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A recent study indicates that engaging in regular exercise can effectively combat depression, potentially matching the benefits provided by therapy and antidepressant medications.
The Cochrane review analyzed 73 randomized controlled trials, evaluating nearly 5,000 adults diagnosed with depression. These studies compared the impact of exercise against other active treatments, like therapy or medication, and contrasted it with inactive interventions, such as being placed on a waiting list or in a control group.
The research team based in London concluded that exercise could be considered
