Exercise and immunity

Benefit of regular exercise

Exercise 30 minutes a day

Flexibility exercise

Yoga

References

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Review Date: 05/05/2008
Reviewed By: Linda Vorvick, MD, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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