The health benefits of walking and cycling outweigh the negative effects on health of air pollution, even in cities with high levels of air pollution, according to a study led by researchers from the Centre for Diet and Activity Research (CEDAR) and Medical Research Council Epidemiology Unit at the University of Cambridge. This new evidence strengthens the case for supporting cycling even in polluted cities - an effort that in turn can help reduce vehicle emissions.
Regular physical activity reduces the risk of diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, and several cancers.
