Get out and enjoy the outdoors day. Even a walk in the rain or exploring on a cold winter day can improve you health and attitude toward life.

Frances Ming Kuo, author of an overview of the research on the relationship between nature and human health says that green environments cut the time for recovery from surgery, improves the way the immune systems works and helps diabetics achieve healthy glucose levels.

Check out the Web Site of the National Recreation and Park Association for more information on the importance of continual interaction with nature:

http://www.americasbackyard.org/Park-Benefits/