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Light Activity, Less Sitting Linked to Lower Pregnancy Hypertension Risk

Light Activity, Less Sitting Linked to Lower Pregnancy Hypertension Risk

University of Iowa researchers report that a daily mix of movement and sufficient sleep, along with limiting sedentary time, may reduce the risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. The study encourages incorporating more light activity into daily routines during pregnancy.

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Study: Less sedentary time, more light activity may lower key health risk in pregnancy