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SocietyDinner, then a walk: China's evening ritual

In China, an after-dinner stroll is more than exercise. The saying “Walk 100 steps after a meal and live to 99” reflects a traditional belief in gentle movement for digestion, while modern research offers limited support. Across parks and neighborhoods, walking also becomes time for family, friends and community activities.

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CCGTN★☆☆☆☆2026-09-17 14:22Original

Dinner, then a walk: China's evening ritual
Dinner, then a walk: China's evening ritualSociety