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Boost Urban Biodiversity for Better Health and Immunity

11/1/2025

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Story summary

The human microbiome hosts vast microbial communities that play crucial roles in health.
Urbanization and reduced exposure to nature are linked to rising inflammatory disorders and autoimmune diseases, consistent with the biodiversity hypothesis.
Actions to boost urban biodiversity, such as tree planting, can improve health and ecosystem resilience, supported by a Finnish study showing gardening increases beneficial skin bacteria and immune responses.

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Story summary

The human microbiome hosts vast microbial communities that play crucial roles in health.
Urbanization and reduced exposure to nature are linked to rising inflammatory disorders and autoimmune diseases, consistent with the biodiversity hypothesis.
Actions to boost urban biodiversity, such as tree planting, can improve health and ecosystem resilience, supported by a Finnish study showing gardening increases beneficial skin bacteria and immune responses.