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How much exercise should you be doing?

The government says you should do at least 2.5 hours of moderate exercise per week. Dr Michael Mosely examines whether that's right for everyone. Consumer news with Peter White.

How much exercise should you be doing if you want to stay healthy? Dr Michael Mosley finds out why doing the same amount might not work for everyone.

And we look at new plans to regulate the people who look after adults living in residential care homes, in day centres and in their own homes.

Producer: John Neal
Presenter: Peter White.

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53 minutes

Chapters

  • Exercise guidelines

    New Year, new you? Dr Michael Mosley explores how much we should do and how often.

    Duration: 21:02

  • Care Staff Register

    New plans to regulate those who look after adults in care homes, day centres and at home.

    Duration: 05:10

Broadcasts

  • Wed 2 Jan 2013 12:00
  • Wed 2 Jan 2013 12:04

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