People who started exercising in midlife have a low risk of dying prematurely, similar to people who have been exercising since an early age.
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How supermarkets can help a community
A two year study of over 30000 households has shown dramatic results after supermarkets removed unhealthy food from the checkout area.
Soup for one: solo eaters have a lower diet quality
People who eat alone are more likely to have lower diet quality compared to people who enjoy meals in the company of others.
Will a little exercise do a lot?
A quick dash up a few flights of stairs every week could be a quick, easy way to boost your cardio fitness.
Can diet changes improve depression and anxiety?
Yes and no. A review of diet study trials finds that positive dietary changes can reduce symptoms of depression, but less of a benefit is seen in addressing symptoms of anxiety.
How often should you go to the dentist?
A study looks at whether a regular scale and polish at the dentist was linked to better gum health
How much is too much TV?
Research shows that lengthy TV viewing is linked to cognitive decline, and people who watched more than 3.5 hours a day saw a decline in their verbal memory skills.
Can a walk in the park improve your mood?
To find out, US researchers surveyed visitors to urban parks to see if a 20-minute walk through an urban park can remedy a bad mood.
Is it better to be a night owl or morning lark?
Researchers investigate whether early risers felt less sleepy, and had faster reaction times, than night owls throughout the workday.
Your home and your health
There are many factors in our environment which affect our health and few more profoundly than the quality of our housing.
