4. Increased Fertility

As anyone who has had trouble conceiving knows, stress is a factor in inhibiting the natural process of reproduction–in both women and men. Reduction of stress has been found to improve fertility for both sexes.[6]
5. Increased Immunity

Daily progressive muscle relaxation reduces the risk of breast cancer recurrence, supporting the immune system to resist tumors and viruses, and results in less sickness, anxiety, and depression arising from chemotherapy.[7]
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