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Daily Exercise Cuts Heart Disease Risk by 30%
11/5/2025
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- Dr. Sudhir Kumar states that minimal daily exercise significantly improves health.
- He recommends 75–150 minutes of aerobic activity per week, such as brisk walking, to lower heart disease and stroke risk by 20–30%.
- Five to ten minutes of daily running can also be beneficial.
- Strength training twice weekly can reduce chronic illness risks by 10–20%.
- Incorporating flexibility and balance exercises, like yoga, is crucial for overall health.
