From obesity to allergies, outdoor play is the best medicine for children

The Conversation – Mariana Brussoni

What if there was a simple, inexpensive and fun way to address some of the major challenges facing humanity today. What if it could help improve children’s health, development and well-being? Imagine a solution that could stem the current epidemics of obesity, anxiety and depression affecting children and youth today. Imagine that this solution could also promote brain health, creativity and academic achievement and prepare our children for the rapidly-changing work force.

https://theconversation.com/from-obesity-to-allergies-outdoor-play-is-the-best-medicine-for-children-118031