AIIMS, Harvard-trained gastroenterologist reveals '1 lifestyle habit’ that lowers blood sugar without changing your diet

Managing blood sugar doesn’t always need a strict diet. Gastroenterologist Dr Saurabh Sethi shares 1 simple post-meal habit that lowers glucose naturally.

Managing blood sugar can feel overwhelming, especially with all the diet restrictions, calorie counting, and constant monitoring. But what if a small, consistent lifestyle change could make a real difference without completely overhauling what you eat? Dr Saurabh Sethi, MD, a gastroenterologisttrained at AIIMS, Harvard, and Stanford University, shares in his January 15 Instagram post a simple habit that can help lower blood sugar naturally and improve overall health.

Dr Sethi promotes simple 10-minute walk to improve blood sugar levels. (Freepik)

Can a simple habit really help lower blood sugar

“Most people think blood sugar control requires strict diets,” says Dr Saurabh. “But one simple habit can lower glucose almost as effectively as diet changes.” Who can benefit from this? Dr Sethi explains that it works for people with:

• Prediabetes
• Type 2 diabetes
• Fatty liver
• Insulin resistance
• Weight gain
• Belly fat
• Sugar cravings

What’s the easiest way to put this habit into practice

“A 10-minute walk after meals. Yes, just walking,” Dr Sethi reveals.

“Your leg muscles act like a sponge,” he explains. “When they move, they pull glucose directly out of your bloodstream. Less glucose in the blood means less insulin release. Less insulin means less fat being sent to the liver, which is particularly important for those with fatty liver.”

Benefits include:

• Smaller blood sugar spikes
• Lower insulin levels
• Reduced fat storage in the liver
• Less belly fat
• Fewer sugar crashes
• More steady energy

“You don’t need to walk fast, you don’t need step goals, and you don’t need a structured workout,” Dr Sethi says. “Even walking around your home works. One simple habit, no diets, no workouts, just walk for 10 minutes after meals and let your muscles lower your sugar naturally.”

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.

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