The Ripple Effect: How Blue Spaces Can Improve Your Mind and Body

The soothing effects of nature are well-known and supported by a wealth of research. Interestingly, the benefits of being in a blue space parallel those of immersing oneself in lush green landscapes like forests or mountains. A fascinating coincidence becomes apparent when we dive into the depths of this life-sustaining elixir: the percentage of water content in the human body closely mirrors that of our planet's. Astonishingly, up to 60% of the human adult body is water, nearly echoing the Earth's own watery composition, which is about 70%. However, our present fondness for nature seems to have become considerably fragile. This reduction in human-nature interaction has been associated with an escalating incidence of mental health disorders.

Therefore, it becomes crucial to emphasize the significance of actively engaging with the natural environment. Simple actions like gazing at natural landscapes have been linked to rapid positive psychological and physiological changes, affecting blood flow, blood pressure, and brain activity. In a comprehensive research review conducted in 2020, the therapeutic utilization of these places has demonstrated the potential to enhance mental health and psychosocial balance. Blue spaces offer numerous benefits, and it is equally crucial that we dedicate substantial efforts to their safeguarding. Raising and slaughtering animal-people for food, both on land and in the sea, stands out as a prominent cause of ocean degradation, including the creation of oxygen-deprived dead zones. Let us cherish and safeguard these sanctuaries by adopting a vegan way of life.