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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

If you do this 800-year-old Chinese exercise daily, your BP & heart may stay healthier than with any other medicine, says study

A traditional Chinese exercise practised for more than 800 years could offer a simple and affordable way to help manage high blood pressure, according to new research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

The study, which was also highlighted by ScienceDaily, found that baduanjin, an ancient exercise combining gentle movements, breathing control, and meditation, may reduce blood pressure levels almost as effectively as certain medications.

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