Evidence
Every block below is graded and traces back to the studies behind it.
6 blocks
Reset filtersAEnvironmental Wellness · concept
Green Space and Physical Health
Living near green space is associated with lower mortality and lower cardiometabolic risk, consistently and dose-responsively.
Understand green space as a health-relevant feature of where you liveRead greenness findings as association rather than cause
beta · evidence developing
AEnvironmental Wellness · concept
Natural Light, Mood, and the Body Clock
Getting enough natural daylight is linked to better mood and circadian regulation; too little is associated with higher depression risk.
improve_moodsupport_sleepregulate_circadian_rhythm
beta · evidence developing
BEnvironmental Wellness · concept
Green and Blue Space and Health
Living near and using parks, greenery, and water (blue space) is linked to better mental and physical health outcomes.
reduce_stressimprove_moodsupport_physical_health
beta · evidence developing
BEnvironmental Wellness · concept
Noise, Natural Sound, and Stress
Chronic noise is a stressor, while natural sounds are associated with lower stress and physiological arousal.
reduce_stressimprove_focussupport_relaxation
beta · evidence developing
BEnvironmental Wellness · concept
Walkability and the Places We Live
Neighbourhoods that make walking easy are associated with lower cardiometabolic risk, mostly through how much people move.
Recognize environment as a driver of activityChoose defaults that make movement convenient
beta · evidence developing
BEnvironmental Wellness · concept
Why Contact with Nature Supports Wellbeing
Spending time in natural environments is associated with lower stress, better mood, and improved attention versus built settings.
reduce_stressimprove_moodrestore_attention
beta · evidence developing