TLDR:
• A new study reveals that spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is linked to good health and wellbeing.
• The study found that people who spent at least 120 minutes in nature reported higher levels of health and wellbeing compared to those who spent less time outdoors.
A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports suggests that spending time in nature may be linked to good health and wellbeing. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Exeter in the UK, found that people who spent at least 120 minutes a week in nature reported higher levels of health and wellbeing compared to those who spent less time outdoors.
The researchers analyzed data from over 20,000 people in the UK and found that spending a minimum of 120 minutes in nature each week was associated with positive health outcomes. These benefits were observed across different demographic groups, including both men and women, older and younger adults, and people living in urban and rural areas.
According to the study, the positive effects of spending time in nature were particularly pronounced for individuals with existing health conditions such as obesity, high blood pressure, and depression. The researchers suggest that spending time in nature could be a simple and cost-effective way to improve health and wellbeing for individuals with these conditions.
Dr. Mathew White, lead author of the study, emphasized the importance of incorporating nature into our daily lives. He stated, “It’s well
