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Ani Freedman

Why you should be walking after every meal, according to science

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For some people, getting up and moving after eating a hearty meal is the last thing they want to do. It sounds nice to recline and relax after dinner, and for some there simply isn’t time to get up and move after lunch during a busy workday.

Squeezing in some time to stretch your legs after eating might be worth it, though. In addition to the numerous benefits of walking, such as increasing lifespan, reducing the negative impacts of sitting too long and boosting your heart health, research indicates that walking after eating can improve blood sugar regulation, weight loss, and even sleep.

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