Category: Healthy Parks Healthy People
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The healing power of nature for seniors
Getting outdoors is important for people of all ages and walks of life. Getting outside is a great way to relax and soak up the beauty of nature that surrounds us. Best of all, there are real benefits to enjoying the outdoors, especially for seniors. Studies are continuously reporting the benefits gained by seniors who…
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6 health benefits of cycling
If you’ve ever pedalled up a hill before, it probably wouldn’t surprise you to hear that cycling is great for working the lower body, but did you know the health benefits reach far beyond your quads and hamstrings? Check out these brain and body benefits of cycling:
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8 ways paddling can improve your health
Just when we thought nothing could top the “good for you” news about chocolate… …research shows that paddling is good not only for our physical health, but for our mental health as well! Here are some of the benefits that will have you reaching for your paddle:
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Try a regular dose of camping for good health
Time to reach for our sleeping bags and tents? Research shows that camping in nature is good for our mental and physical well-being. What better reason to head out with family and friends into the great outdoors and sleep under the stars? Check out the brain and body benefits of camping:
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Mental health benefits of the outdoors
Do you ever find yourself feeling calmer, more relaxed, or more focused after spending time in nature? That’s because time outside has studied and proven benefits for your mental health. Mental illness affects one in five Canadians in any given year. Let’s talk about what some Vitamin N (nature) can do for your mental health…
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Birding with benefits: therapeutic benefits of bird watching
Birdwatching is a time-honoured tradition that many people enjoy today, offering the opportunity to switch off from the modern world and get back to nature. Whether you’re simply investing in a bird feeder for your backyard or going for a walk in your local park, birding is beneficial to both your mind and body. It is…
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Hiking for head-to-toe health
It’s probably no surprise that hiking is good for your health, but it might surprise you that the benefits reach from head to toe! Check out the brain and body benefits of hiking:
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Fun in the sun: bringing Ukrainian families to parks
What is it that you love most about camping? The smell of campfire, the sound of the birds chirping in the forest, or that food just tastes better cooked outside? There’s something about nature that calls to us, beckoning us to return to our favourite parks year after year. But what if you don’t have…
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How environmental health professionals keep our water safe
You’re all packed up and ready for another weekend outdoors. You’ve got your sleeping bags, full cooler, sunscreen, and swimsuit. Maybe you’ll fill your trailer’s water tank up once you arrive, a water container or two for the campsite, then head to the beach to cool off. But have you ever stopped to think about…