Did you know that parks and greenspace have significant public health benefits?* Health studies have shown that contact with nature offers a range of medical benefits including lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, enhanced survival after a heart attack, more rapid recovery from surgery, fewer minor medical complaints, and lower self-reported stress. In children with attention disorders and in teens with behavioral disorders, contact with nature has resulted in significant improvement.
So thankful I live in a beautiful place (Utah) where I'm surrounded by nature!
Sirpa Grierson
ReplyDeleteEven offices are more healthy if they contain plants. NASA (yes, the space program) has done studies of the most health-promoting plants to include in your home or office.