25. Less chance of a heart attack
Gardening is right for your heart - literally. There have been claims that gardening helps reduce the risk of a heart attack. The British Journal of Sports Medicine did an 11-year study, and they found that people who were even moderately active outdoors, like gardening were 18% less likely to have a heart attack. Just add 2 to 5 hours of gardening per week reduced the risk of premature death by 31%.
Fresh air, heart activity, and a sense of overall calm help explain why gardening is right for your heart. If you have elevated blood pressure, it can even help to reduce it. Instead of feeling stressed often, gardening can help calm you down, cool off, and relax.
