Green Spaces for Your Mental Health

By: Nick Jones on 11:07 AM

Bodies of water have a lot of health benefits. Bodies such as lakes, rivers, ponds, seas, oceans, and springs have always been considered a source of physical and mental nourishment. These resources do not only provide our basic needs but as well as improvements in our physical and emotional well-being. Living near one can give a very positive effect on our overall disposition.  Take a look at some of the major benefits below to see how water bodies can significantly enhance your lives.

Lowers stress levels - stress can be caused by many things including prolonged isolation, which can in turn develop to bigger health issues. With water bodies, we can effectively cope up with and lower our stress levels. This can be achieved by exercising in water or arranging activities that center around bodies of water like picnics, yoga, walks, and more.

Stimulates and enforces the immune system. Frequently submerging in natural water bodies is a great way to stimulate and reinforce our immune system. Bacterias grow freely in natural water bodies, and although it may seem like they pose a threat, they actually help your immune system. Constant exposure to chemicals such as chlorine, hormones, and pesticides found in our food tends to hinder our immune system. Exposing ourselves to weak bacteria serves our immune system as a simulation and can help raise antibody count.

Releases endorphins. Water bodies are known to increase our endorphin levels. Carrying out a physical activity near water can significantly improve our endorphin count. These chemicals are important because they help reduce pain and give a feeling of euphoria. With which, we can fight off depression, anxiety, and improve our sleeping patterns, stabilize our blood pressure, and enhance the workings of our immune system.

Water is known as the elixir of life. It contributes a lot not only to our physical health but also to our mental state. If you have the chance, it’s best to visit resorts in Davao with natural elements such as green spaces and water bodies after being exposed to a lot of stressors brought about by the pandemic. Davao’s best resort, Malagos Garden, has a lot of water bodies that are ideal for your mental health. For a complete list of what to expect in Malagos Garden Resort as they reopen soon, check out malagos.com.