A short, easy walk soon after eating can reduce the size of the post-meal glucose rise. Here is a practical version that does not turn every meal into a workout.
Dr. Priya Nair
Nutrition Contributor
Dr. Priya Nair contributes nutrition and metabolic-health explainers that translate research into practical, adaptable habits.
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