I finally have seedlings!!! Due to my holiday I decided not to grow from seed and to buy plug plants as I didn't want to leave mum with a mountain of seedlings that would need looking after. I couldn't do it though, I went through all my packets to see what could be sown in May and I was surprised at how much I could still get going (ok, I'm late with the tomatoes). I've got sweetcorn 'Pot of gold' Cucumber 'Mini Munch' And a few dwarf cherry tomato plants even though I've got some plug plants coming from @dobies_gardening but can you ever have too many tomato plants? (The answer is no)! #growyourownfood #growyourown #growyourownveggies #womenwhogarden #gardening #mygardenismyhappyplace #gardeningforhealth #canyouhavetoomanytomatoes
SAD sucks so when the weather has even a hint of light and warmth I am out there! Toast and tea and a fresh coffee from my mug I found in the tip yesterday on my tablecloth I got for free, looking at my terracotta pots I also picked up from the tip for free! I am generally a very happy and content little bee, but SAD effects my mental health to the point I struggle to function, I take meds, become a recluse and generally am no fun to be around. Im hoping to make some outdoor spaces that I can enjoy in the winter so I can try and alleviate my symptoms a bit this year!!
Wow! This morning’s walk felt great. The weather was beautiful and all those that attended were entered to win a free pair of On shoes 👟 This month we discussed the health benefits from Gardening. 👩🌾 🥦Gardening is an affordable way to add fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet. 🥕 ❤️Other health benefits: ✅builds muscle, burns calories, and improves strength, stamina, balance, and flexibility. ✅physical and mental health benefit of being out in nature ✅getting more vitamins and nutrients by eating more fresh vegetables in your diet. ✅reduces stress, improves mood, provides a sense of accomplishment ✅if you garden with others, you get the added benefits of social connections. Some added benefits: 🫑Gardening may reduce the risk of some common chronic diseases such as heart disease, dementia, and cancer🥕 🍅Boosts your immune system🌸 ☀️Good for the environment🪴 Here are some tips to best prepare for whatever you decide to grow this season: ✅Do some research on how to choose a location, prep your soil, plant your garden, and water amounts that will needed. 🌸 ✅Start small 🥒 ✅Check when the best time to plant and how long each plant needs to bear fruit🗓️ ✅Join a gardening club, invite friends and family, or even start your own community garden. 👭 Join us next month. You will still have an opportunity to enter into the shoe raffle. We will be meeting at the playground of the Lake County Fairgrounds at 9am on Saturday, June 8th. 🚶🏻♀️👟❤️ #walkwithadoc #directprimarycarephysician #gardeningforhealth envisiondirectprimarycare.com
We are delighted to report that our Schools Awards Scheme received many applications for grants towards garden projects from primary and junior schools across Surrey. After careful deliberation, we have awarded 35 grants along with 20 @squires_gc vouchers kindly donated once again to supplement the scheme. In total we have awarded £7,552 to support garden projects across the schools. Pictured is Merrow Church of England Infant School in Guildford which received an award in 2023 and the whole school community came together to prepare the new planting beds around their pavilion. We will be sharing more stories from the schools that have benefited in the coming weeks! #garden #gardenschool #schoolgardens #schoolgardening #schoolgardensrock #schoolgardensmatter #sensorygarden #gardeningforhealth #gardening4health #gardensforgoodcauses #surreygardens #surreylife
As World Therapeutic Horticulture Day approaches on 18 May, we are loving seeing wonderful photos from those countries that are celebrating with us! These images are from a program in Ireland called Nature Club, which is about introducing preschool kids to nature and gardens. #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth
Fun Fact Friday 🌟 Did you know, gardening can help improve your cognitive function and memory? Studies have shown that engaging in activities like planting, watering, and tending to garden beds can stimulate the brain and promote mental acuity. Additionally, being surrounded by nature and greenery can have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels in seniors. So, not only does gardening provide physical exercise and a sense of accomplishment, but it also supports cognitive health and overall well-being in seniors. #gardeningforhealth #healthandwellness #senioractivities #seniorliving #seniorcommunities #seniorswhogarden
Fun Fact Friday 🌟 Did you know, gardening can help improve your cognitive function and memory? Studies have shown that engaging in activities like planting, watering, and tending to garden beds can stimulate the brain and promote mental acuity. Additionally, being surrounded by nature and greenery can have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels in seniors. So, not only does gardening provide physical exercise and a sense of accomplishment, but it also supports cognitive health and overall well-being in seniors. #gardeningforhealth #healthandwellness #senioractivities #seniorliving #seniorcommunities #seniorswhogarden
Fun Fact Friday 🌟 Did you know, gardening can help improve your cognitive function and memory? Studies have shown that engaging in activities like planting, watering, and tending to garden beds can stimulate the brain and promote mental acuity. Additionally, being surrounded by nature and greenery can have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels in seniors. So, not only does gardening provide physical exercise and a sense of accomplishment, but it also supports cognitive health and overall well-being in seniors. #gardeningforhealth #healthandwellness #senioractivities #seniorliving #seniorcommunities #seniorswhogarden
Fun Fact Friday 🌟 Did you know, gardening can help improve your cognitive function and memory? Studies have shown that engaging in activities like planting, watering, and tending to garden beds can stimulate the brain and promote mental acuity. Additionally, being surrounded by nature and greenery can have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels in seniors. So, not only does gardening provide physical exercise and a sense of accomplishment, but it also supports cognitive health and overall well-being in seniors. #gardeningforhealth #healthandwellness #senioractivities #seniorliving #seniorcommunities #seniorswhogarden
Fun Fact Friday 🌟 Did you know, gardening can help improve your cognitive function and memory? Studies have shown that engaging in activities like planting, watering, and tending to garden beds can stimulate the brain and promote mental acuity. Additionally, being surrounded by nature and greenery can have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels in seniors. So, not only does gardening provide physical exercise and a sense of accomplishment, but it also supports cognitive health and overall well-being in seniors. #gardeningforhealth #healthandwellness #senioractivities #seniorliving #seniorcommunities #seniorswhogarden
Fun Fact Friday 🌟 Did you know, gardening can help improve your cognitive function and memory? Studies have shown that engaging in activities like planting, watering, and tending to garden beds can stimulate the brain and promote mental acuity. Additionally, being surrounded by nature and greenery can have a calming effect, reducing stress and anxiety levels in seniors. So, not only does gardening provide physical exercise and a sense of accomplishment, but it also supports cognitive health and overall well-being in seniors. #gardeningforhealth #healthandwellness #senioractivities #seniorliving #seniorcommunities #seniorswhogarden
The garden is always very grateful for the efforts you decide to make to take care of it. This is the before and after of our little "rose garden", which is growing day by day. This is the last year we will allow weeds to grow, as I have made a commitment to take care of it every day and not neglect it in the months of January and February.
Gardening can be healing to your soul. #TheHealthandLifeStyleShow #gardeningforhealth #gardening #caringforplants
The Defence Gardens Scheme and The Eden Project were really delighted to host a visit yesterday of Sir Nick Pope to Vounder Farm - the horticultural therapy garden in the grounds of the Eden estate. The visit provided an opportunity to hear about Eden ‘s ambitious plans to roll out the invaluable benefits of Nature Connections across the UK, as well as their role as the National Wildflower centre of the UK. Lunch at the therapy garden with veterans gave DGS beneficiaries the chance to explain first-hand how valuable they find the programme - learning not only basic gardening skills, but also self-care for managing anxiety and depression, alongside learning green wood working and how to harvest and cook their home grown produce. An excellent day in the garden – enjoyed by all. #afcfta @cobseo @veteransfoundationuk #TransformationalNatureBasedPrescriptions @edinburghuniversity #NapierMilitaryResearchHub, @edenprojecttherapygarden @probonoecon @neighbourlylab #gardeningforhealth #wthd #worldtherapeutichorticultureday
Seniors who garden reap the benefits of fresh, organic produce right from their backyard. They can incorporate more fruits and vegetables from their garden into their diet, which supports their overall health and nutrition. #seniorsgardening #gardeningforhealth #TheHealthandLifeStyleShow
I giardini del benessere e Orticoltura Terapeutica . . . . . . . #horticulturaltherapy #orticolturaterapeutica #promotetherapeutichorticulture #hortitherapy #giardinidelbenessere #gardencare #gardenformentalheath #natureformentalhealth #wthd #therapeuticgardening #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #gardeningforhealth
On 16th May, in the lead up to World Therapeutic Horticulture Day, we are thrilled to have Georg presenting 'Social Landscaping - a win for everyone'. Georg will be discussing his experiences with Social Landscaping projects and what they do to the personal development of people involved. #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth Sign up! - https://trellisscotland.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=243
Go, team Crag! 🙌 Planting perennials at the front of the hub & at the side of the new gravel path way. Looks swanky, don't you think? #gardentherapy #communitygardening #cragroadcommunityhub #gardeningclub #gardeningforhealth #greentherapy #peopleandplants #volunteers #lookinggood #growingtogether #growbradford #plantsforpeople #livingwellbradford #livingwell #wishh
A agenda em comemoração ao Dia Mundial da Horticultura Terapêutica está pronta! Confiram as atividades disponíveis, e caso tenham interesse em participar, as atividades de segunda e quinta-feira na Horta Florescer serão abertas para a comunidade! Venham conhecer a Horticultura Terapêutica na prática! Obs: após as atividades serem realizadas, postarei um resumo de cada compartilhando os benefícios com mais detalhes. #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth #horticulturaterapeutica #terapiahorticola #bemestar #paratodasasidades
A good day and feeling okay so we went to the garden centre ‘for a look’… many ££s later, I came home with lots of lovely plants and a new colour scheme of oranges and blues for the front bed . Everything was checked by the plant inspector when I got home! An hours weeding, some planting and labels made. My hands are giving up now so time to rest. Tomorrow is another day ! . . #gardeningforhealth #sodoffcancer #orangegeum #bluedelphiniums💙 #weddingandclearing #dirtyhandshappyheart #gardeningishealing #sodoffcancer
Did You Know? 🌿 Gardening isn't just about beautifying your space—it's a great way to boost your mood and relieve stress. Consider the calming power of greenery as a thoughtful gift. Stay tuned for more insights on how specific plants can enhance mental well-being. #GardeningForHealth #MothersDayGifts
I know you will all understand when I say I had a wonderful time on holiday but I also missed my greenhouse. I didn't really get to sow any seeds before as the greenhouse was still being built so I have bought some plants from nurseries instead and this week I shall sow some quick crops etc... glad to be back home and in the garden 😍 #growyourownfood #growyourown #womenwhogarden #disablesgardening #disabledgardener #gardeningforhealth #mygardenismyhappyplace #mygardenismysanctuary
Great to have Government support for World Therapeutic Horticulture Day on 18 May! #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth
Pelo segundo ano consecutivo, estou representando o Brasil com as atividades em comemoração ao Dia Mundial da Horticultura Terapêutica. Confira os países no mapa! Caso conheça mais algum representante, deixe nos comentários. #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth #horticulturaterapeutica #terapiahorticola #bemestar
World Therapeutic Horticulture Day really is a global affair! Join in on 18th May! #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth
Der Countdown läuft... am.18.5. feiern wir den Welttag der Gartentherapie. Herzliche Einladung zur LAGA in Kirchheim. Dort finden zahlreiche Veranstaltungen zum Thema statt. Hier das Programm. Wir freuen uns auf euch! #WTHD #worldtherapeutichorticulturalday #GGuT_org #iggt #gardeningforhealth #landesgartenschaukirchheim2024 #promotetherapeutichorticulture
Surround yourself with people who want you to succeed ☺️🌿🌸😍 @sow_much_more Really looking forward to my debut garden show talk tomorrow at @tobygardenfest , especially now Becky is going to be on stage with me 🙌🏼🧑🏼🌾👩🏼🌾 You will find us in the Country Gardener Marquee at 10.45am. @tobybucklandgardens #lovenature #wellbeing #gardening #gardeninglife #gardeninglove #gardeningmakesmehappy #gardeningismytherapy #mentalhealthawareness #paralysed #gardening #for #gardeningformentalhealth #GardeningForHealth #growyourown #allotments #you #can #youcandoit #youcandoanything #garden #gardeninspiration #gardenlife #gardener #tobybuckland #tobybucklandgardenfestival #tobybucklandgardenfest #devon
🌷 Fun Fact Friday 🌷 Did you know that the act of gardening can boost your mental health and physical well-being? Studies have shown that spending time in the garden not only helps reduce stress and improve mood, but also provides a great form of moderate physical activity. In fact, regular gardening can improve hand strength, endurance, and dexterity. Plus, it's a fantastic way to get your daily dose of Vitamin D from sunlight. So, this spring, consider 'planting' the seeds of health with gardening! Whether it's flowers, vegetables, or herbs, watching your garden grow can bring a sense of accomplishment and peace. 🌻🥕🌿 #FunFactFriday #GardeningForHealth #SpringWellness #DiscoverHealth
O dia 18 de maio é o dia mundial da Horticultura Terapêutica! E você, já conhece os benefícios que esta terapia complementar pode lhe proporcionar? Acompanhem as nossas publicações, e participe das atividades que estaremos desenvolvendo. #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth #horticulturaterapeutica #terapiahorticola #bemestar
🌧Our last Social Therapeutic gardening session of spring was a damp and drizzly one, but definitely had it's moments of beauty. 🪻The group got lots more plants in the ground, potted up tomatoes ready for our Open Days and constructed frames for our climbing beans - thank you team and see you when we start back for the summer block! 🍅 🫖Come and see the garden on our Open Days!🌱 10am - 4pm on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th May.🪴 #greentherapy #socialprescribing #greensocialprescribing #socialprescribingday #socialandtherapeutichorticulture #gardeningforhealth #gardeningformentalhealth #therapeutichorticulture #horticulturaltherapy #socialandtherapeutichorticulture #therapeutichorticulture #therapeuticgardening #hortitherapy #Mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthrecovery #volunteeringbath #volunteerbath #volunteeringinbath #bathvolunteers #gardenvolunteers #gardenvolunteer #gardeningcharity #gardenmentalhealth #gardeningforhealthandwellbeing #walledgarden #walledgardens #newtonstloe #duchyofcornwall
Celebrating #NationalGardeningWeek by giving a big shoutout to @bluegreencymru ! With our grant support, they're hosting weekly wellbeing sessions in their community garden, nurturing not just plants but also mental health and community spirit #CommunityWellbeing #GardeningForHealth Ni yn dathlu #NationalGardeningWeek drwy roi bloedd mawr i Bluegreencymru! Gyda'n cymorth grant, maent yn cynnal sesiynau lles wythnosol yn eu gardd gymunedol, gan feithrin nid yn unig planhigion ond hefyd iechyd meddwl a lles
The 18th of May is World Therapeutic Horticulture Day is coming! What will you do to celebrate? #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth
Junte-se a nós para o dia 18 de Maio “Dia Mundial da Horticultura Terapêutica”, uma celebração global dos diversos benefícios para a saúde da horticultura terapêutica e conexão com a natureza, como seus impactos positivos para o meio ambiente. Existem muitos motivos para celebrar a horticultura terapêutica. Em primeiro lugar, mais de 30 anos de investigação demonstraram que esta é uma abordagem eficaz para ajudar as pessoas a lidar com uma vasta gama de condições de saúde física e mental, incluindo ansiedade, depressão e dores crônicas. Também pode ajudar as pessoas a melhorar as habilidades sociais, reduzir o estresse e a ansiedade, além de aumentar a autoestima. Em breve postarei a programação de atividades que estarei desenvolvendo durante a semana que precede o dia 18 de maio. #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #wthd #gardeningforhealth #celebratetherapeutichorticulture #promotetherapeutichorticulture #horticulturaterapeutica #terapiahorticola
Wednesday is my “Day off”. I spend the morning at church and the afternoon at my other special place The Stop And Grow At The Ridgeway. Last year I spent a lot of time there learning so much about gardening. It really is a a haven. It’s great to be back there again. Thanks to our Leader, @harrowcouncil Health Improvement Officer, Melinda Wright for all her hard work and for being such a special person. #gardening #gardeninglife #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #gardeningforhealth #gardeningforbeginners #publichealth #publichealthmatters
Garden Diaries : Sunshine in my garden. Getting up to see this amazing yellow lilie blooming in my garden just made my day. I call it the sunshine in my garden. #gardening #gardeningforhealth
🌿 Gardening is Good for You! 🌿 Here at Amisfield Walled Garden we are delighted to be celebrating World Therapeutic Horticulture Day, on Saturday 18th May at 11am. Join Louise, our Wellbeing & Outreach Worker, for a relaxed walk and gardening activity in our tranquil, wheelchair-accessible space. All are welcome and there is no charge but places are limited so please reserve your space by emailing: [email protected] #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #gardeningforhealth #communitygarden
Hi there! Sorry I haven't been around much but I'm looking to up the ante on this page. Would anyone be interested in watching me do Live Gardening? 😄 #ladygardener #ukoutdoors #gardeningforhealth #gardenlove #greengym #greenfingers #greenthumb
Cultivating Calm: Gardening for Stress Relief? 🍅Are you aware of the therapeutic benefits of gardening? 🍅Gardening is about more than just beautifying our outdoor spaces or growing our food. 🍅It can be a stress management tool and promote overall well-being. 🍅Spending time in nature and gardening can reduce stress levels and promote a sense of calm and relaxation. 🍅Sinking your hands into the soil, nurturing plants, and watching them flourish can bring a sense of accomplishment. 🍅Whether you have a sprawling garden or just a few pots on your balcony or porch, gardening can offer a respite from your hectic routine and help you disconnect. 🍅Are you in? Will you plant something this year? Will it be just one or two things or several? #RealWorldNutrition #GardeningForHealth #StressRelief #NationalGardeningMonth #StressAwarenessMonth #NatureTherapy #MindfulGardening #WellnessWednesday
This week is National Gardening Week 🌿🌻 Did you know that gardening is not only good for your plants, but also for your health? Spending time in the garden can have numerous benefits for both your physical and mental well-being. 🌱🌺 🌱 Gardening is a great way to get some exercise and fresh air. Whether you're digging, planting, or weeding, you're engaging in physical activity that can help improve your strength, flexibility, and stamina. Plus, being outside in nature has been shown to reduce stress and improve mood. 🌿🌼 🌿 So next time you're feeling overwhelmed or just need a break, consider spending some time in the garden. Not only will you be helping your plants thrive, but you'll also be nurturing your own health and well-being. 🌻🌿 #GardeningForHealth #PlantTherapy #GreenTherapy #WellnessFromTheGarden 🌿🌺
Did you know that microbes within soil & compost release natural antidepressant qualities? These microscopic friends, particularly Mycobacterium vaccae, release substances that may stimulate serotonin production—a key hormone that stabilizes our mood, happiness, and feelings of well-being. Next time you're feeling down, try getting your hands dirty in the garden. Gardening not only connects you with nature but also exposes you to these beneficial microbes, potentially boosting your mood naturally. Let's dig deep not only into the earth but also into the potential of nature's own mood enhancers! #GardeningForHealth #SoilHealth #MentalWellness #NatureHeals
Excited to share that our charity @FamilyFoundation is teaming up with UK National Gardening! 🌻🍃 Explore your green thumb while also ensuring safety with our first aid training and health and safety guidelines. Together, let's create a beautiful, safe, and thriving gardening community! 💚 #GardeningForHealth #FirstAidTraining #SafetyInTheGardene
📢Announcing my annual Open Garden Day!📢 Save the date for my annual Open Garden Day! Set your calendars for 14th June. This annual event is dedicated to supporting charity. Come and enjoy a delightful day exploring the gardens here at Handpost, engage in conversations with fellow gardening enthusiasts, and contribute to a worthy cause. It's an event you won't want to miss! Pre-booking is essential as tickets will not be available to purchase on the day. Head over to the links in my bio to purchase yours today. I look forward to welcoming you to my garden!
🌷 5 days to go and we're prepping the garden and cleaning our tools ready to open our community gardening group. Nature awaits, and so do we! 🌷 Hargrave Community Garden, Hargrave Road, N19 5SP [email protected] #archwaygreenfingers #hargravecommunitygarden #gardenclub #archwayn19 #CommunityGardening #UrbanGardening #GardenCommunity #GreenThumb #GardenTogether #GardeningForHealth
The best way to learn is to jump in! Trying to grow lots of new veggies this year. I can't pick what I'm most excited for. I'm a little behind on planting but I was last year as well and still had a successful first year. These are all the new veggies I'm trying to grow: 🫛 Peas 🧅 Onions - white and red 🌱 Cauliflower 🌱 Kohlrabi and of course.. 🌱 BEETS - red, golden and chioggia I also have: 🥬 Cabbage - green and purple 🥦 Broccoli 🥕 Carrots - variety and regular What have you already planted and what are you most excited for? Tell me 👇 #peas #onions #cauliflower #kohlrabi #beets #cabbage #broccoli #carrots #trueleafmarket #trueleafmarketseeds #zone6bgardening #zone6b #kentuckygarden #gardentasks #gardeninglife #gardeningforhealth #sustainability #homesteadinglife #homegrownvegetables #homegrown #beginninggardener #canning #foodpreservation
Am 18.5.24 jährt sich der Welttag der Gartentherapie zum zweiten Mal. Feiert den "World Therapeutic Horticulture Day" auf Schloss Dennenlohe, Unterschwaningen. Der Tag widmet sich der Hervorhebung der zahlreichen therapeutischen Vorteile des Gartenbaus und der Gartenarbeit, wie z. B. der Verbesserung der geistigen und körperlichen Gesundheit sowie der positiven Auswirkungen, die sie auf die Umwelt haben können. Termin: 18.5.24, 10:00 - 17:00 Uhr Kontakt: Schlossverwaltung Dennenlohe [email protected], www.dennenlohe.de #WTHD #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #gardeningforhealth #horticulturaltherapy #gartentherapie #schlossdennenlohe
🌟🌱🫶 Det är härliga projekt på gång tillsammans med Bodens Kommun i slutet på maj. Jag har nämligen fått förmånen att bli en av deras föreläsare under Hållbarhetsveckan och planering pågår för fullt. Jag är så tacksam att jag får denna möjlighet! Det blir en kvällsföreläsning på en av Bodens vackraste och mest anrika konferensanläggningar och givetvis tar jag med mig ett helt gäng av hemmaodlade ekologiska plantor till försäljning 🌱 Jag kommer också ge en digital lunchföreläsning till alla anställda i kommunen, hur bra! 🫶 Teman som berörs blir att odla ur ett hållbarhetsperspektiv, tillsammans med barn för en tryggare framtid med blicken på en alltmer krisande värld. Det blir utblickar och mina tankar både ur globala men såklart också lokala och individuella perspektiv. Alltid med hopp och lösningar på första plats. En kväll fylld av odlingsglädje, tips och råd! Det bästa? Föreläsningen är helt kostnadsfri för dig! 🙌 Mer info och länk för anmälan kommer när planerna börjar landa lite mer. #närhetslivboden #boden #sävast #odlaförframtiden #odlaförplaneten #gardeningforhealth #hållbarodling #föreläsning #hållbarhetsveckanboden
Today we were a smaller group enjoying the sunshine and pricking out tomatoes, basil and potting on our courgettes. We enjoyed a walk round the site to try plant verbena in the front bed but were thwarted by the gate being locked, however the fruit tree blossoms were beautiful to see. Coffee cake and a good chat was enjoyed, and I’m pleased I have a big enough boot for all the seedlings!!! #greentherapy #socialprescribing #greensocialprescribing #socialprescribingday #socialandtherapeutichorticulture #gardeningforhealth #gardeningformentalhealth #therapeutichorticulture #horticulturaltherapy #socialandtherapeutichorticulture #therapeutichorticulture #therapeuticgardening #hortitherapy #Mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthrecovery #volunteeringbath #volunteerbath #volunteeringinbath #bathvolunteers #gardenvolunteers #gardenvolunteer #gardeningcharity #gardenmentalhealth #gardeningforhealthandwellbeing
Mint and Lemon balm are remedies for ingestion. Mint has uplifting qualities too and works on brain function. Lemon balm has calming effects and good at reducing anxiety and worry and helps promote better sleep 👍 At certain times of the month I experience horrible indegestion and often before bed. So I always have Mint and Lemon balm to hand, growing together in a pot 🍃 They are from the same plant family Lamiaceae, and can be grown together in similar conditions, full to part sun. Although some afternoon shade is preferred for both plants. Keep well watered too, don't allow to dry out 🌞 To make a fresh Mint and Lemon balm tea, pick 2 to 3 leaves of each plant and steep in hot water. I keep my leaves in the cup to allow for the flavour to strengthen 🌿 Simple and tasty and great anytime 🤗 #herbalmedicine #tea #health #womenshealth #gardening #herbs #herbalremedies #gardeningforhealth #stopspendingstartgrowing #growingwithconfidence #womeningardening #bristolianwomen #PMD #PMDD #PremenstrualDysphoricDisorder #HormoneSensitivity #PME #PremenstrualExacerbation #PMDAwareness #PMDDAwareness #PMDDpeeps @iapmdgloba
On a beautiful spring afternoon, our Wednesday group visited a lovely garden in Priston. Our host, in his nineties, was keen for our help, pruning the apple trees and tidying his secluded courtyard garden. One team enjoyed working on the apple trees with telescopic pole pruners, carefully trimming the top new growth that wouldn't be producing any apples this year. In the meantime, another team tidied and weeded the courtyard garden and a third team worked inside a fruit cage, weeding and pruning gooseberry and raspberry bushes. During our break time, we relaxed together with our host, for coffee, cake and some delicious home made bread pudding he had kindly baked for us. Afterwards, we finished the apple trees, cut back some hardy fuchsias, weeded the steps up to the fruit cage and cleared a vegetable bed; completing the job by planting some tiny leeks in time for the the growing season. Our host was really pleased with all we had done. I couldn't think of a better place to be on such a lovely afternoon. #greentherapy #socialprescribing #greensocialprescribing #socialprescribingday #socialandtherapeutichorticulture #gardeningforhealth #gardeningformentalhealth #therapeutichorticulture #horticulturaltherapy #socialandtherapeutichorticulture #therapeutichorticulture #therapeuticgardening #hortitherapy #Mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthrecovery #volunteeringbath #volunteerbath #volunteeringinbath #bathvolunteers #gardenvolunteers #gardenvolunteer #gardeningcharity #gardenmentalhealth #gardeningforhealthandwellbeing
Lovely the wheel of the year is turning and we are planting again , even though it is still a little chilly. Broad beans and mange tout. #mentalhealth #gardeningforhealth #letsgetgrowing #minsteracres
Some bits from the garden. #scottishgardening #scottishgardens #scottishgarden #gardening #garden #growyourown #scottishgardeners #grownfromseed #scottishgardener #scotlandgrows #gardeninspo #scotland #gardenerslife #gardendesign #flower #gardeninglove #horticulture #gardenphoto #scotlandisnow #gardeninginscotland #growyourownfood #instagardener #fairlienicegarden #gardenstudio #autumncolour #plants #designs #gardensoftheworld #gardeningforhealth #beechgrove
Acer season begins! #scottishgardening #scottishgardens #scottishgarden #gardening #garden #growyourown #scottishgardeners #grownfromseed #scottishgardener #scotlandgrows #gardeninspo #scotland #gardenerslife #gardendesign #flower #gardeninglove #horticulture #gardenphoto #scotlandisnow #gardeninginscotland #growyourownfood #instagardener #fairlienicegarden #gardenstudio #autumncolour #plants #designs #gardensoftheworld #gardeningforhealth #beechgrove
If you’re reading this, likely you’ve already realized that gut health is a really big deal. What can you do to proactively maintain good gut health? Here are 10 habits to support a healthy gut: 1. Dietary diversity - a shift in diet can change the gut bacteria in a matter of days, and a diverse diet helps to establish desirable diversity in the microbiome - aim for 30+ kinds of plants each day (this includes herbs and spices) 2. Prebiotics - prebiotic fibers provide food for the beneficial bacteria in the gut - foods like onion, garlic, asparagus, sunchokes etc. 3. Resistant starch - this specific type of prebiotic fiber supports short chain fatty acids like butyrate. Get it in green bananas, plantains, cooked and cooled rice, legumes etc 4. Probiotics - fermented probiotic foods with live active cultures like kimchi and sauerkraut can also help increase the beneficial bacteria in the gut. 5. Exercise - shown to alter the diversity and capacity of your gut microbiota (independent of diet!) 6. Gardening - direct contact with dirt, soil, compost, etc. is a wonderfully effective and cheap way to diversify your gut microbiome 7. Pet ownership - early life exposure to household pets may lessen the impact of allergic disease in children 8. Intermittent fasting - hypothesized to influence metabolism via effects on the gut microbiome, in part. I go with a simple overnight fast from 7pm-9am. 9.Drink tea! - the polyphenols in tea can be great for the microbiome (make sure it’s toxin free!) 10. Eat the rainbow - antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E can fight free radicals and may support gut-liver function. If you find that some of the foods that are supposed to be good for your gut actually make your symptoms worse - this can be a sign of underlying gut issues, like Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth aka #SIBO, which often goes hand-in-hand with histamine intolerance, inflammation and other issues.
🌱🌼 Spring into health with our latest blog post: "April Showers Bring May Flowers: The Benefits of Gardening for Your Health" 🌿💪 Dive into how gardening isn’t just a hobby, but a source of exercise, stress relief, and nutritious eating. Whether you have a sprawling garden or a few small pots, discover how getting your hands dirty can lead to a healthier, happier you. 🥕🌻 #GardeningForHealth #SpringGardening #HealthyLiving #supplementhub [Link to blog in bio]
"Garden Therapy: Grow Your Wellness 🌸🌱" Gardening offers a unique blend of physical activity, relaxation, and the joy of nurturing life, making it a wonderful lifestyle medicine for MS warriors. Engaging with nature can boost your mood, provide gentle exercise, and even supply fresh, nutritious produce for your table. #GardeningForHealth #MSLifestyle #NatureHealing #GrowYourFood #TherapeuticGardening #WellnessJourney
Huge thanks to @squires_gc for donating gardening equipment and seeds and continuing to support our young people here at @changeofsceneuk 😃🌱 #gardening #childrengrowing #garden #gardeningforhealth #seeds #herbs #spring #growingwithchildren
Interesting podcast by Dr Michael Mosley on the benefits of gardening on health, fitness, the brain, mood & gut microbiome... read more on thedirt.news #DrMichaelMosley #GardeningforHealth #BBCRadio4podcast #JustOneThing @michaelmosley_official #BowelResearchUKMicrobiomeGarden @sidhillecogardens @chrishullgardens #RHSChelsea
Heute haben wir so richtig typisches Aprilwetter. Schnee und Regen wechseln sich ab. Macht uns aber nix. Wir haben ein neues Kuchenrezept ausprobiert und lassen euch daran teilhaben. Schmeckt nämlich super lecker und ist einfach nachzumachen. Sandkuchen mit Tonkabohne 250 gr. Butter 1 Messerspitze Tonkabohne, fein gerieben 1 Päckchen Vanillezucker 4 Eier 250 gr. Zucker 190 gr. Speisestärke 100 gr. Buchweizenvollkornmehl 1,5 Teel. Backpulver Butter oder Margarine für die Kuchenform, Mehl zum Ausstäuben, Puderzucker zum Bestäuben Zerlasst die Butter bei sehr niedriger Temperatur im Topf. Gebt die Prise Tonkabohne und Vanillezucker dazu. Schlagt die Eier schaumig und fügt langsam den Zucker hinzu. Rührt die zerlassene Butter dazu. Mischt Mehl, Stärke und das Backpulver und siebt es über die Eier/Butter Masse und rührt es gut unter. Fettet die Gugelhupf-Form gut ein und stäubt sie mit Mehl aus. Füllt den Teig hinein und lasst den Kuchen bei 170 Grad im vorgeheizten Backofen (Umluft) 45 Minuten backen. Vorsichtig aus der Form stürzen und nach dem Erkalten mit Puderzucker bestäuben. Ein paar Früchte passen super dazu. Und natürlich Schlagsahne. Guten Appetit und einen schönen Sonntag! Zur Info: Die Tonkabohne ist der Samen einer Frucht, die der Mango ähnelt. Sie wächst an einem bis zu 30 m hohen Baum (Dipteryx odorata). Dieser Baum hat seinen Ursprung im nördlichen Südamerika. Heute wird er auch in Nigeria kultiviert. #gartentherapie #Therapiegarten #tonkabohne #kuchen #Betreuung #altenhilfe #menschenmitdemenz #menschenmitbehinderung #horticulturaltherapy #gardeningforhealth
Policymakers urged to provide sustained funding for therapeutic horticulture initiatives ... read more on thedirt.news #GardeningforHealth #HTA #therapeuticgardening @hta_news_
Engaging in gardening activities is not only an enjoyable pastime but also an effective method to improve your overall strength. All the bending, squatting, and lifting involved in gardening can work wonders on different muscle groups throughout your body. By consistently participating in gardening tasks, you can help strengthen your core, legs, arms, and back muscles. This physical activity not only enhances muscle strength but also promotes flexibility and endurance, contributing to a healthier body overall. So, next time you're in the garden, remember that you're not only cultivating plants but also cultivating a stronger, fitter version of yourself. #Massachusetts #massachusetts #wellnessjourney #gardeningforhealth #gardening
Simple gardening is the way to go. This is the second year of the edible flower bed. These are all self-seeded. I planted the seeds last spring. We enjoyed flowers and greens all summer. The bees were happy too. In the winter, covered the bed with hoops/farming plastic and we were able to eat fresh arugula in the middle of the winter. This gorgeous tiny flower is arugula. Arugula is easy to grow. It can grow in a container if your space is limited. Freshly picked arugula tastes so different than store bought. And these gorgeous tiny flowers are going to show up in the loom. 💟🧶🌿 • #gardenaslivingsculpture #sustainableartpractice #environmentalsteward #earthdayiseveryday #seeds #edibleflowers #arugula #movement #gardeningforcreativity #gardeningforhealth #gardeningforsustainability #seasons #spring #handmade #weaving #seedlibrary #rigidheddleloom #telar #tejido #flowers #pollinators
Early harvest... Of salad leaves, plus courgettes well on their way 🤸♀️😁😋 #grow your own #growyourownfood #growyourownveggies #spadesnotships #lettuce #rocket #courgettes #harvest #gardening #gardeningforhealth #greenhouse #greenhousebounty
Ability Farm 🌱 Centro Accoglienza Disabili San Giuliano Piemonte E dopo il lavoro in orto tra profumi, apprendimento, collaborazione, bellezza si gioca e si suona 😍 . . . . . . #communitygarden #orticolturaterapeutica #growbeautifully #horticulturaltherapy #promotetherapeutichorticulture #skateboard #gardenstyle #gardencare #love #gardeningformentalhealth #abilitynotdisability #gardeningforhealth #sangiulianopiemonte
Stay Active, Grow Stronger! Who says getting older means slowing down? With spring finally here, did you know that gardening can be a fantastic way to keep moving and enjoy the outdoors as we get older? Here's why gardening is a great activity for seniors: 1. Gentle Exercise: Gardening tasks like planting, watering, and weeding provide gentle exercise that keeps joints flexible and muscles strong. 2. Mental Stimulation: Planning and caring for a garden stimulate the mind, improving cognitive function and memory. 3. Stress Relief: Spending time in nature and tending to plants can reduce stress and promote relaxation. 4. Social Connection: Gardening can be a social activity, whether it's with family members, friends, or neighbors, fostering a sense of community. No matter your age, gardening offers numerous physical, mental, and social benefits. Let's dig in and grow healthier together! #ActiveAging #GardeningForHealth #StayStrong #HomeCare
Felicissima 💓 🌷Sabato 11 Maggio, 9.30- 16, Offagna🌷 . . . . . . #orticolturaterapeutica #promotetherapeutichorticulture #horticulturetherapy #horticulturaltherapist #gardencare #gardentherapy #natureformentalhealth #marche #naturelover #gardeningforhealth #gardening #love #formazione #giardinodelbenessere #wthd #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #gardeningforhealth
Transplanted these Holy Basil.pmants today, they are a zone 10 so will be bring them in when it's winter, look forward to seeing how they do. They have amazing medicinal benefits too. #GardeningForHealth #greenhousegardening #plants
🌱 Discover the healing power of gardening! 🌿🌻 Not only does gardening bring beauty to your surroundings, but it also nurtures your mind, body, and soul. 🌼 Digging in the soil, planting seeds, and nurturing plants can reduce stress, boost mood, and promote relaxation. 🌺 Plus, harvesting your own fresh fruits and veggies provides nutritious, homegrown goodness straight from your garden to your plate! 🍅🥕 Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a small balcony, everyone can benefit from connecting with nature through gardening. 🌿🌟 Start your own garden today and cultivate health and happiness with every seed you plant! 🌱💚 #GardeningForHealth #GrowYourOwn #NatureHeals
La Felicità nel ritrovarsi 💚 su @liber_rivista Ability Farm, Daniele, Vincenzo, Fabrizio, Andrea Orticoltura Terapeutica Centro Accoglienza Disabili AIAS San Giuliano Piemonte @fondazionesocial @_skatefarm_ . . . . . . #promotetherapeutichorticulture #gardentherapy #horticulturaltherapist #orticolturaterapeutica #gardencare #natureformentalhealth #naturetherapy #communutygarden #bookandplants #natureconnections #ortoterapia #gardeningforhealth #wthd #gardeningforhealth #worldtherapeutichorticultureday
Siamo un arcobaleno fatto di infinite bellissime sfumature. Progetto "Mi Semino Il Futuro" , la Lombardia è dei giovani. @controcoltura Imparare ad osservare a fondo, a confrontarsi, a mediare, a mettersi in ascolto dell' altro, ad accettare che ognuno può vedere le cose, i colori, in modo diverso... Giovani e adolescenti in dialogo, prendono decisioni, creano bellezza insieme 🌈 Libro Chromatic Herbarium, Corraini edizioni . . . . . . #orticolturaterapeutica #gardentherapy #gardencare #socialgarden #communitygarden #creativity #nature #promotetherapeutichorticulture #colours #natureformentalhealth #natureconnections #love #horticulturetherapy #gardeningforhealth #chromaticherbarium #horticulturaltherapist
Come un albero Giardino Profumo Orticoltura Terapeutica Indoor Centro Diurno Disabili Stradella "Tu non sai: ci sono betulle che di notte levano le loro radici e tu non crederesti mai che di notte gli alberi camminano o diventano sogni. Pensa che in un albero c’è un violino d’amore. Pensa che un albero canta e ride. Pensa che un albero sta in un crepaccio e poi diventa vita" A.Merini . . . . . #orticolturaterapeutica #naturetheapy #promotetherapeutichorticulture #ecotherapy #wthd #ortoterapia #gardencare #gardenformentalhealth #gardentherapy #greenlife #horticulturetherapy #indoorthorticulturetherapy #indorgarden #natureformentalhealth #worldtherapeutichorticultureday #gardeningforhealth