April 5th, 2003

Lose Weight Now and Live Longer

Permalink (With Comments) Permalink (No Comments) Posted by Reason
No Comments Yet Add a Comment

This is a very straightforward and unambiguous study on weight, exercise and longevity as reported by Reuters. Being overweight will shorten your life. This is all the more reason to take up calorie restriction now! From the article: "These findings are exciting," Corrada and Paganini-Hill added, "because they suggest ways an individual can take control and extend his or her own life."

Link: http://www.reuters.com/newsArticle.jhtml?type=healthNews&storyID=2510248

Comment Submission

Post a comment; thoughtful, considered opinions are valued. New comments can be edited for a few minutes following submission. Comments incorporating ad hominem attacks, advertising, and other forms of inappropriate behavior are likely to be deleted.

Note that there is a comment feed for those who like to keep up with conversations.