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HEADS UP ON EXERCISE
‘We all know physical activity is important for health and can even help us sleep better – but possibly even more powerful are the mental health benefits of working up a sweat. Not only is exercise a mood booster due to the release of endorphins, but specifically the rise in the concentration of norepinephrine can help relieve the effects of stress on the brain. Exercise also promotes the growth of new neurons and, much like other ways of practising self-care, boosts self-esteem.’