Take a break! A small new study suggests that leaving your chair every half an hour may help improve your blood sugar levels and your overall health.

The study authors say that every hour of sitting or lying increases the risk of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes. But walking around during these sedentary times is a simple way to improve insulin sensitivity and reduce the chance of developing metabolic syndrome, a group of conditions that can lead to heart disease, diabetes, stroke, and other health problems