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To avoid colon cancer, start exercising vigorously, says new research
A study of more than 200,000 adults conducted by Cancer Council NSW found that as little as 10 minutes of vigorous physical activity lowered someone's risk of developing colon cancer by 22 per cent.
by Sarah Wiedersehn

Regular physical activity that raises the heart rate and makes a person "huff and puff" can significantly reduce the risk of colon cancer even for those with a healthy weight, a study has shown.

A study of more than 200,000 adults conducted by Cancer Council NSW found that as little as 10 minutes of vigorous physical activity lowered someone's risk of developing colon cancer by 22 per cent.

Importantly, two of the biggest risk factors for colon cancer - physical inactivity and obesity - were found to be independent of each other, said lead researcher Dr Visalini Nair-Shalliker.

This means anybody can get the benefits from physical activity regardless of their body weight, said Dr Nair-Shalliker.


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