HAMBURG — A healthy mind lives in a healthy body — the connection is so obvious that it became a saying centuries ago. But for a long time, researchers were unsure about cause and effect. "The ...

Exercise greatly benefits brain health, improving cognition, mood and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Several new studies have demonstrated the profound impact of exercise on various ...

Exercise’s positive effect on depression is well-known, but not how it produces its anti-depressant effects. After reviewing a broad range of studies into how depression and physical activity affect ...

Researchers analyzed data from middle-aged workers who had received Specific Health Guidance -- a revolutionary system implemented by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare to improve ...

Share on Pinterest A new study finds links between exercise and mental health benefits that may offset some of the effects of a Western diet. The Good Brigade/Getty Images Consuming an unhealthy diet ...

When most people think about how exercise transforms the body, they focus on the visible changes, increased muscle definition, reduced fat stores, and improved posture. But beneath the surface, a ...