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Scientific Evidence Mounts: Physical Activity Is The Best Prescription For Seniors

May 27, 2014: 12:00 AM EST
Just 25 minutes of moderate or vigorous exercise a day for seniors keeps the doctor -- and meds and hospital visits -- at bay, a British study reports. Researchers who followed 213 seniors (average age 78) found that those who exercised less than 25 minutes a day had 50 percent more prescriptions over five years than active people. Increased physical activity also led to a higher metabolism and better circulation, which cut the risk of high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease and strokes. In addition, daily exercise reduced the risk of unplanned hospital admissions.
Bethany Simmonds et al., "Objectively Assessed Physical Activity and Subsequent Health Service Use of UK Adults Aged 70 and Over: A Four to Five Year Follow Up Study. ", PLoS ONE, May 27, 2014, © Simmonds et al.
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