Portable oxygen 'could help reduce cancer likelihood'
People who use portable oxygen to help them perform better in their physical activity endeavours may also be reducing the likelihood of developing cancer in later life.
According to a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, higher use of oxygen consumption during physical activity is linked to lesser cancer risk.
The investigation, carried out by researchers from the universities of Kuopio and Oulu in Finland, showed individuals who exercise harder and are more active in general are helping stave off symptoms of the disease.
Its authors concluded: "The intensity of leisure-time physical activity should be at least moderate so that beneficial effect of physical activity for reducing overall cancer mortality can be achieved."
To gather the results, the team studied the exercise practices of 2,560 men between the ages of 42 and 61.
Last week, San Diego Newsroom reporter Michelle Wallace observed increased oxygen levels can help long-distance runners go further without needing a rest.
Posted by James Worrall
26/07/2010 14:12:15
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