Walking is one of the easiest and most convenient forms of physical activity out there. And it really pays to walk as much as you can. Walking reaps fantastic (and perhaps surprising) benefits. For example, research from the University of Exeter found that a short 15-minute walk reduced cravings for chocolate and other sugary snacks. Walking may also enhance your immune system. A 15 to 20 minute walk can trigger antibodies and white blood cells to move through your body faster, which can enable your body to detect illnesses sooner; plus, an increase in circulation may also trigger the release of hormones that "warn" immune cells of intruding pathogens.
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