Being in your backyard has more benefits than you might believe!
Outdoor living spaces can be as simple as backyard decks or backyards in general. Spending time outdoors where there is natural plantlife and wildlife is vital to human wellbeing. What are the benefits of outdoor living spaces? Here’s what you can gain with a beautiful backyard!
Decreased Stress
Spending time outdoors in nature decreases stress significantly. There is something about relaxing and taking in the sights and sounds of nature that brings a person a sense of internal wellbeing, helping alleviate the stresses of life.
Improved Mood
Sunshine, green trees, birds singing, etc., are related to happiness, and for a good reason. Spending time outdoors helps you not only destress, but improve your mood as well. Even people with depressive tendencies notice a significant difference after spending time in nature.
Increased Immunity & Overall Health
Vitamin D is important for immunity! Many people in the U.S. have a vitamin D deficiency, and exposure to sunlight in moderation is one of the most effective ways to gain more of it. Sunbathing also helps to kill germs, so it could benefit you if you are ill as well. In general, time spent outdoors lowers blood pressure, the risk of type 2 diabetes, your free radical levels, and more.
Lower Risk of Myopia
Myopia is a distortion of the eye that causes nearsightedness, the reason that most people wear glasses. Being outdoors helps you practice looking into far distances instead of closeup at books or screens all the time, lowering your risk of developing myopia.
Better Sleep
Lower blood pressure, better blood circulation, and an improved mood help you get a better night’s rest. If you suffer from insomnia, try having some me-time in your outdoor living space multiple times per week to help you unwind.
Better Memory and Interpersonal Relationships
Time spent in nature also helps to improve cognitive functions, like memory, and social functions. People tend to become more sociable, communicable, and even charitable. If you feel antisocial, try spending some time in your outdoor living space.
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