Asian Journal of Clinical Perinatology and Pediatric Biology

Volume 1 (2026)
Published : Feb 7, 2026

Physical Activity as Medicine: Its Role in Preventing Chronic Diseases and Improving Quality of Life

Wana Hla Shwe (1), Swe Swe Latt (2), Fatma SA Saghir (3), Negar Shafiei Sabet (4), Saeid Reza Doustjalali (5), Htwe Htwe Sein (6), Lei Lei Win (7), Myint Thiha Lwin (8), Myat Myo Naing (9), Sutha Devaraj (10), Nazmul MHM (11)

(1) Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, UCSI University, Malaysia
(2) Department of Public Health Medicine, RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus, Malaysia
(3) Department of Human Biology, School of Medicine, IMU University, Malaysia
(4) Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, SEGi University, Malaysia
(5) Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, SEGi University, Malaysia
(6) Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia, Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia
(7) Faculty of Medicine, University of Cyberjaya, Malaysia
(8) Faculty of Medicine, Manipal University College Malaysia, Malaysia
(9) Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia, Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia
(10) Graduate School of Medicine, Perdana University, Malaysia
(11) Graduate School of Medicine, Perdana University, Malaysia
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Abstract

Physical activity is increasingly recognized as a medicine-like intervention because it supports prevention, function, and long-term well-being. Regular movement improves metabolic control, cardiovascular health, muscle strength, mental balance, and daily living capacity. Existing literature shows that physical activity reduces the burden of diabetes, obesity, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, depression, and age-related functional decline. However, many articles describe these benefits generally, with limited focus on how activity levels influence chronic disease prevention and quality-of-life outcomes within one comparative framework. This research is needed to present physical activity as a structured preventive health strategy rather than only a lifestyle recommendation. This article examines low, moderate, and high physical activity levels using comparative outcome indices for disease-risk reduction, metabolic improvement, mental well-being, functional capacity, and quality of life. The findings indicate that sustainable movement, especially moderate activity, provides strong preventive value. In real practice, this approach can support clinical counseling, workplace wellness, community programs, and public health planning.

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