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Sexual Orientation Differences In The Association Between Physical Activity And Allostatic Load: Results From The National Health And Nutrition Examination Study, Natalia I. Putnam
Sexual Orientation Differences In The Association Between Physical Activity And Allostatic Load: Results From The National Health And Nutrition Examination Study, Natalia I. Putnam
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Higher levels of allostatic load (AL), a composite measure of the impact of chronic stress on the body, are found among socially marginalized groups compared to privileged groups. AL is associated with premature aging and death, as well as a variety of chronic health conditions that impact quality of life. Effects of AL may be offset by physical activity (PA). Queer populations (including those who identify as lesbian, gay, or bisexual) may be at risk for elevated AL due to repeated exposure to discrimination in the form of sexual minority stress. There is mixed literature on sexual orientation differences in …