Headline: Unlock Your Potential: Experts Highlight Exercise’s Crucial Role in Energy, Longevity
NEW CASTLE, Del. – In an era dominated by sedentary lifestyles and digital distractions, health experts are increasingly emphasizing the pivotal role of physical activity in maintaining overall well-being, boosting energy levels, and promoting longevity. Despite widespread awareness of these benefits, many Americans struggle to incorporate regular exercise into their daily routines.
“The importance of exercising, beyond the pleasure that can be done at the moment, is to achieve full longevity. Not onyl do we have to live more, but also better,” Dr.Florencia Leinado told The 100, an Argentinian radio show.
Leinado, and other experts across the world, stress that physical activity extends beyond mere physical gains, playing a vital role in promoting mental health and staving off various diseases.
U.S. Trends and Health Implications
The Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) reports that only about 24% of adults in the U.S. get the recommended amount of physical activity each week. This lack of exercise contributes significantly to rising rates of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer, placing a considerable burden on the healthcare system.
Combating Energy Barriers: Junk Food and Junk Light
One of the primary reasons people cite for avoiding exercise is a lack of energy.experts point to two major culprits: “junk food” and “junk light.”
Junk food, characterized by processed, nutrient-poor options, provides a temporary energy surge followed by a crash, leaving individuals feeling sluggish and unmotivated.Equally detrimental is “junk light,” referring to the excessive exposure to artificial light from screens. “Excessive use of screens deteriorates our nervous system as the brain is all the time exposed to a light that is not natural,” Leinado explained.
This constant exposure disrupts the body’s natural circadian rhythm,leading to fatigue and decreased energy levels. A recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism found that exposure to blue light from electronic devices before bedtime can suppress melatonin production, making it harder
