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The Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHaD) hypothesis is supported by multiple human epidemiological studies and animal studies. It states that the nutritional environment in early life makes people …
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People in middle-age need to keep up their physical activity levels if they are to enjoy a fit and healthy retirement — according to a new report from the University …
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Sitting for long periods of time has been linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease and early death, but a new study suggests that not all types of sitting are …
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A new study reveals that school fitness tests have little impact on student attitudes to PE — contrary to polarised views on their merits — and for many students, fitness …
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A program with clear rules, routines and activities, attentive adults and a chance to interact with peers appears to work as well at improving the quality of life, mood and …
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Coronary artery disease (CAD) — caused by plaque buildup in the artery walls that constricts the flow of blood to the heart — is the most common form of heart …
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As many as 84 sports supplements have been banned from the shelves of British shops because they contained illegal drugs, regulators announced yesterday. Regulators say they expect to find more …
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Patients with metastatic colorectal cancer who engaged in moderate exercise while undergoing chemotherapy tended to have delayed progression of their disease and fewer severe side effects from treatment, according to …
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A study from the University of Exeter has found that mycoprotein, the protein-rich food source that is unique to Quorn products, stimulates post-exercise muscle building to a greater extent than …
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After having surgery, many older adults develop delirium, the medical term for sudden and severe confusion. In fact, between 10 and 67 percent of older adults experience delirium after surgery …
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I’ve managed an average of three or so runs a week lately, which I’m fairly pleased with, but I’ve found my performance varies widely between runs. This could be due …
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Upon hearing the word “boxing,” visions of Rocky, loose teeth, and bloody noses used to pop into my head. But when I finally mustered the courage to take my first …
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