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Exercising in nature is better for you than working out at the gym
Exercising in nature is better for you than working out at the gym Exercising in nature has been shown to have significant mental and physical benefits compared to exercising at the gym or indoors, including improved mood, reduced stress levels, and increased heart rate variability. The study found that participants who exercised in nature reported […]
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Listen: How trees boost your focus and mental health
Listen: How trees boost your focus and mental health University of Chicago psychologist Marc Berman’s research explores how trees boost attention and improve mental health. Berman’s work on “soft fascination” reveals that natural environments have a profound impact on our minds and bodies, often going unnoticed. The study’s findings suggest that spending time in nature […]
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Adding more green space to a campus is a simple, cheap and healthy way to help millions of stressed and depressed college students
Adding more green space to a campus is a simple, cheap and healthy way to help millions of stressed and depressed college students Adding more green space to a campus can help alleviate stress and depression among college students, who are already struggling with anxiety and mental health issues. A study by researchers at Texas […]
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Plants in hospital rooms may enhance recovery
Plants in hospital rooms may enhance recovery Researchers at Texas A&M University found that hospital rooms designed with natural elements like indoor plants, green décor, and views of nature significantly enhance relaxation and mental clarity in simulated patients. The study used immersive virtual reality (VR) to simulate hospital environments for 188 participants over the age […]
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Can neighborhood tree layout benefit your health?
Can neighborhood tree layout benefit your health? A long-term Switzerland-wide study has found that neighborhoods with numerous, well-arranged trees exhibit lower mortality risks than other areas. Beyond creating a serene and open atmosphere in urban areas, trees and parks also contribute to human well-being. There are various reasons for this: trees filter pollutants out of […]
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