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[et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Spring is here and it is the perfect time to plant a garden! Gardening is a great way to grow some delicious whole food for you and your family or friends and it also boosts your health!
So how exactly can growing food in a garden, also grow your health and wellness?
Reduce Stress
Gardening has a way of reducing stress, depression, and anxiety. Gardening reduces cortisol, the stress hormone, and can impact mood, immune function, memory, and more. Gardening also can boost your self-esteem as you learn a new skill which can also reduce your stress as well.
Happiness
There is something about having your hands in the dirt and close to plants that boosts your level of happiness. Dirt is the home to healthy bacteria and it can help increase serotonin which makes you happy! Gardening also gives you hope that you can be successful and that good things are coming. Being outside in the garden also increases your levels of vitamin D which is known as the sunshine vitamin. This is will boost your mood and your health making you both happier and healthier!
Burn Calories and Reduce Disease Risk
Gardening is actually considered to be moderate exercise. When you are outside gardening, you are burning calories while also strengthening your heart and brain. As you move your body while gardening you can help lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of obesity, a stroke, and a heart attack.
Stronger Hands
As you garden, you can actually strengthen your hands which will bring many benefits to your future self. Gardening uses muscles in your hands that you don’t often use. As you strengthen the muscles in your hands you will have increased dexterity and strength and be able to continue to use them as you age.
Family Health
Gardening can boost the health of your family in several ways. One way is planting fruits and vegetables is a great way to encourage yourself and your family to eat healthier. It is also a great way to spend time with your family and build your relationships.
Financial Help
Gardening can actually save you money! Planting fruits and vegetables compared to buying them is much cheaper. You can also can, freeze, or dehydrate extra fruits and vegetables and eat them all year long.
The benefits of gardening are amazing! Gardening is fun and it is good for you. It will boost your health and overall well-being. The rewards for your health and the food you get from it are priceless! Plant a garden today and enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables all summer long!
Sources:
goodhousekeeping.com/health/wellness/a22109/health-benefits-gardening/
learn.eartheasy.com/articles/6-unexpected-health-benefits-of-gardening/
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