Research
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Physical activity reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
Clinicians should encourage physical activity to reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
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New findings from epidemiologic studies suggest that physical activity not only reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.
Why this rating
Based on new findings from epidemiologic studies.
Source
Physical Activity and Health in Women
Shari S. Bassuk et al. · American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine · 2014
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