While physical activity has powerful disease prevention properties, it is no less of an ally when it comes to curing and managing diseases. The most striking example is perhaps its role in cardiac rehabilitation. That's only the tip of the iceberg however. Sedentary people tend to have a higher risk of colon cancer and breast cancer than active people.
Active living contributes multiple health benefits to cancer patients.
Physical inactivity and a sedentary lifestyle make diabetic symptoms and complications even worse. The type of diabetes that starts in adulthood can be controlled totally or in part with a regular exercise and nutrition program. It can also temper other mental disturbances in older adults. Being active reduces anxiety, tension and depression, improves sleep quality, induces relaxation, reduces the need for psychotropic drugs, improves social interaction and reduces disruptive behaviour. A lack of activity, on the other hand, increases the risk of osteoarthritic symptoms.