Just performing a slow squat for 12 seconds immediately after eating starch can also effectively support blood sugar stabilization. This exercise does not require assistive devices and can be performed anywhere, from the office to the living room at home.
How to perform the 12 seconds squat: Lower your body slowly for about 6 seconds, keeping your knees not above your toes.
Stand up slowly for the next 6 seconds, maintain a steady breathing rhythm and do not hold your breath. Repeat about 10 times in a row, the total time is only about 2 minutes.
Studies show that blood sugar levels usually start to increase about 15 minutes after eating. Therefore, exercising early right after meals will help the body use glucose more effectively, instead of waiting until blood sugar peaks to exercise.
When large muscle groups are activated through squats, the body will prioritize converting glucose into energy. This exercise can even bring better blood sugar stabilization than walking for 15 minutes after meals.
Not only supporting blood sugar control, this short exercise also helps reduce drowsiness after meals and contributes to protecting blood vessel health.
