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Stress: Your brain and body

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      What is stress and can it be good for you? Does it kill off your brain cells and can it cause depression? How does your brain perceive a terrifying situation and prepare your body for survival?   Your body’s stress response kicks in when you perceive you are under threat. Mammals have evolved this superb mechanism to ensure we have the best possible chance of survival when faced with a life-threatening situation.   Imagine you are in the jungle and you hear movement behind you. You stop…

Corelation Between Exercise And Health

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Exercise is bodily activity that can have positive effects on both physical and mental well-being. Physical exercise is any activity that enhances or maintains physical fitnessand mental function. Exercise can come in many forms but usually falls into one of three types: flexibility (affects joint mobility), aerobic(affects cardiovascular function), and anaerobic (affects muscle strength). The benefits 0f exercise for the body include weight maintenance, injury and disease prevention, and improved functioning. The benefits from exercise for the mind include higher levels of endorphins, which elevate the body to a state of euphoria, and mastery, which promotes self-esteemand…