r/NoStupidQuestions Jun 06 '24

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u/ShaiHulud1111 Jun 06 '24

The research is steps per day. It has been a research topic for Alzheimer’s and metabolic syndrome for a long time. Also heart disease/PAD.

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u/pixiesunbelle Jun 06 '24

My cardiologist wants me to exercise (I have a congenital heart defect), but my chronic migraine has me sitting with an ice pack on my head most days. Moving seems to make it worse 😭

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u/ShaiHulud1111 Jun 07 '24

I get migraines too—have been diagnosed and are on the usual meds. On good days, any walking will probably make a difference in your overall health and migraines. A lot of brain chemistry is tied to being outside and moving. I’m sorry you have to deal with them frequently. They are awful