Mother Nature Can Make You Healthier, Calmer and More Sociable

Living in the lap of nature and greenery can make a person healthier, social, generous and calmer than living in a concrete jungle.
According to Frances Kuo, professor of the landscape and human health, people living in suburbs are trustworthier, willing to help and have a much higher standard of living, compared to their urban counterparts.Prof. Kuo says that the health benefits come irrespective of other factors and that once we are deprived of green space, our health suffers dramatically.
She further said that access to nature and green environments yields better cognitive functioning, more self-discipline and impulse control and greater mental health. The study reveals that green environments also enhance recovery from surgeries, enable and support higher levels of physical activity, improve immune system functioning and help diabetics achieve healthier blood glucose levels.