Lancet July 2012 PMID 22818936

Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide: an analysis of burden of disease and life expectancy.

I-Min Lee, Eric J Shiroma, Felipe Lobelo, Pekka Puska, Steven N Blair, Peter T Katzmarzyk

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The overall tone is highly positive and motivating, with posts like 'Go for a walk already! Its free!' and 'Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide: an analysis of burden of disease and life expectancy' emphasizing the substantial health impact. Words such as 'major health effect,' 'prevent,' and 'substantially' reflect a shared recognition of the research's importance, fostering a sense of urgency and personal responsibility.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly agree with the article's findings about the health benefits of physical activity and its impact on disease prevention.

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Posts demonstrate high curiosity and motivation to act, emphasizing simple actions like walking or running to improve health.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants actively reference the research, share personal examples, and promote public health messages, indicating deep engagement.

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The discussions highlight a significant potential for societal health improvement through increased activity, with references to millions of preventable deaths and life expectancy gains.

Abstract in brief

  • Physical inactivity significantly increases the risk of major noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breast, and colon cancers, and it also shortens life expectancy.
  • The study estimates that eliminating physical inactivity could prevent a large portion of these diseases globally, potentially saving millions of lives each year and increasing overall life expectancy by about 0.68 years.
  • Despite the variation across regions, physical inactivity accounts for a substantial percentage of deaths worldwide, making it a critical public health issue that requires actions to promote physical activity.

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Eliel Navas Nutrición para el Triatleta
@triatlonutricio · X

1 de cada 10 personas que mueren, es por no realizar suficiente ejercicio. Lancet Physical Activity Series Working Group (2012). Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide: An analysis of burden of disease and life expectancy. The Lancet.

Sep 17, 2022 · 4 likes · 1 share · 114 followers View post →

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How Walking Extends Life and Promotes Health

Science has shown that walking helps you live longer and healthier. Eliminating physical inactivity can prevent diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancers, potentially saving millions of lives annually and…

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Mitsu Health
@MitsuMaHealth · X

Something to think about: Those who walk 30 minutes daily can extend their healthspan by nearly 7 years. Go for a walk already! Its free! #JustShowUp (Lee IM, Shiroma EJ, et al. Effect of Physical Inactivity on Major Non-Communicable Diseases Worldwide. The Lancet, 2012)

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Mitsu Health
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Something to think about: Adults who walk just 30 minutes daily can increase their healthspan by up to five years. You don't need a monstor workout - just start walking. #JustShowUp (Lee I-M et al. Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide:

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Mitsu Health
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Something to think about: Adults who walk just 30 minutes daily can increase their healthspan by up to five years. You don't need a monstor workout - just start walking. #JustShowUp (Lee I-M et al. Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide:

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Mitsu Health
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Something to think about: Those who walk 30 minutes daily can extend their healthspan by nearly 7 years. Go for a walk already! Its free! #JustShowUp (Lee IM, Shiroma EJ, et al. Effect of Physical Inactivity on Major Non-Communicable Diseases Worldwide. The Lancet, 2012)

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Mitsu Health
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Something to think about: Adults who walk just 30 minutes daily can increase their healthspan by up to five years. You don't need a monstor workout - just start walking. #JustShowUp (Lee I-M et al. Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide:

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Mitsu Health
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Something to think about: Walking 30 minutes a day cuts death risk by 19% (Lee et al., 2012). Where could your feet take you right now? Lee, I.-M., et al. (2012). Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide: An analysis of burden of disease and

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Mitsu Health
@MitsuMaHealth · X

Something to think about: Even 10 minutes of daily brisk walking reduces mortality risk. What might change if you walked like your future self was watching? — Lee, I-Min, et al. The Lancet, 2012. https://t.co/0XoP5lstYf

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Longevity Science Labs
@LOSciencelabs · X

Source: *Lee, I. M., Shiroma, E. J., Lobelo, F., Puska, P., Blair, S. N., & Katzmarzyk, P. T. (2012). Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide: An analysis of burden of disease and life expectancy.

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Maciej Tauber
@MaciejTauber · X

Lee IM, Shiroma EJ, Lobelo F, Puska P, Blair SN, Katzmarzyk PT; Lancet Physical Activity Series Working Group. Effect of physical inactivity on major non-communicable diseases worldwide: an analysis of burden of disease and life expectancy. Lancet. 2012 Jul 21;380(9838):219-29

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