Health Benefits of Walking
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
9. Combats Cancer
Lack of exercise and poor diet are considered key contributors to the cancer epidemic. An inactive lifestyle tends to lead to weight gain and health conditions that encourage the development of cancers, including high blood sugar and unbalanced hormonal levels. Walking is a simple way to improve fitness and reduce this risk.
Studies have shown that women who walk more than seven hours a week have as much as a 14% lower risk of developing breast cancer than those who walk three hours or less. Walking has also been found to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy for those undergoing treatment.
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