Health
"Vitamin Sea" is more than just a hashtag! Science has shown that being near the ocean reduces stress and increases happiness.
Being in the ocean or the blue spaces of the ocean can have significant benefits for both our mind and body. Research shows that visiting the ocean reduces stress, encourages movement and even affects our ability to tolerate pain.
Natural environments near water are rated higher than forests for their ability to restore our mental health.
Watching ocean waves can trigger alpha waves in the brain, which are signs of relaxation and reduce mental fatigue.
Going to the ocean is associated with higher levels of physical activity such as walking or swimming for longer periods, which improves sleep quality.
Going to the ocean also supports social connection and creates a sense of “magnitude”, two factors that contribute to stress reduction and improved mood.
Spending time regularly near the ocean or other large bodies of water is not only relaxing, but also a way to strengthen the mind, strengthen the body and connect more deeply with yourself and others.