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Study: Visiting nature a few times a week has huge health benefits

Study: Visiting nature a few times a week has huge health benefits
Study: Visiting nature a few times a week has huge health benefits 00:25

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - You've probably heard it before.

Are you feeling down, stressed, or just not in a great place? Go for a walk in the park.

A new study shows that saying is backed by science.

The study showed visiting nature three-to-four times a week showed 36% lower odds of using blood pressure pills, 33% lower odds of using mental health medications, and 26% lower odds of using asthma medications.

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