Pregnant women may reduce key health risk through less sitting, more light exercise
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Researchers led by the University of Iowa have found that women who spend less sedentary time and engage in more light physical activity may substantially reduce a key pregnancy health risk. The study authors recommend a daily mix of movement and sleep, along with a cap on sedentary time, to lower the risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy. Results published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.