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A BMJ Medicine analysis of more than 111,000 adults over 30 years found that people with the most varied workouts had a 19% lower risk of premature death than those with the least variety, regardless of total exercise time. Experts say mixing cardio, strength training, and everyday activities provides multiple physical and mental benefits, and while any activity helps, rotating routines may boost longevity.
A study published in BMJ Medicine suggests that regular use of fish oil supplements may increase the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation in individuals without known heart conditions, while potentially reducing the risks for those with existing cardiovascular issues. The research followed over 400,000 people in the UK for 12 years and found a 13% higher risk of atrial fibrillation and a 5% heightened risk of stroke in individuals without known heart conditions who used fish oil supplements regularly. However, for patients with known heart disease, the supplements were associated with a 15% lower risk of atrial fibrillation. Further studies are needed to fully understand the relationship between fish oil supplements and heart disease events.