Exercise in the morning, such as a brisk walk or bike ride could stave off cancer, according to new research. Taking regular exercise early in the day boosts the body clock - which helps suppress the disease, say scientists.
A study of 2,800 found those who were physically active between 8 and 10 am were less likely to develop prostate or breast tumours, respectively.
Night owls prone to staying up late benefitted most by working out instead of staying in bed. Study co-ordinator Dr Manolis Kogevinas, of the Barcelona Institute for Global Health, said: "The timing of physical activity obviously has an effect upon the rhythm of sex hormones and melatonin - as well as on food metabolism. "That might explain our results." Our bodies produce
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