I love gardening because I have discovered that this activity contributes many health benefits. The most obvious benefit is that gardening is good exercise for me. Also, the food I grow is healthier than any produce in the supermarket. I know exactly what chemicals I use to grow my produce and I can consume fresh vegetable which are not contaminated with dangerous substances such as insecticides. Another benefit is that gardening is good for my spirit. While tending the garden, I feel relaxed, forgetting the hustle and bustle of everyday life. My mind is free to enjoy the colors, textures and fragrances of my garden. All my day’s tensions are released. It is obvious that gardening benefits me both physically and psychologically.