Professor Ben Kelly

Ben Kelly is a specialist in preventative medicine and leads the clinical research and digital health agendas for Nuffield Health.

Sleep is not an ‘option’, it’s something our bodies require to function at our best. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the benefits of quality sleep, what happens if you don’t get enough of it, and how you can improve your sleep.

Updated: Monday 12 October 2026

Published: Monday 5 June 2017

High intensity has a huge following and has quickly become one of the most popular ways to workout. But why? Keep reading to find out why HIIT has soared in popularity, and what it can do to keep you looking and feeling healthy.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Tuesday 21 March 2017

Head of Clinical Research and Outcomes, Dr Ben Kelly, explains the truth behind the hype.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 23 January 2019

If you’ve been told your cholesterol levels are high, there are exercise habits you can adopt to help combat the problem.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Not getting as much exercise as you’d like? Whether you’re still working from home, or you’ve become less active since the pandemic, Professor Ben Kelly, Head of Clinical Research has five tips to help get you moving and improve your health.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

They say mathematics can explain the universe. It can also explain why you’re not achieving your weight loss goals. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly crunches the numbers.

Updated: Friday 4 September 2026

Published: Thursday 5 January 2017

Exercise is a great way to help lower your blood pressure levels. Ben Kelly, Director of Research and Outcomes, explains five of the best exercises.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Everyone knows exercise will help lower your blood pressure, but this little trick can help accelerate the drop. Best of all, it takes next to no effort. Head of Preventative Medicine, Dr Ben Kelly explains.

Updated: Thursday 27 August 2026

Published: Monday 30 January 2017

A high blood glucose level (which may also be referred to as a high blood sugar level) can be actively controlled through exercise.

Updated: Friday 14 August 2026

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016

Dr Ben Kelly explains why the real key to burning fat lies in understanding how your muscles work.

Updated: Monday 3 August 2026

Published: Friday 25 November 2016

Not sure what to make of your blood pressure? Here’s how the numbers work.

Updated: Friday 31 July 2026

Published: Friday 18 November 2016

Small changes to your lifestyle could make you happier, and see you living a longer, healthier life. There's no magic cure, but Head of Clinical Research Dr Ben Kelly has 5 top tips to help you keep your mind and body firing on all cylinders well into retirement.

Updated: Monday 27 April 2026

Published: Thursday 31 August 2017

Blood glucose levels can be improved by changing your diet. Here are five tips to get you started.

Updated: Monday 25 April 2022

Published: Wednesday 30 March 2016