Participating in community gardening reduces the risk of developing serious
illnesses, including cancer and mental health disorders, according to a
recent study.Researchers have demonstrated that people receive multiple
health-promoting benefits from community gardening. Gardeners increased
their intake of fiber by eating more fresh produce, got more exercise
tending a garden, and felt more connected socially, all of which are
protective factors against cancer, mental health issues, and various
chronic illnesses.Previous observational studies have suggested that
gardening, in general, may deliver many benefits.
illnesses, including cancer and mental health disorders, according to a
recent study.Researchers have demonstrated that people receive multiple
health-promoting benefits from community gardening. Gardeners increased
their intake of fiber by eating more fresh produce, got more exercise
tending a garden, and felt more connected socially, all of which are
protective factors against cancer, mental health issues, and various
chronic illnesses.Previous observational studies have suggested that
gardening, in general, may deliver many benefits.
