If exercise came in a pill, it’d be the number one prescribed antidepressant in the world. Think about it: it’s free, it’s accessible to almost everyone, and it has virtually zero side effects. As a pharmacist, I see patients struggle with medication side effects all the time. But here we have an antidepressant you don’t need to swallow and that only makes you healthier. Sound too good to be true? Let’s dive into the science and find out why regular exercise might work as well as SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) for mild-to-moderate depression, and what that means for your mental health plan.

Ever feel like the real fresh start comes not on January 1st, but when the leaves start to turn? You’re not alone. Many experts (and everyday folks) find that September beats January for a health reset. Summer’s distractions fade, routines return, and it’s the perfect time to set goals that actually stick. Some even call September the “other January” for self-improvement.