#exercise

Research highlighted by Medical Xpress suggests exercise is one of the most effective ways to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease, reinforcing its role as more than a general wellness recommendation.

A New Scientist feature argues that stress has been oversimplified in public discussion, with emerging research suggesting that some forms can sharpen performance and strengthen the body while chronic stress remains 

New mouse research suggests physical activity during pregnancy can improve offspring metabolic health, but prenatal stress may reduce those benefits in male offspring.

A study highlighted by Medical Xpress says just a few minutes of vigorous daily activity were associated with lower risk of eight major diseases, including heart disease, arthritis and dementia.

A major review in Nature Medicine argues that physical activity must be repositioned from a lifestyle recommendation to a foundational public health intervention, with implications for how health systems are designed and funded.