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A study of nearly 96,000 UK Biobank participants found that just a few minutes of daily vigorous activity lowers risks of eight major diseases by up to 63%, researchers say.
- Researchers in China published a study in the European Heart Journal analyzing 96,408 Biobank participants, finding that short bursts of vigorous daily activity significantly reduce major disease risks.
- Professor Minxue Shen of the Xiangya School of Public Health noted intensity is key, stating, "Vigorous physical activity appears to trigger specific responses in the body that lower-intensity activity cannot fully replicate."
- Data indicates that individuals with the highest vigorous activity levels saw risks of dementia, type 2 diabetes, and death plummet by 63%, 60%, and 46% respectively, when compared to those doing no vigorous activity.
- Adding short bursts of activity—like taking the stairs quickly or walking fast—can make a real difference, as even 15 to 20 minutes per week of this effort was linked to meaningful health benefits.
- Personalized physical activity recommendations could be possible based on findings, though Shen cautioned that vigorous activity may not be safe for everyone, especially older adults or those with certain medical conditions.
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