Dr Rosie: National Gardening Day

National Gardening Day — A Healthy Hobby to Dig Into!

Today is National Gardening Day, a brilliant reminder to grab a shovel, head outdoors and give gardening a go!

Whether you’ve got a big garden, a small patch, or just a few pots and planters, spending time around plants can do wonders for your health. Research shows that connecting with nature can help reduce anxiety, ease depression and lower stress levels — while the gentle exercise of digging, planting and watering gives your body a healthy boost too.

It’s a hobby that’s good for the mind and the muscles — and with spring in full swing, there’s no better time to get your hands a little dirty and your garden a little greener.

So if you’ve been thinking about trying your hand at gardening, today’s the day to start!

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