Am J Hum Biol March 2017 PMID 27723159

Physical activity patterns and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in hunter-gatherers.

David A Raichlen, Herman Pontzer, Jacob A Harris, Audax Z P Mabulla, Frank W Marlowe, J Josh Snodgrass, Geeta Eick, J Colette Berbesque, Amelia Sancilio, Brian M Wood

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The discussions collectively express strong agreement with the article’s conclusion that high activity levels in traditional societies are linked to excellent heart health, with mentions of specific activity durations and low cholesterol or blood pressure reinforcing this view. The tone is one of admiration and curiosity, reflecting a high interest and perceived significance of the findings.

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Most discussions acknowledge the study’s findings that traditional hunter-gatherer lifestyles promote cardiovascular health, as evidenced by comments about low cholesterol and high activity levels supporting the study’s claims.

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Discussion participants reference specific data points, such as activity times and blood biomarkers, and discuss their relevance, showing deep engagement with the study's methodology and conclusions.

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Participants highlight the potential influence of these findings on health practices and understanding modern vs. traditional lifestyles, emphasizing that the study could shape future health recommendations.

Abstract in brief

  • This study examines how the traditional hunting and gathering lifestyle of the Hadza in Tanzania involves high levels of moderate to vigorous physical activity (MVPA), which are linked to good cardiovascular health.
  • Despite modern societies being more sedentary, the Hadza maintain high activity levels and show low levels of cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension and poor biomarkers, supporting the idea that physical activity is crucial for heart health.
  • The findings suggest that the shift from active lifestyles to sedentary ones in industrialized societies may contribute to increased cardiovascular disease risk, highlighting the importance of physical activity for maintaining cardiovascular health based on our evolutionary history.

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
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Hadza hunter-gatherers spend 14 times as long doing moderate to vigorous physical activity as the typical American. Their cardiovascular disease risk is nil. https://t.co/QE3gy9UEeh

Feb 9, 2019 · 51 likes · 13 shares · 295,380 followers View post →
P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
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Nick Tiller, Ph.D.
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Dr. Cameron Maximus
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How to Exercise like a Hunter-Gatherer (Hadza): HEART RATE RANGE (% of HRmax): min per day Light (40–54%): 222 min Moderate (55–69%): 115 min Vigorous (70–89%): 20 min High (>90%): 4 min https://t.co/eouHj51miZ

Dec 8, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 23,230 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
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It is fascinating how many Hadza men have total serum cholesterol so low it is not precisely measurable using a standard blood test. https://t.co/Q0rz0SjVTG https://t.co/RBYCxwDIOB

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Alessio Bricca
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The correct answer is: Approximately 2 to 4 hours per day of moderate to vigorous physical activity.

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Dr. Cameron Maximus
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RT @DrCamRx: How to Exercise like a Hunter-Gatherer (Hadza): HEART RATE RANGE (% of HRmax): min per day Light (40–54%): 222 min…

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Alessio Bricca
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The correct answer is: Approximately 2 to 4 hours per day of moderate to vigorous physical activity.

Jul 1, 2024 · 4 likes · 3,621 followers View post →
Darren
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1/ Physical activity patterns and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in hunter-gatherers (Raichlen et al.) "Hadza participants spend large amounts of time in moderate/vigorous activity (134.92±8.6 min/day) & maintain these levels across lifespan." https://t.co/zzi4twFDzy https://t.co/jVvOhANd2m

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Dr. Cameron Maximus
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RT @DrCamRx: How to Exercise like a Hunter-Gatherer (Hadza): HEART RATE RANGE (% of HRmax): min per day Light (40–54%): 222 min…

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Daniel Kawka
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Zalecenia w stylu "siedź prosto" są po prostu nielogiczne! Źródło: 2016, Physical activity patterns and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in hunter-gatherers 5/5

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Agingdoc
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@chriskresser @maeklong2 Physical activity patterns and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in hunter-gatherers [Noting a mostly stable blood pressure pattern, across the lifespan]

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Dr. Cameron Maximus
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How to Exercise like a Hunter-Gatherer (Hadza): HEART RATE RANGE (% of HRmax): min per day Light (40–54%): 222 min Moderate (55–69%): 115 min Vigorous (70–89%): 20 min High (>90%): 4 min https://t.co/eouHj51miZ

Dec 8, 2022 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 23,230 followers View post →
Óscar Marín
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@mattchewone @Alan_Couzens Found the abstract here https://t.co/VeDFsCJLga Seems like they are locked into around two hours of moderate physical activity per day, regardless of gender *and* age. IIRC, MVPA -> less than 75% max hr https://t.co/gBQXrq7xNm

Aug 17, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,708 followers View post →
LBV
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@theproof @CarnivoreMD @AviBittMD @CarnivoreMD I know you refer to the health of the Hadza, but it appears their LDL is quite low… curious why you favor high LDL over low? Ref: Physical activity patterns and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in hunter-gatherers

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Jac
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@tannerosborn8 @DavidDucker7 @charliejane d) (also referenced in the last study above), populations of men measured in various locations such as Nepal, Congo, Tanzanian hunter-gatherers and Paraguay have significantly lower testosterone but higher activity than North Americans https://t.co/VEzFmGOdFv

Mar 21, 2022 · 1 like · 180 followers View post →
Harmless Frog
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It is fascinating how many Hadza men have total serum cholesterol so low it is not precisely measurable using a standard blood test. https://t.co/Q0rz0SjVTG https://t.co/RBYCxwDIOB

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Haroldo Falcão, MD
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#paleo #exercise #antropology Activity levels in Hadza hunter-gatherers: 221' (light 40-54% MHR), 115' (moderate 55-69% MHR) and 20' (high 70-89% MHR) PS: look lipid profile. Low levels. Ref.: https://t.co/HSGYNgTf6r @Mangan150

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IamCoznoz
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@TedNugent Here’s a very interesting article on the health benefits of hunting: https://t.co/sLtWc0ATFJ

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@Mangan150 thanks https://t.co/wtShSNn3Co

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P.D. Mangan Health & Freedom Maximalist
@Mangan150 · X

Hadza hunter-gatherers spend 14 times as long doing moderate to vigorous physical activity as the typical American. Their cardiovascular disease risk is nil. https://t.co/QE3gy9UEeh

Feb 9, 2019 · 51 likes · 13 shares · 295,380 followers View post →
Eve Beavers-Fain BSN MPH
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thank you @HermanPontzer & the team. I finally got to science library & by golly most of the labs have been done on the Hadza "Physical activity patterns and biomarkers of cardiovascular disease risk in hunter-gatherers" American J of Human Biology

Jan 15, 2019 · 2 likes · 1,206 followers View post →