by Serapion S. Metilla
Make your home healthy,
eco-friendly and livable with indoor gardening.
Anahad Oconnor of
[email protected] says exposure to plants relieves stress and boosts immunity.
“This time of the year, allergies and the promise of air-conditioning tend to drive people indoors. But for those who take the heat and cope with the pollen, spending time in nature might have some surprising health benefits. In a series of studies, scientists found that when people swap their concrete confines for a few hours in more natural surroundings—forests, parks and other places with plenty of trees—they experience increased immune function.
“Stress reduction is one factor. But scientists also chalk up to phytoncides, the airborne chemical that plants emit to protect them from rotting and from insects, which also seems to benefit humans.
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