Did you know research suggests that people who live close to major, busy roads have a higher risk of dementia? Does this prompt you to have thoughts of clean, traffic-free, countryside living? If so, you are not alone!
According to David Newby, professor of cardiology at the University of Edinburgh, when it comes to air pollution, “living in the country is better for you.” Your risk of damage to the lungs and heart greatly reduces when you live away from busy roads because the fine particles and gases emitted by traffic are considerably decreased.
Daily commutes also affect a person’s stress level, more than one tends to realize. New studies continue to reveal that people commuting in rural and suburban areas feel less stressed than those who commute in the city. Not to mention, it’s a much more beautiful drive compared to the dirty, crowded highways you see in most larger cities. Check out what some real LCHP employees have to say about the importance of a peaceful commute:
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