Fitness
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Teen sun exposure linked to multiple sclerosis
New research results are adding to the evidence that healthy vitamin D levels from exposure to the sun may help protect against, or delay, multiple sclerosis, Danish researchers say. Read more
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Gardens key to child fitness
Children deprived of access to gardens in their formative years face increased risk of developing obesity, a major conference on diabetes heard yesterday. Read more
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No lifestyle change in cardiac patients
Falling numbers of smokers with coronary heart disease or at high risk of cardiovascular disease are making plans to quit, a European conference heard yesterday. Read more
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Clever students plan for health
Men who are clever in their early adulthood tend to be fitter than their contemporaries later in life, according to Danish researchers. Read more
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Obesity acceptance triggers weight gain
People with weight problems are often accused of being in denial – but accepting the problem may lead to more weight gain, according to a new study. Read more
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A little activity keeps pensioners going
Pensioners continue to benefit from keeping a little bit active – even if they struggle to meet targets for physical fitness, researchers say today. Read more
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Stand up for health – study
Standing rather than sitting during idle moments could help burn up fat and blood sugar, researchers report today. Read more
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Spine damage risk in former rugby players
Retired professional rugby players face an increased risk of cervical spine degeneration, doctors warn today. Read more
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Obesity hard to shed – study
Less than one per cent of obese people will attain a normal body weight in a given year – without dramatic intervention, researchers warned last night. Read more
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Diet and exercise too late in pregnancy
A programme of diet and exercise proved unsuccessful in preventing obese women developing diabetes during pregnancy, researchers have reported. Read more