Exercise is a powerful healer. We know that physical activity is vital for a healthy body and disease prevention. Exercise improves most physical states. Some of its benefits include:
* Improves sleep
* Weight control
* Better digestion
* More energy
* Enhanced focus and alertness
* Faster metabolism
* Disease prevention
* Decreased blood pressure
But do you know...?
Its mental health benefits are profound! One research study showed how exercise can alleviate depression. But...Not So Fast!...
If a doctor prescribes exercise to a patient diagnosed with depression, will it work as effectively as these research participants' programs did?
Read this controversial article for yourself-
http://ezinearticles.com/?Exercise-is-Medicine---Can-Regular-Exercise-Work-Outs-Be-Prescribed-For-Depression?&id=1742221
What do you think? Are Exercise Prescriptions the answer to depression? Will they be a viable treatment option? Will people stick to exercise programs and feel happier?
Share your thoughts with us.
Showing posts with label prescriptions. Show all posts
Showing posts with label prescriptions. Show all posts
Friday, December 5, 2008
Exercise Work-Outs: a Prescription for Depression?
Labels:
blood pressure,
depression,
energy,
exercise,
mood,
prescriptions,
prevent disease,
weight control
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