Physical activity and health: Shifting focus from modern era to Stone Age life style

Abstract

Transition from Paleolithic lifestyle to sedentary lifestyle has lead to the development of several lifestyle diseases worldwide. Regular physical activity is essential to improve or maintain our health. Physical inactivity and increased sedentary lifestyle are one among the major threats to the present and future health. Several studies revealed both physical activity and healthy diet are equally essential to both human and animal’s health. Specialists recommend physical activity in the prevention/ treatment of several health disorders since it is cost effective with fewer side effects compared to synthetic medicines. This article attempts to explore the beneficial effects of physical activity learnt through some of the research experiments. A closer look into the lifestyle of our ancestors will provide more benefit to humankind.