CVD, Obesity, Inflammation, Diabetes and a lot more diseases can increase the chances of developing symptoms of depression or other mental illness. Exercise can not only lower the risk of bio markers for most all cause mortality diseases, but also can help get cure or manage diseases like diabetes and inflammation which will lower cortisol levels and symptoms of depression and PTSD. Not only does exercise have massive impacts on the brain, but can also have dramatic biological effects like weight loss, higher self image, confidence, lower blood cholesterol, and improved respiratory function. Losing weight and improving respiratory function can benefit sleep immensely which leads to a reduction in symptoms of depression and mental disorders. Exercise can improve function of most major body systems, which will in turn lead to higher cognitive function, lower cortisol levels, and can lead to a better ability to cope with stress which lowers the chance of depressive symptoms.
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