Fitness
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Exercise linked to Parkinson’s prevention
Moderate physical exercise may help lower a person’s risk of developing Parkinson’s disease, according to Swedish research. Read more
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Obese in denial – study
Most people in the UK who are clinically obese do not realise this, according to a study published today. Read more
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Lifestyle plea for World Diabetes Day
The worldwide "dramatic" increase in the most common form of diabetes could be reversed if people were persuaded to make simple lifestyle changes, senior doctors said today. Read more
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How to get men to lose weight
Men regard many weight loss programmes as "feminine" and respond to projects which offer humour and camaraderie, according to a new guide published today. Read more
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Exercise cuts breast cancer risk
Women who do the most exercise post menopause are about one fifth less likely to develop breast cancer than those who undertake little activity, according to a new study. Read more
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35-year study reveals steps to healthy living
People can make a massive difference to their health prospects by taking responsibility for their own behaviour, the academics behind a 35-year study have claimed. Read more
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Marathon runners could get live heart monitors
Doctors have successfully undertaken live monitoring of the heart health of athletes running a marathon, it has been announced. Read more
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Lung risk for endurance athletes
Endurance sports involving cold water, such as the Iron Man challenge, are becoming increasingly popular – but some participants may be at risk of lung disease, experts warned today. Read more
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Dental problems for athletes
Elite athletes suffer from poor dental health – partly related to their consumption of high energy, sugar rich substances and acidic drinks, experts warn today. Read more
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How healthy living stops bowel cancer
A healthy lifestyle is closely linked to the risk of getting bowel cancer, according to the findings of a major European study today. Read more