Clemson Extension Rural Health and Nutrition Blog

The Science of Connection: Why Relationships Matter for Your Health

Group of adults walking together in a park.

Walking with others is a simple way to stay active while also building meaningful social connections. Photo Credit: RHN Team Picture Bank Human beings are social creatures. Our brains are wired to seek connection not only for enjoyment but also as a means of survival. Research suggests that social connection, which refers to how people […]

How Caring for Plants Can Improve Your Well-Being

A toddler holding a bucket of flowers in the sun.

Gardening and caring for plants is much more than a hobby. While there are many well-known health benefits of having plants in and around your home, including the physical activity involved in gardening and nutritional value of consuming produce harvested from the garden, there are many other ways tending to plants can support our overall […]