Walking boosts heart health and lowers early death risk, says Health Ministry
Saudi Health Ministry reiterates that walking 8,000 steps daily strengthens the heart, increases activity, and reduces the risk of premature death.
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AIThe Ministry of Health has reiterated the importance of walking to support physical activity and heart health.
Through its 'Live Healthy' account on X, the ministry stated that walking 8,000 steps a day leads to a stronger heart, higher activity levels, and a reduced risk of premature death.
The ministry added that walking between 8,000 and 10,000 steps daily helps individuals boost their activity and health, and is linked to a lower risk of death.
The World Health Organization has also confirmed that regular physical activity helps prevent and control noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, diabetes, and many types of cancer.
It added that physical activity helps maintain a healthy weight, improves mental health, quality of life, and well-being. Physical activity includes all forms of movement, with common examples being walking, cycling, wheelchair use, sports, recreational activities, and play.