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People Who Live in Greener Areas Smoke and Drink Less

Researchers at the University of Exeter, collaborating with international partners, discovered that individuals residing in areas with more greenery tend to smoke and consume alcohol less often.
The research attributes lower smoking and daily drinking rates to exposure to residential green spaces and intentional weekly visits to natural environments.
Research published in Health & Place reveals that individuals residing in areas with the most abundant green spaces have a 13 percent lower chance of smoking and are 31 percent less prone to consume alcohol daily compared to those living in less vegetated neighborhoods.
Co-Author Dr. Mat White explained that the lower rates of smoking and drinking among those who spend time in natural environments are unlikely to be accidental, as exposure to nature appears to reduce cravings by promoting a state of calmness.
The findings suggest nature-based public health interventions could reduce risky behaviors like smoking and alcohol abuse, benefiting all socio-economic groups equally.

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