Health Benefits of Trees
Spending time among trees can have physical and mental health benefits! Learn more about these benefits to enhance your well-being through a deeper connection with nature.
Family walks around Lake Marmo with Redbuds blooming around them (2013-05-16) by Michael HudsonThe Morton Arboretum
Mental health benefits
Spending time among trees helps reduce stress, blood pressure levels, and anxiety. Try inviting friends or family to go on a walk outside with you.
Cognitive improvements for children
After spending time among trees, children have shown improved test scores and reduced ADHD symptoms. Allow children access to safe spaces in nature and consider the outdoors as a living laboratory.
Adult Education, Nature Art, Pastels Class (2016) by The Morton ArboretumThe Morton Arboretum
Cognitive benefits for adults
Spending time in nature can sharpen your focus, boost memory, and improve concentration. Try a nature art class to improve your focus while sharpening your observation skills.
Window to well-being
Even just looking at trees, whether in person or a photo, can lower blood pressure, reduce stress, and ease muscle tension. Take a moment throughout your day to look outside your window or at a nature photo and allow yourself to relax and re-center.
Tree Yoga in the Oak Collection (2017-06-14) by Dulcey LimaThe Morton Arboretum
Get outside, get healthy
Spending time among trees and nature inspires us to move, leading to better heart health and lower obesity rates. Dress for the weather and you can enjoy outdoor activities year-round!
Path lit with inspiring phrases at Illumination (2019-11-13) by Michael HudsonThe Morton Arboretum
Breathe easy, plant trees!
Trees act as natural air filters, removing pollutants and improving air quality. This cleaner air benefits our lungs and respiratory health. Support tree planting and conservation initiatives in your community.
Visitors and their dogs on the Conifer Walk (2019-02-01) by The Morton ArboretumThe Morton Arboretum
Boost your immune system
Trees release natural oils that can strengthen your immune system. Take a deep breath and enjoy the aroma of the forest. It's a natural way to enhance your health.
Bench in the Centennial Plaza (2022-09-16) by Marcello RodarteThe Morton Arboretum
Beat the heat with trees
Trees provide natural shade, lowering urban temperatures and creating comfortable outdoor spaces. Enjoy a refreshing break from the heat under the canopy of a tree!
Healing Power of Trees: Patients with views of trees have been shown to recover faster, need fewer painkillers, and report higher satisfaction. Some doctors even prescribe spending time in nature to their patients!
Arboretum employees planting a tree with school students (2016-05-09) by Katie DamatoThe Morton Arboretum
Planting trees, planting hope
Trees are more than just beautiful scenery; they are essential for healthy communities. By supporting tree planting and conservation, we create thriving environments that benefit everyone.
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