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Calf raises, standing quads stretches, hamstring stretches and squats improve blood circulation and strengthen muscles in the lower body. Calf raises engage the calf muscles and improve blood circulation in the lower body. Standing quads stretch stretches the quad muscles which become tight and stiff on sitting long hours. Hamstring stretch stretches the hamstring muscles that shorten due to prolonged sitting. Squats engage and improve blood circulation in the lower body and core, strengthens muscles. Featuring Neha Jain of Happiest Health. All stretches are done as per expert advice.
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Which of these produces insulin (hormone)?

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Which of these conditions occurs due to genetic conditions and can be detected early in life?

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Does the vegetarian diet reduce the risk of diabetes?

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Can diabetes be reversed?

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Which of these is another term for type-2 diabetes?

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When does gestational diabetes occur?

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