The Most Powerful "Pill" for Your Health: Movement | Dr. Christie Ballantyne
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Exercise is a powerful medicine—lowering blood pressure, improving heart health, boosting mood, and even enhancing brain function. In this video, discover simple ways to add more movement to your day and improve your overall well-being.
This video is part of a groundbreaking public education series on the five foundational behaviors—sleep, food, movement, stress management, and connection—that shape your health.
Watch the series: https://tv.texasheart.org/thrive-microsteps-with-the-texas-heart-institute
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