Isn't stress too costly...?

Human and nature are inseparable things, these two belongs to single ecosystem. As the population density goes up in urban areas, have you ever thought what you have sacrificed for your convenient life style? A silent disaster has begun with contaminated air we breathe every day.  

Plants being the lungs of a city it contribute to the health & well-being of individuals in many ways. Do you know plants have the super power to remove your stress and anxiety simply by seeing them around? And what if you can consume them too.

It’s said that Nearly 80% of all people regularly experience psychological & physical symptoms caused by stress and anxiety. According to Bloomberg, 2013 Sri Lanka has been ranked 27^th place in the most stressed countries list.

Do you know stress and anxiety is not free. Stress and anxiety impact overall health & natural behaviors. It costs efficiency, productivity apart from the cost for the individual’s health

Right selection of house plants removes up to 87% of air toxins in 24 hours. Plants emit O₂ in the day time and certain plants complementary emit O₂ in the night time as well. It has been discovered that increase in level of Oxygen boost overall mood and thereby reduce stress and anxiety. Also certain indoor house plants release mood boosting compounds in to the air. Do you know certain beneficial microbes in the soil emit compounds that boost mood and lower stress and anxiety level.

Do you know why there’s a big buzz about growing western herbs? It’s not just a trend but adding healthy ingredients in your plate. Do you think there are too many things in your head makes you stress and getting anxiety?

Here are some good stuff to fix your mood.

Rosemary-Improve memory function reduce stress and anxiety

Mint- Sniffing itself can lower frustration and boost alertness due to the property; stress relieving fragrant

Lavender- Used medicinally for centuries to aid depression and anxiety which carries the ability to reduce pulse rate in stressful situation 

Basil- Contain an organic compound; linalool which is commonly used in aromatherapy to bring down stress.

These are only a fraction of benefits. If you have tried them in your dish it’s pretty sure you would not miss it next having known these facts and flavours. 

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