New research published has found that green spaces are good for our health and wellbeing.
The researchers also found that when people had access to parks and gardens their health and wellbeing improved.
The research is from 'Science Direct' and is called 'The role of perceived public and private green space in subjective health and wellbeing during and after the first peak of the COVID-19 outbreak'.
The researchers found that access to green spaces and nature improved our wellbeing and health. In other words, it is beneficial for us to spend time in nature, particularly in a green place - spending time in nature is good for our health and wellbeing.
They have found that access to green spaces benefits our health in many ways. The report says that ''exposure to green space is linked to reduced incidence of stroke, hypertension, asthma and coronary heart disease''. Therefore, there are physical health benefits to being in green spaces.
There are also mental health benefits to being in green spaces, as the report also found that ''there is evidence to its psychological benefits. One study that identified a clear link with access to green space and mental wellbeing showed that individuals who reported visiting nature the day prior were happier, and those who visited nature regularly perceived their lives to be more worthwhile''. Therefore, being out in nature is also good for our mind.
The researchers also found that perceived access to green spaces and nature is essential for our mental health and wellbeing. These spaces can be green spaces like woodlands or parks.
They also found that access to green spaces and nature can be helpful to people during times of a global pandemic.
Essentially, the researchers have found that getting out into nature is beneficial to our physical and mental health. It's beneficial for our overall health and wellbeing.
If you want to read more about this study, you can go here.
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