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Spring Gardening Boosts Health: Burn Calories and Improve Mood

4/9/2026

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Gardening during the spring growing season provides health benefits beyond food production.
The activity improves physical health, cognitive abilities, and weight management.
30-45 minutes of gardening can burn up to 300 calories.
Gardening supports mental health by reducing cortisol levels linked to dementia and by alleviating depression and boosting mood and self-esteem.
Even short periods in nature, as little as 10-20 minutes, can positively impact mental well-being.

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Story summary

Gardening during the spring growing season provides health benefits beyond food production.
The activity improves physical health, cognitive abilities, and weight management.
30-45 minutes of gardening can burn up to 300 calories.
Gardening supports mental health by reducing cortisol levels linked to dementia and by alleviating depression and boosting mood and self-esteem.
Even short periods in nature, as little as 10-20 minutes, can positively impact mental well-being.