Water can improve mental health, know what is this Blue Mind Theory and its benefits

Just watching the waves of a river or sea gives a feeling of peace. Experts also believe that listening to the sound of waves or even splashing water on the face also gives a feeling of mindfulness and relaxation. Water is a powerful tool not only for peace of mind but also for mental health. The term Blue Mind is used for the peace that comes from water. Let's know about it in detail-

Feeling of happiness increases
Works as an antidote for restlessness
Stress and anxiety levels decrease
Heart rate decreases
Can help in curing or managing PTSD

Confidence to interact with people increases

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This is how you can experience Blue Mind

Swimming: Swimming has the same effect as yoga, because in this too deep breathing, light movement and stretching take the person to a meditative state.

By bathing: Being immersed in water controls the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system. In case of any kind of danger or fear, this system becomes active and anxiety is felt, in such a situation water tries to calm it down.

Get a fish tank or visit an aquarium: Sixteen studies conducted in the UK on aquariums and psychological health revealed that looking at an aquarium for 10 minutes reduces blood pressure and heart rate.

When you drink a glass of water

Sometimes even mild dehydration prevents the body from functioning properly. This causes anxiety and fatigue, while your concentration also decreases. Since water is an important element of our body, it is very important to stay hydrated. Water is also important for a number of other things, including:

Saliva is essential for digestion, which is made of water