Wednesday Links

Study: a brisk walk is healthier that an slow walk. Brisk walkers had a 35 per cent lower risk of dying, a 25 per cent lower chance of developing heart disease or cancer and a 30 per cent lower risk of developing dementia, compared with those whose average pace was slower.

Evidence: since we know green tea is good for you, matcha (a jade-colored powdered green tea might be even better.

Marriage researchers can tell whether a relationship will last and be happy by observing a couple for just 15 minutes.

Discrimination in hiring: the USA has one of the lower rates of discrimination while France and perhaps also Sweden have very high levels.