May 3, 2011

Gardening Leads to Better Eating Habits and Quality of Life

Older adults who spend time gardening are more likely to eat healthier foods, and report better quality of life and higher energy levels than other seniors who don't garden.

Texas A&M and Texas State University conducted a survey of nearly 300 adults age 50 and over. 

  • Respondents who spent time gardening were more likely to be energetic, healthy and optimistic about the future.
  • 84% said they had made plans for things they will be doing in one month or one year, while only 68% of non-gardeners had made similar plans

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1 comment:

  1. My folks have quite a garden of veggies on their back yard and I have to say that it beats having to run to the department store if I missed anything like a bunch of carrots or some lime etc. It's cheaper too.

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