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UEA research shows group walking cuts risk of life-threatening conditions
(University of East Anglia) Risk of stroke, coronary heart disease, depression and other life-threatening conditions can be reduced through regular outdoor walking in groups, according to research from the University of East Anglia. Findings published today in the British Journal of Sports Medicine reveal that people who regularly walk in groups have lower blood pressure, resting heart rate and total cholesterol.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - January 19, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news

Lowering 3 risk factors could cut obesity-related risk of heart disease by more than half
(Harvard School of Public Health) Controlling blood pressure, serum cholesterol, and blood glucose may substantially reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke associated with being overweight or obese.
Source: EurekAlert! - Cancer - November 21, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: news