Climate Change and Human Health

The connection between the changing climate and negative health impacts is undeniable. Everyone on the planet will be affected either directly or indirectly. The visuals below will explain what to expect in regards to your health and changes in the climate. However, there are steps we can take in our daily lives that will not only positively affect our health, but result in a positive affect on the environment.

Gardening for your health and the planet

Gardening is one of the biggest ways to impact your health and the environment in a positive way.

Gardening can be a huge boost for both of these things. Planting a vegetable garden, using native landscaping, or simply planting a few trees can have a huge impact. Gardening can address the three problems listed in the infographic above.

Food -

Growing your own food will provide your family with healthy options, as well as cut down on the cost of groceries. Even non-edible plants are beneficial because they are utilized by pollinators to help other plants grow.

Air -

Trees and plants contribute to helping reduce pollution, purifying the air we breath, preventing some natural disasters, and contributing to soil health. Gardening also helps reduce waste, which helps reduce greenhouse gases that are released into the atmosphere. 

Water - 

Different native plant groupings can be arranged to deal with runoff or water areas that are flood-prone. Using rain barrels in your garden is another great way to help the planet and save you money. I have two rain barrels. I don't have them hooked up to downspouts, but they collect rain water and are attached to drip hoses to water the garden.