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Your brain on plants: why gardens are good for you

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Videographer Claire Hannah Collins looks into the science behind how plants can reduce anxiety.

While stuck at home during this pandemic, we’ve found plants and gardening to be an unexpected source of relief. What exactly is going on in our brains when we spend time in the company of plants? We look into the science behind how plants can reduce stress and anxiety and help us feel connected to the outside world.

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