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Physical activity for better mental health
About half of the population will develop a mental illness in need of treatment during…
People who do not get physical activity can lead to as many deaths as smoking, according to a new study.
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An unhealthy diet during pregnancy or early childhood can increase the risk of behavioral problems and mental disorders in children, new Norwegian research shows.
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Swedish researchers believe they have found the answer to why exercise works so effectively against depression: When muscles are used, the blood is cleansed of a substance that is harmful to the brain.
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People who exercise have better mental health, and a new American study that has used brain imaging techniques says something about why. Specifically: Intense exercise increases the levels of two neurotransmitters in the brain, glutamate and GABA, both of which are linked to depression.
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