Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Exercise 'can prevent a cold', a study shows (BBC)

"People who exercise regularly are less likely to get a cold, researchers say. A study of 1,000 people found that staying active nearly halved the odds of catching cold viruses and, failing that, made the infection less severe. Experts told the British Journal of Sports Medicine that this could be because exercise helps bolster the immune system to fight off bugs. But you may not have to actually do much exercise - those who merely think they are fit enjoy the same lower risk. Adults can expect to suffer two to five colds per year. This latest research suggests there are lifestyle choices you can make to improve your odds of either avoiding them, or suffering too badly from them

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