Sleep comes too late, waking up too early: In Germany, millions of people suffer from sleep disorders. An evil that can be remedied with some greenery in the bedroom. Scientists recommend some types of plants that promote better sleep. In the video we reveal how you take care of your plants when you are on vacation.
Scientists have now proven what many experts have known for a long time: indoor plants are good for your health.
Placed on the bedside table next to the bed, the decorative greenery can help reduce stress and nervousness.
By removing pollutants from the air, the quality of sleep in particular benefits, which leads to general well-being and improved health. Based on a NASA study, Elle Decor and “The Joy of Plants” discovered which houseplants fit best in the bedroom and what advantages they bring, according to the “Daily Mail”.
NASA uses them to purify the air: These plants should be in your bedroom
aloe vera: The South African wonder drug emerged as one of the best air purifiers in the NASA study. The exotic became known as the basis of many creams. In fact, she can do even more. It not only leads to permanent oxygen saturation in the air, but also reduces the pollutant load from benzene (especially in cleaning agents and plastic) and formaldehyde (in paint and floor coverings).
Also recommended is the Areca palm: Especially those who are already susceptible to colds can benefit from it. By increasing the humidity in the room, the Areca palm facilitates deeper breathing, making it easier to fall asleep. Another positive side effect is the increase in performance, which is promoted by inhaling the less polluted air.
ivy: It’s hard to imagine that the ivy, which climbs up the outer wall of the house and is even known to most as a beneficiary, would be the ideal houseplant for the bedroom. According to the study, thanks to ivy, up to 78% of the polluted air can be cleaned within twelve hours.
You don’t necessarily have to suffer from insomnia to benefit from the benefits of the decorative all-rounders.
Pollutants from the environment, especially in the home, can also lead to discomfort. The Benjamini emerged as the clear winner in the fight against the pollutants caused by carpets and furniture. It reduces the proportion of formaldehyde, benzene and trichlorethylene in the air.
The spider plant, for example, can clean up to 90% of polluted air in just two days. It should be particularly suitable for people who are allergic to dust.
The average city dweller spends up to 90% indoors, leaving few people exposed to the natural stress-relieving effects of plants. But by bringing the outdoors in, scientists suggest that natural stress reduction leads to workers becoming more productive and hospital patients becoming more tolerant of pain.
But the most important thing is the effect of air filtration. Polluted air kills thousands every year, while good air quality is associated with relaxation and health.
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