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Walking 9,000 Steps Daily Cuts Cancer Risk Significantly

3/27/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Oxford University involving 85,000 participants reveals that even light activities, such as walking, can significantly lower cancer risk. Engaging in high daily activity reduces risk by 26%, while moderate and light activities cut it by 13% and 6%. Striving for around 9,000 steps daily can lead to remarkable health benefits.

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A groundbreaking study from Oxford University involving 85,000 participants reveals that even light activities, such as walking, can significantly lower cancer risk. Engaging in high daily activity reduces risk by 26%, while moderate and light activities cut it by 13% and 6%. Striving for around 9,000 steps daily can lead to remarkable health benefits.