It's better to keep active and by exercising regularly you can keep your body in condition. This will help you feel better and be able to accomplish more of your daily tasks. This does not mean that rest is bad. Regular periods of rest and exercise should both be part of a daily schedule. Resting after meals is good because it allow the heart to be used for digestion.
Extra rest can also help during periods of stress or an illness.
Overall, you will feel better if you exercise daily, rest as needed and learn to listen to your body. The material provided at this site is for informational purposes only. It is NOT to be construed as medical advice. Medical advice can only be provided by trained medical personnel following a careful discussion of the problem with the patient, a physical examination and appropriate laboratory studies. You are strongly encouraged to see the physician of your choice to receive such advice as well as to discuss the information available at this site as it may apply to your particular condition.