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10-Minute Chinese Exercise Cuts Blood Pressure Like Drugs

5/17/2026

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Baduanjin, a ten-minute Chinese exercise, lowered blood pressure as effectively as drugs.
The study enrolled 216 adults 40 + with Stage 1 hypertension, showing reductions within three months.
Researchers found Baduanjin’s results matched antihypertensive meds and were as safe as brisk walking.
Dr. Matthew Saybolt said the routine achieved the same effect he expected from higher-intensity exercise.
Dr. Antony Chu said the practice emphasizes prevention and stress reduction, offering a non-pharmaceutical option.

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Story summary

Baduanjin, a ten-minute Chinese exercise, lowered blood pressure as effectively as drugs.
The study enrolled 216 adults 40 + with Stage 1 hypertension, showing reductions within three months.
Researchers found Baduanjin’s results matched antihypertensive meds and were as safe as brisk walking.
Dr. Matthew Saybolt said the routine achieved the same effect he expected from higher-intensity exercise.
Dr. Antony Chu said the practice emphasizes prevention and stress reduction, offering a non-pharmaceutical option.