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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Mustafa Javid Qadri

Brisk daily seven-minute walk instead of leisurely stroll ‘cuts risk of heart disease’

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Going for a short “brisk” walk every day is more likely to reduce the risk of heart disease than going for longer, leisurely strolls, according to a new study.

Those who walk at a faster pace for seven minutes per day cut their risk by a greater percentage than those who walk slower for 14 minutes.

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