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Regular physical activity can be decisive against stress and anxiety
This is what a survey recently conducted by Marktest for Medicare reveals.
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Data from the study 'General Health Status of the Portuguese Population', recently carried out by Marktest for Medicare, show that the Portuguese population gives its general health status an average score of 74.9 points, classified as 'Good' on a scale of 0-100. "This positive evaluation, close to the limit of 'Very Good', is a reflection of the growing commitment to the physical and mental well-being of the Portuguese people."
"On this World Physical Activity Day, we want to motivate the Portuguese people to prioritize their physical and mental health. This study makes it clear that regular physical activity not only contributes to a more positive general health status, but also plays a vital role in stress management and promoting the mental well-being of citizens", says Catarina Real, Head of People & Wellbeing at Medicare, in a statement.
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One of the most relevant associations is that levels above the global average in terms of general health status are found among those who engage in regular physical activity, with an average score classified as 'Very Good', as opposed to those who do not have this habit. In addition to these, significantly higher scores, classified as 'Excellent' and 'Very Good', are found among individuals who reported low stress levels in the past six months, as well as those in the 18-24 age group, respectively.
The data also revealed that approximately four out of every 10 Portuguese people have suffered some type of mental health symptom in the past 12 months, with particularly high incidences among young adults and those who do not engage in regular physical activity. "It is worrying to note that about one in five Portuguese people have resorted to medication, such as tranquilizers or sleeping pills, highlighting the ongoing need for holistic approaches to health and well-being", can be read in the same press release.
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