New Delhi, April 29 -- Do you find solace in the tranquillity of nature? Well, it turns out that your affinity for the great outdoors might not just be good for your mental health; it could also be beneficial for your physical well-being. A recent study published in the journal Brain, Behaviour, and Immunity suggests that spending quality time in nature could lower inflammation levels, consequently reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
While past research has already established a positive correlation between exposure to nature and improved mental and physical health, this study delved deeper into the biological mechanisms behind these benefits. Led by Anthony Ong, a Professor in the Department of Psychology at Cornell Universit...