Among the first causes of many pathologies that are not communicable, as well as other chronic diseases, lifestyle habits constantly come to the fore.
However, a recent analysis underlined that Participating in community interventions focused specifically on nature will help reduce the risk of malformations Shaped diabetes in adults, cancer, other cardiovascular diseases.
They found that gardening has a powerful effect on general health; The report was published in the journal Lancet Planetary Health after it was carried out by researchers from the University of Colorado.
Community gardening played an important role in the prevention of mental health disorders and chronic diseases.According to an analysis funded by the American Cancer Society.
cancer prevention partners
“These findings provide strong evidence of community gardening May play an important role in preventing cancer, chronic disease and mental health disordersemphasized CU Boulder Department of Environmental Studies professor and lead author Jill Litt.
A study was conducted in 37 community gardens in both Aurora and Denver, Colorado, although the team continues to investigate the topic of community gardening in more depth.
“The 291 participants were divided into two groups. One group was allocated to the garden, they were provided with a garden plot, seeds, seedlings and an introductory course in horticulture”, summarizes the India Today portal.
better fed
The researchers found that people who had a garden ate more vegetables and fruits than those who did not. In fact, they ate 1.4 grams more fiber per day than the control group, according to the study.
In turn, they became slightly more active: They participated in moderate physical activity over the study period. In addition, they showed less anxiety and stress.
