According to a study published on jamanetwork.com, regular physical activity reduces the risk of depression. When you exercise regularly, your body releases endorphins. These good-feel hormones provide feelings of pleasure and satisfaction, elbowing out the symptoms of depression.
What Doses of Physical Activity Do You Need to Cut the Depression Risk?
According to the study, small doses of physical activity significantly cut the depression risk with diminishing potential benefits. The study concluded that exposure to higher volumes of physical activity comes with great uncertainty. For this reason, it is best to stick to small doses of physical activity.
What Are Ways to Fit Exercise into Your Daily Routine?
- Stretch when you wake up
- Do more biking and less driving
- Use stairs most of the time
Exercises that can Ease Depression
- Running
- Lifting weights
- Yoga
- Walking
Other ways to Cut Depression Risk?
- Eat well-balanced meals
- Get quality sleep
- Stay connected to your friends and family
- Seek professional help (doctor or therapist)
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I believe that nutrition science is a wonderful helper both for the preventive improvement of health and adjunctive therapy in treatment. My goal is to help people improve their health and well-being without torturing themselves with unnecessary dietary restrictions. I am a supporter of a healthy lifestyle – I play sports, cycle, and swim in the lake all year round. With my work, I have been featured in Vice, Country Living, Harrods magazine, Daily Telegraph, Grazia, Women's Health, and other media outlets.
I believe that nutrition science is a wonderful helper both for the preventive improvement of health and adjunctive therapy in treatment. My goal is to help people improve their health and well-being without torturing themselves with unnecessary dietary restrictions. I am a supporter of a healthy lifestyle – I play sports, cycle, and swim in the lake all year round. With my work, I have been featured in Vice, Country Living, Harrods magazine, Daily Telegraph, Grazia, Women's Health, and other media outlets.
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