Prioritising Physical Activity Over Social Media For A Stronger Heart

Weight gain is kept in check by being physically active, explains Dr Aditya Verma, Cardiologist (MBBS / MD / DM) by Golf View Healthcare & Research Centre. 26 Sep, 2023 Tavishi Dogra

The use of gadgets

Social media interactions and other purposes have increased to epidemic proportions over the past few years. Source: Thehealthsite

Different social media feeds

They add to a variety of emotional and mental upheavals. So rather than de-stressing, it keeps people stressed out. Source: Thehealthsite

charged up

The body remains 'charged up' with increased sympathetic drive. Source: Thehealthsite

body and mind

It doesn't allow the body and mind to relax completely. Source: Thehealthsite

On the other hand

Physical activity and exercise strengthen the body, heart and mind. Source: Thehealthsite

Endorphins

It helps in the secretion of endorphins, the 'feel-good molecules'. Source: Thehealthsite

There is vasodilation

I.e., relaxation of the heart's blood vessels, muscles, and whole body. Source: Thehealthsite

Reduces insulin resistance

There is improvement in the blood circulation throughout the body. Source: Thehealthsite

Reduced inflammatory markers

These make the body and heart strong! Source: Thehealthsite

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