Exercise Your Way to a Healthy Heart and Mind: How Physical Activity Protects Against Stress and Heart Disease
This study looked at how exercise benefits both mental and heart health. They found that people who exercise more have lower stress levels in their brains, which helps protect them from heart problems. Exercise also reduces the risk of heart disease, especially in people who struggle with depression.
The researchers studied over 50,000 adults and used special scans to look at their brain activity related to stress. They also checked their medical records to see if they had any heart problems. They found that those who exercised more had lower stress levels in their brains, and they were less likely to have heart issues.
What's interesting is that exercise seemed to work even better for people with depression. It not only reduced their stress levels but also lowered their risk of heart disease more than in people without depression.
Overall, this study shows that exercise is not just good for your muscles; it's great for your brain and heart too. So, get moving to keep your mind and heart healthy!
