A Narrative Review of the Impact of Healthy Nutrition and Regular Exercise on Physical and Mental Wellness

Tatlıbal P., Oral O.

Biomed J Sci & Tech Res, vol.41, no.1, pp.32419-32421, 2022 (Peer-Reviewed Journal)

Abstract

Introduction: A healthy nutrition and regular physical activity have both preventive and curative effects for many diseases. Today, obesity and numerous diseases can be prevented by healthy nutrition and regular physical activity, and the quality of life of individuals can be increased. Methods: In the search for scientific literature related to this review, the US National Library of Medicine (PubMed) used MEDLINE and Sport to discuss data and the terms ‘nutrition’, ‘regular exercise’, and ‘longevity and life expectancy were used. The relevant literature has also taken its source from the research of relevant articles from reference lists derived from data studies. Result: The importance of regular exercise and healthy eating habits for a healthy life is better understood day by day and these healthy lifestyle habits presupposed to extend life expectancy. So it’s known that regular exercise and healthy nutrition are important factors for physical and mental wellness by preventing man’s causes of most chronic diseases. Conclusion: Natural and healthy diet and regular physical activity reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular (cardiovascular system) disease, obesity, hypertension, diabetes, depression, osteoporosis, and other chronic diseases, so a balanced diet and regular exercise are essential for a healthy life, should be considered as extremely important concepts.