Bowel cancer affects many people around the world every year, and researchers have spent years investigating how lifestyle factors may influence the risk of developing the disease.
A British study is now focusing on an ordinary part of everyday life that many people may not realise could make a difference.
How much exercise is necessary?
Research reported by The Sun suggests that physical activity can have several positive effects on the body.
Exercise may, among other things, help reduce levels of inflammatory substances that can play a role in the development of tumours.
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An international trial involving patients who had already been treated for bowel cancer also showed positive results.
Participants exercised for an average of around two and a half hours a week.
Many are unaware of the effect
A YouGov survey conducted for Bowel Cancer UK among 2,155 adults found that 32 per cent did not know that regular exercise can reduce the risk of bowel cancer.
According to information reported by The Sun, getting at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week can reduce the risk of developing bowel cancer by around 20 per cent.
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This could include brisk walking, cycling or swimming, and is equivalent to just over 20 minutes of activity a day.
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This article is made and published by Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk, who may have used AI in the preparation.