August 3rd

By Mutt Mulligan

5 reasons the family yard is good for your health

Did you know that getting dirty is actually good for you? Mycobacterium vaccae in soil actually mirrors the effect on neurons that drugs like Prozac provide. The bacterium stimulates serotonin production, which makes you relaxed and happier.

Need some inspiration? Take the family dog with you – he definitely knows how to have a good time getting his paws dirty!

This is just one of the many reasons to get outside and enjoy your outdoor living room. TurfMutt shares these additional health benefits of the family yard and our living landscapes.

• Nature makes you nicer, enhancing social interactions, value for community and close relationships.
• Walking or running in green spaces lowers anger, fatigue and feelings of depression, while increasing attention levels.
• Children’s stress levels fall within minutes of seeing green spaces.
• Spending time in gardens can improve memory performance and attention span by 20%.

Learn more at TurfMutt’s Living Landscapes website.