Question

1. how does regular physical activity enhance mental health?

a. by increasing stress levels
b. by decreasing physical strength
c. by causing fatigue
d. by reducing stress and anxiety

Explanation:

Regular physical activity releases endorphins, which are natural mood - boosters. It also helps in reducing stress hormones like cortisol. Options a (increasing stress), b (decreasing physical strength - which is not related to mental health enhancement in a positive way here), and c (causing fatigue - which is a short - term negative physical effect and not related to mental health enhancement) are incorrect. Option d is correct as reducing stress and anxiety is a well - known positive impact of regular physical activity on mental health.

Answer:

d. By reducing stress and anxiety