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Analysis: The tryptophan switch? Why exercise boosts your mood

1+ hour, 57+ min ago  (871+ words) A single session of working out has been found to cause immediate increases in brain-protective molecules and improvment in mood across age groups. By Meghan McCue March 9, 2026 One in five Canadians is living with mental health challenges such as anxiety…...