What dose of physical activity is best for you? – ABC News

Norman Swan: If exercise was a drug, the pharmaceutical company would make a fortune. Better outcomes in cancer treatment and effective prevention of heart disease, diabetes, depression and dementia. The big question is what’s the dose of this drug? Well, last week the World Health Organisation released its latest guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour, and offers how much physical activity of what kind, tailored to your age. Associate Professor Melody Ding of the University of…

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