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Can walking help my depression?

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Yes: Moderate aerobic exercise can benefit mild to moderate depression.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2020

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Absolutely!: Brisk walking increases blood flow to the brain and increases brain activity, likely reducing inflammation. Moreover, research suggests that exercise causes the expression of anti-depressant-like genes.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/30/2016

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