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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Aine Fox

Short bursts of activity in daily tasks can reduce risk of early death – study

PA Wire

A last-minute rush for the bus or running around with the children for a few minutes could help cut a person’s risk of early death, according to new research.

Three or four one-minute bursts of activity during daily tasks is associated with big reductions in the risk of premature death especially from cardiovascular disease, scientists claim.

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