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A few relatively short bursts of intense exercise, amounting to only a few minutes a week, can deliver many of the health and fitness benefits of hours of conventional exercise, according to new research, says Dr Michael Mosley. But how much benefit you get from either may well depend on your genes.

“When I first read studies which suggested that I could make significant and measurable changes to my fitness by doing just three minutes of exercise a week, I was incredulous. However, this apparently outrageous claim is supported by many years of research done in a number of different countries including the UK, so I decided to give it a go”.

For the full story go to http://fitterme.co.uk/factsheets/fitness/basic-fitness-tips/hit-high-intensity-training/

Looking for a low-cost healthy menu option? Think eggs. They are low in calories, bursting with vitamins and minerals and quick and simple to prepare.

Awardwinning chef Sophie Wright says: ‘If you want a nutritious meal you can’t go wrong with eggs. They are packed with vitamins and minerals, easy to combine with healthy ingredients, and contain high quality protein which will help you keep fuller for longer. My recipes are perfect for people who want to watch what they eat without compromising on taste.’

Coming up, find out how to cook:

• Seared tuna steak with three-bean salad and a soft boiled egg
• Moroccan spiced eggs and tomatoes with a minted yoghurt
• Curried scrambled eggs with spinach and smoked haddock

Find out more about the health benefits of eggs

Ref. http://www.eggrecipes.co.uk/thinkoutsidethebox