Physical Activity May Benefit Smokers’ Lungs, Regardless of Air Pollution

A new European study finds that physical activity is tied to better lung function among smokers, regardless of air pollution levels.

Among non-smokers, however, the findings are less clear, and some of the data suggests that exercise benefits may be reduced among never-smokers living in cities with high levels of air pollution.

The study is published in the journal Environment International.

“Many forms of physical activity occur outdoors, such as cycling, walking or running, and active...

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