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Endorphins

Endorphins are neurotransmitters released by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland in response to pain or stress. They are also called the body's natural pain killers because of their benefits on the body, including relieving pain, reducing stress, improving mood, and triggering a positive feeling. If the body does not produce enough endorphins, there may be an increased risk of depression, trouble sleeping, depression, anxiety, and increased pain and discomfort.

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Kindly advise how exercise helps maintain better mental health.

Query: Hi doctor,I am a 27-year-old. I want to know how exercise helps to maintain better mental health. I feel better when I include walking as a regular morning routine but when I do not walk, I do not feel better. I want to understand how walking gives me that energy. Is it right to think this way? Or i...  Read Full »


Dr. Vipul Chelabhai Prajapati

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are elated to have you on board at icliniq. Walking is the best therapy for physical and mental well-being. With exercise, endorphins are released from the brain. Endorphins are the happy hormones. With exercise, adrenaline is also released which gives an...  Read Full »

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