Walking After Eating Enhances Mood and Health.

In 2025, health experts from EatingWell reviewed studies on walking after eating. They looked at how even a short stroll, like 15-30 minutes, can help people with or without diabetes by preventing blood sugar spikes, easing digestion, and more. Research showed walking right after meals lowers glycemic response better than before, cutting blood sugar rises by 20-30% in some cases.

The benefits include preventing bloating by moving your gut (up to 40% less discomfort), lowering blood pressure (5-10 mmHg drop with regular walks), aiding weight loss (500 extra calories burned weekly), lifting mood through endorphins (15-20% better feelings), and building habits since it takes 66 days to form one.

Take a 15-30 minute walk after meals to improve blood sugar, digestion, and mood.