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Last Updated: Oct 23, 2019
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Wellness in Diabetes - Avoid Sitting Too Long To Stay Healthy

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Dr. Shradha DoshiDiabetologist • 13 Years Exp.MBBS, Diploma in Diabetology, DDM, CCACCD
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Individuals who stood for an extra two hours daily had about 2% lower blood glucose levels and 11% lower average triglycerides, compared to those who spent more time sitting. More time spent standing rather than sitting could improve your blood sugar, fats in the blood and cholesterol levels, while replacing time spent sitting with time walking could have additional benefits for your waistline and body mass index.

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