Dig In

May 27, 2025

SPENDING TIME PLANTING fruits, veggies, and flowers does more than provide tasty food or brighten up your yard. Studies show that getting your hands dirty and tending plants is good for you in many ways, including:

• Bonding with the family: Gardening is a fun way to bring everyone in the family together working toward a common goal.
• Boosting your mood: Being outside in the garden gets you away from electronic devices and helps relieve stress and anxiety.
• Promoting healthy eating: Eating fruits and veggies is more fun (and delicious) when they come from your own garden.
• Providing physical activity: Digging in the soil and harvesting plants are great ways to get exercise.