Why Gardening is Good for Your Health: Mental and Physical!
March 17, 2025 | Source: ALMANAC | by Robin Sweetser
Most of us know that gardening benefits our bodies and makes us happy. Even so, it’s very cool to see how research backs up why gardening improves both your mental health and your immune system! If you’re resolved to live a healthier lifestyle, eat better, and exercise more, gardening can give you all of these.
Many studies have shown that gardening improves people’s health and well-being. There have even been studies that show that people who garden live longer! Over a decade ago, author and longevity expert Dan Buettner visited communities known for having many centenarians (people who live to be 100 or older) to discover the secrets to their well-being and longevity. He was surprised to see one common and shared activity: Gardening!