Fitness
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Varied exercise routine benefits diabetics
Researchers have found that diabetics benefit from a combination of aerobic and resistance training. Read more
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Fatigue levels drop after retirement
Retirement reduces mental and physical fatigue and depression, according to the findings of a major European study published today. Read more
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How fitness boosts health
Dozens of physical and mental problems can be prevented by regular exercise, according to a major study of the benefits of fitness published yesterday. Read more
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Fitness may beat viruses
People who keep fit may be better equipped than others to stave off the common cold, researchers say today. Read more
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Computer workers face DVT risk
People who spend hours at a time sat at computer desks may face an increasing risk of developing deep vein thrombosis, researchers have warned. Read more
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Scrap autumn clock change for health claim
Britain should not be changing the clocks this weekend, one expert says today. Read more
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Lifestyle plea to cut bowel cancer
Bowel cancer rates could be cut by a quarter by improving lifestyles, according to a major new analysis published today. Read more
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Heart genes found
Genetic screening for heart disease is a long way off in spite of major new discoveries announced today, experts say. Read more
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Genetic clues to childhood obesity
Idleness, poor food and inactivity have been blamed for childhood obesity – but now researchers say that sometimes genes may be involved. Read more
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How walking boosts brainpower
People who walk at least six miles a week provide their brain with critical protection, researchers reported last night. Read more