Fitness
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Housework problem for fitness
Housework may be hard work – but it may not be an effective way of keeping fit, researchers warned today. Read more
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Weight loss programme caution urged
Health professionals should only back weight loss programmes that are likely to achieve long-term improvements, according to new UK guidance published today. Read more
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Exercise boost for male fertility
Men who want to have children may benefit by keeping fit, researchers revealed last night. Read more
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Diabetes lifestyle advice same as for all
People with diabetes do not need different advice about diet and lifestyle from others, according to a new study. Read more
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Obese twins offer treatment clues
Researchers in Finland have found 16 pairs of identical twins – with one obese twin per pair. Read more
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Diabetes study to investigate lifestyle choices
The prevention of diabetes 2 through diet, lifestyle and exercise is to be investigated in the largest study of its kind. Read more
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Exercise reduces breast cancer risk
Taking part in moderate, regular physical activity reduces the risk of breast cancer in post-menopausal women, a new study shows today (4 October 2013). Read more
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Exercise as good as drugs for some conditions
Getting plenty of exercise should be considered a "viable alternative" to commonly used drugs, experts say today. Read more
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Fitness speeds up brain but not memory
Being physically fit may speed up the brain – but it does not enhance the memory, a major conference was told yesterday. Read more
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Nordic walk or work-out?
Scandinavian researchers have clashed over the best type of exercise for people with health problems. Read more