The Data Is In – Exercise Is Good For You
https://sciencebasedmedicine.org/the-data-is-in-exercise-is-good-for-you/
Most of us say we want to get healthier. Then we pour time and money into organic labels, supplements, detox trends, and gadgets that promise big results. Meanwhile, the basics get ignored. This piece cuts through the noise with a simple message: the data has been clear for years. If you want better health and a longer life, focus on five things—eat a balanced diet, sleep well, don’t smoke, limit alcohol, and move your body.
The real spotlight here is exercise. Not as a fitness obsession, but as basic maintenance for your body and brain. You don’t need 45 minutes a day to start. Even a few minutes of movement beats sitting still. Walk. Stretch. Lift something. Do yard work. Small, steady effort adds up, at any age. Cardio, resistance, and flexibility each play a role in keeping you functional and independent. There’s no secret hack and no magic product. Just habits that work. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect plan, this is it: start small, keep going, and let the data—not the wellness industry—guide you.