Walking In Oxford Street

Dr. Petra Joller: This is insidermedicine in 60. From London, which is better for those with asthma, Hyde Park or Oxford Street? Researchers evaluated the ability of subjects to breathe after walking for 2 hours in Hyde Park or on Oxford Street. The results showed that after walking on Oxford Street, subjects' lung volumes and ability to breathe became diminished. The results were more pronounced in those with asthma.

From Switzerland, living in the country is better for a child's lungs and research is showing that it may also be beneficial for adults. Researchers analyzed breathing function tests in subjects over an 11-year period and the results showed that while our lung function decreases as we age adults who lived in areas of lower pollution experienced less of a decline.

And finally, from Toronto, Ontario may soon join a growing number of regions which have expelled trans fatty foods from elementary and secondary schools. The provincial government announced legislation which would remove French fries, potato chips, and some chocolate bars from school cafeterias and vending machines. Trans fats have been linked to a number of health problems including coronary artery disease and obesity. For Insidermedicine in 60, I'm Dr. Petra Joller.


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