Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Which conditions can exercise help combat, due to its anti-inflammatory effects? Hypertension and diabetes Asthma and allergies Arthritis and osteoporosis Gastrointestinal disorders Exercise helps target these inflammatory conditions, which can damage the brain and cardiovascular system. And the great news is, you don’t have to run a marathon or heft heavy weights to gain benefits. Pick an activity you enjoy and get moving!
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