Heart disease: Exercise may cut the risk of heart disease by 23% by reducing stress.
A recent study suggests that physical activity can decrease the likelihood of cardiovascular disease by influencing stress responses in the brain.
The research revealed that individuals who adhered to recommended levels of physical activity experienced a 23% reduction in heart disease risk.
Notably, those with depression experienced even greater benefits from physical activity.
Specialists indicate that the connection between depression and heart disease may operate in two directions, with heart disease potentially arising from behaviors associated with depression or anxiety-related conditions.
Findings from a recent study indicate that physical activity's impact on stress, and associated mood disorders, may offer protection against cardiovascular disease (...