Dhaka, Oct. 27 -- Unplanned physical movement throughout the day can significantly cut the risk of heart disease. It also lowers the odds of premature death, the BBC reports.

These minor actions are known as non-exercise activity thermogenesis, or NEAT.

Experts say NEAT includes any movement outside of sleeping, eating, or structured workouts.

Simple habits like fidgeting your legs, washing dishes, or taking the stairs count. They increase overall energy burn and preserve healthy blood vessel function.

A major eight-year study evaluated data from more than 22,000 UK adults.

The findings revealed that just four minutes of brief activity daily helps offset serious health risks.

These benefits apply even to individuals who sit for over...