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Exercise on prescription

Posted: 20th Aug, 2014 by Nicola

A report has suggested that GPs should prescribe fitness classes in local parks- which would also be an incentive to keep green spaces in shape. It would make formal exercise even more accessible to all. Read the article here.

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Obesity linked to cancer risk

Posted: 14th Aug, 2014 by Nicola

Research has suggested a link between obesity and the risk of developing some of the most common cancers in the UK. Cancer of the uterus has the highest increased risk, followed by gallbladder, kidney and cervix. Read the full article here.

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Under 5’s need to move more

Posted: 12th Aug, 2014 by Nicola

Health experts warn that under-fives are not getting enough exercise. Research suggests youngsters are generally much less active than they were 50 years ago and this can have a detrimental effect on overall health and development. Read the full article here.

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Fast food vs restaurant meals

Posted: 8th Aug, 2014 by Nicola

We are all aware that fast food is unhealthy but a study in America suggests that we should be wary of the meals served in restaurants too. Not only do we lack control over the salt, fat and sugar added to our food when we dine out but we’re likely to get served less vegetables […]

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Success- in the classroom and on the playing field

Posted: 6th Aug, 2014 by Nicola

Results from a recent study suggest that many of those who excel at sports also make exemplary students. Self-discipline, clear goals and a commitment to achieve are just some of the characteristics that top athletes and top academics have in common. Sports also nurture skills that can be transferred to the working world, for example, […]

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5-a-day will stay, for now anyway

Posted: 30th Jul, 2014 by Nicola

For a while there has been discrepancies in the daily recommended intake of fruit and vegetables f0r optimum health. A study released today suggests that the current guidelines are correct- it’s all about ensuing you get your five-a-day. Read the full article here. Remember it’s all about variety and ensuring the rest of the food/ […]

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Interval training- new research, old idea

Posted: 28th Jul, 2014 by Nicola

High intensity training has gained a phenomenal amount of press coverage this week. Firstly, Dame Helen Mirren announced her devotion to a 1950’s Royal Canadian Air Force Exercise Plan. This exercise routine was designed to help RAF pilots improve their fitness without the use of gym facilities- read more here. Secondly, publication of research carried […]

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For the love of fitness

Posted: 25th Jul, 2014 by Nicola

There is such a thing as taking fitness too far… perhaps someone should have told a couple from LA who have recently celebrated their marriage with a fitness-themed celebration. Wedding photos included free weights and the bride’s bulging biceps…read the full story here.

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A healthy (sense of) smell

Posted: 22nd Jul, 2014 by Nicola

A study was recently carried out to examine the impact of a high-fat diet on the olfactory system of mice. The results suggest that bad diet can lead to a permanent impaired sense of smell. Read more here. If this is also true in humans it simply adds to the health concerns associated with obesity.

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Exercise for body and mind

Posted: 18th Jul, 2014 by Nicola

A recent study has shown the impact a sedentary lifestyle can have on an individual’s susceptibility to developing dementia in later life. The research showed obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes were risk factors. Physical inactivity increased the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by 82 per cent. Read more here. Another reason all ages, shapes and […]

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