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Weight loss in middle age can restore cardiovascular health, research suggests

UK study of 6,000 patients shows shedding 5% of body weight may help cut the risk of stroke and heart disease Losing just 5% of your body weight in middle age can reduce inflammation, lower the risk of stroke and make your heart as…

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UK study of 6,000 patients shows shedding 5% of body weight may help cut the risk of stroke and heart disease Losing just 5% of your body weight in middle age can reduce inflammation, lower the risk of stroke and make your heart as healthy as if you had never gained weight, research suggests.

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