Exercise Recommendations for Disease Prevention

A 45-year-old male patient presents to the clinic for a routine check-up. He has a family history of diabetes and hypertension. The nurse is educating him on lifestyle changes to reduce his risk factors for developing these conditions.

One significant risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes mellitus is a person's level of physical activity. The nurse explains that engaging in regular exercise can help maintain a healthy weight and improve insulin sensitivity. The recommended amount of moderate-intensity exercise for most adults is at least ______________ minutes per week.