Gardening is an exciting world. When you start, it is normal to have many doubts because… there is so much to discover! Even if you decide to grow one type of plant, there are so many species and secrets that seem to be hidden from you that, as you get to know them, you realize that there is still much more than you initially thought.
We have a lifestyle that, although we have no choice but to follow it, is not as healthy as it should be. Therefore, the benefits of plants for health are, if possible, even more important .
Index
- 1 oxygen
- 2 They regulate the weather
- 3 Foods
- 4 Medicines
- 5 They keep us active
- 6 They make us smile
- 7 They reduce stress
Oxygen
Perhaps it is, on a biological level, the most important thing. Plants, through photosynthesis (absorbing the sun’s energy to convert it into food), expel the precious oxygen and absorb carbon dioxide. In this way, they keep us alive , something that is certainly appreciated. And it is that, if there is no life, there can be nothing else.
They regulate the climate
Plants play a determining role in the climate of the area . During the summer, the leaves provide shade by preventing the sun’s rays from reaching the ground with force, and also keep the environment cool as a result of the loss of water in the form of vapor (transpiration); On the other hand, in winter its heat emission becomes more noticeable, which is produced when organic molecules combust due to aerobic respiration.
And what is aerobic respiration? A set of reactions by which pyruvic acid (a colorless acid with an aroma similar to acetic acid), which is produced by glycolysis (a complex sequence of reactions that takes place in the cell), is broken down into carbon dioxide and water, producing large amounts of ATP (high energy).
Foods
There is nothing like growing your own food. It is without a doubt the most effective way to achieve good health… and without leaving home. Whether we have a patio or a piece of land, we can grow plants in pots or on the ground , such as aromatic or horticultural plants. In addition, if we want to save even more money, we can buy seed packets in which there is always an interesting number of them and sow them when the time is right -normally, in spring- in seedbeds.
In this way, as they grow we will learn more about them and their care , something that will come in handy both in the short and medium term, especially if we intend to continue growing each season.
Medicines
Natural medicine is becoming more and more fashionable, and it is not surprising: although modern medicine is more than proven to be saving lives, the truth is that for minor ailments (colds, small wounds, etc.) and above all to prevent plants are still a good remedy . Moreover, we must not forget that many of the medicines that we find in pharmacies are made with plants. Without going any further, aspirin is made from acetylsalicylic acid that comes from the bark of the willow tree (Salyx).
That is why, for example, if you have itching before going to buy a cream, I am going to recommend that you spread natural Aloe vera gel
on yourself , or if you are starting with the flu, drink an infusion of yarrow (except if you are pregnant or think that you can be). And we can’t forget garlic either: it is an excellent remedy for respiratory diseases and also serves to strengthen the immune system.keep us active
Caring for plants entails the obligation to move, to walk, to remember that you have to water or fertilize on that day . This is very interesting for everyone, regardless of how old we are, as it is a way of using our brain and our body, preventing it from wearing out prematurely. And that’s not to mention that it is an activity that we can do as a family, something that will undoubtedly help us to spend great moments with her.
they make us smile
For me, this is the greatest benefit that plants have: allowing us to be happy . Who has not felt complete when seeing a fruit tree in bloom or seeing that the work of a whole year has given excellent fruits in the orchard? When we feel good, the brain releases setonin, which is something like the hormone of happiness. Thanks to her, we are able to see the world with different eyes.
They reduce stress
We live in an increasingly urbanized world. The constant noise of traffic, the progress of the asphalt, the rush… all of this, unless you are used to it, overwhelms you. And by being overwhelmed, your heart will beat faster than it should. This, added to the high levels of pollution in cities and towns whose population is increasing in recent times, means that your life expectancy is shortened. Therefore, having a plant at home can help, and a lot, to be healthier and calmer .
So, you know, don’t hesitate to decorate your home with at least one.
