Gardening is 'good for the soul' according to scientists, who say it improves happiness and emotional wellbeing as much as cycling, walking or eating out. While running or sports may provide more physical exertions, gardening works better as an emotional pick-me-up than other activities. 'Gardening could provide the health benefits of fresh fruits and vegetables, promote physical activity, and support emotional well-being, which can reinforce this healthy behaviour,' Ramaswami said. 'Many more people garden than we think and it appears that it associates with higher levels of happiness similar to walking and biking. 'Many more people garden than we think and it appears that it associates with higher levels of happiness similar to walking and biking,' Ramaswami said.

Source: Daily Mail May 12, 2020 16:17 UTC