Islamabad: (RightNow) A recent study reveals that walking after meals effectively reduces blood sugar levels. The research reviewed 31 studies involving 573 participants.

Researchers stated that walking within 30 minutes after eating positively impacts blood sugar and insulin levels. Besides walking, cycling and yoga also proved beneficial.

Experts suggest that light walking can counteract the negative effects of prolonged sitting. Standing for some time after meals can reduce blood glucose by 9.51%.

This study was published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine. Researchers clarified that muscle contraction during walking uses glucose, thereby lowering blood sugar.

It is important to note that diabetes is a serious disease affecting 1 in 10 individuals. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form, diagnosed in 90 to 95% of cases.