AIIMS-trained gastro doctor with more than 25 yrs of experience shares one secret that can add years to your life
There’s a clear association between walking and stronger brain health over the long term, he said, citing a large study that followed nearly 80,000 adults for seven years. It was observed that the risk of dementia was significantly reduced in people who took approximately 10,000 steps a day. The benefits were even greater among faster walkers; This shows that both consistency and intensity are important.
Dr. Sethi also cited another study showing that each additional 2,000 daily steps corresponded to a roughly 10% reduction in the risk of premature death. In her post, she described walking as a deceptively powerful habit; a habit that supports heart health, strengthens cognition, increases metabolic endurance and strengthens the body against age-related declines.
Dr. Sethi’s Instagram Post:
She recommends incorporating movement into daily life in simple, sustainable ways: climbing stairs, walking during phone calls, and keeping up the pace whenever possible. For those looking for a slightly more structured challenge, she recommends alternating three minutes of brisk walking with three minutes of a slower pace; An easy interval routine that provides surprisingly powerful physiological benefits.
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