10 Reasons to Grow a Plant at Home

Whether it's a tastefully furnished living room or a boring workplace, potted plants are a unique blessing to enliven a space with a low budget. In addition, it is possible to achieve positive results in terms of our health with a small amount of money to be allocated for plants. There is a lot of important evidence to show that being around green areas removes stress, boosts a person's mood and increases cognitive function. Here are five reasons to have plants in your home.

It Reduces Stress and Anxiety
A study published in the Journal of Physiological Anthropology showed that interacting with indoor plants (such as touching or smelling) can reduce physiological and psychological stress. Even potting soil can help you reduce your daily stress and anxiety. Because there is a bacterium called Mycobacterium Vaccae, which acts as a natural antidepressant in the soil. Although it is more effective to go for a walk in a park (as these bacteria will be more exposed), it will also be beneficial to have plants at home. Environmental health expert Danica-Lea Larcombe wrote in an article published in The Conversation, "It is also a known fact that plants can cause positive changes in the electrical activity of the brain." He gave a sentence in the form of. You can also put lavender or pasha sword plants in your bedroom to reduce stress and get a better sleep.

Regulates Air Quality
According to the American Lung Association, the indoor air can sometimes be more polluted than the outside air. Among the most polluting substances are asbestos, radon, formaldehyde, benzene and carbon monoxide. Exposure to these fine particles can cause dry eyes, headaches or more serious illnesses such as asthma. Plants such as sail flowers and ivy can filter most of these toxic fumes, according to NASA. Thanks to its roots and leaves, it can absorb these pollutants. Studies point out that compared to non-plant areas, rooms with plants have 60 percent less airborne bacteria and molds.

Acts as a Aatural Moisturizer
Plants can release moisture from their leaves through a process called transpiration. You can control dry air by placing a love ladder (Boston Fern) in a corner of your home during the winter months. However, if there are children or pets at home, it is useful to do research before you buy plants. Be careful not to buy plants that are not safe for children or pets.

Increases Cognitive Skills
According to a study by Texas A&M University, having hidden plants and flowers in your workspace can significantly improve your creative performance and problem-solving skills. Similarly, researchers working at the University of Exeter in the UK found that indoor plants in the workplace increased concentration, productivity and employee health by 47 percent. It has also been found that being in a place with plants can improve memory by 20 percent.

It Facilitates The Healing Process
Being near plants can make you feel calmer and your wounds heal more easily. A study by Kansas State University defines potted plants and flowers as "non-invasive, inexpensive and effective complementary therapy for surgical patients." In addition, studies conducted by Texas A&M University show that gardening therapy contributes to patients in healthcare facilities.

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