Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Walking 10 Minutes Post-Meals Boosts Health: Doctor
Walking for just 10 minutes after eating helps your body digest food better, lowers blood sugar, reduces insulin spikes, improves digestion, reduces bloating and acid reflux, enhances triglyceride levels, promotes better sleep, and improves mood.
It's a simple habit with many health benefits, according to Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist.
Walking after meals aids digestion and nutrient absorption
Lowers blood sugar and reduces insulin spikes
Improves digestion, reduces bloating, and acid reflux
Enhances triglyceride levels and promotes better sleep
Releases endorphins, improving mood and reducing stress
- Who
- Dr. Saurabh Sethi, a gastroenterologist
- What
- Highlighted benefits of walking for 10 minutes after eating
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To inform about the health benefits of walking after meals
- Recommended walk duration
- 10-12 minutes
- Optimal time to walk
- After lunch or dinner, or after the biggest meal
- Walking pace
- Slow to brisk (not a workout)
- Frequency
- Daily or several times a week for maximum benefits
- Additional benefits
- Releases endorphins, promotes positive mood, and reduces stress
