It is always nice to have a garden or plants in your house, but have you ever considered the benefits of greenery and greenery for your health? According to new research, living in the middle of vegetation can really extend your life expectancy.
The research comes from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and the Brigham and Women's Hospital. The researchers analyzed the results of an eight-year study of a potential link between vegetation and life expectancy.
Impact of greenery on health
The results showed that the mortality rate of women living in the greenest environments was significantly reduced by 12% compared to women living in non-tree and plant-free environments. And these women not only had a longer life expectancy, but also better mental health.
According to the research, the link between greenery and mortality rate is due to different variables. People surrounded by plants had lower levels of depression, increased opportunities for social engagement, higher levels of physical activity, and reduced exposure to air pollution.
Better still, the study in question was not one of the small ones, although it was one of the first studies to cover the link between plants and mental health. The researchers examined data from 108,630 women between 2000 and 2008.
According to Peter James, Harvard Chan School Epidemiology Research Associate, the research team was surprised to see such strong links between increased exposure to greenery and lower mortality rates, as well as evidence that much of the apparent benefit of high vegetation levels appears to be related to improved mental health.
If you live in a city where vegetation is scarce but you have some plants at home, it should still be good news. If your outdoor environment is not as green as it should be, you can always bring greenery indoors.
If you do not have green plants at home, here are some houseplants easy to maintain:
Best types of houseplants to have
Although the study did not address the fact that some types of plants are better for health and longevity than others, if you want to purify the air of your home while extending the life of your life, here the best houseplants, according to a NASA study published in 1989 on indoor plants to try to find the best way to purify the air space stations.
Boston fern
Boston fern is a very popular houseplant, offering beauty and health benefits. This plant acts as a humidifier and can help cleanse the air of the house. It is therefore ideal for people who suffer from dry skin and other cold-related problems. Avoid exposing your Boston fern to direct sunlight as its foliage may be burned, watering it once a week in winter and 2-3 times in summer while spraying water on its leaves .
Aloe Vera
Many people have Aloe Vera at home because of its ability to heal. The gel inside the leaves is excellent for helping to heal burns and cuts. Aloe Vera is also an excellent plant to improve the quality of your indoor air by absorbing both formaldehyde, benzene and electromagnetic waves. This plant is easy to grow.
English ivy
English ivy is ideal for cleaning the air of the house by absorbing the formaldehyde commonly found in some household cleaners and some furniture or carpet treatments.
Moon flower
The moon flower is a beautiful plant that can improve the indoor air quality by 60%. It helps to reduce the levels of mold spores that grow at home by absorbing these spores through its leaves and circulating them to the roots of the plant where they are used as food. It also absorbs benzene, xylene, ammonia and trichlorethylene.
Chlorophyton hairy
Chlorophyton hairy is an indoor plant commonly found and is really easy to grow. In just two days, this plant can remove up to 90% of the toxins from your indoor air. The leaves grow quickly and help to absorb harmful substances such as molds and other allergens. It is therefore the ideal plant for people with allergies common to dust. It also helps absorb formaldehyde, toluene, xylene, formaldehyde and carbon monoxide.
