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Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, <br />fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. Exposure to <br />nature not only makes you feel better emotionally, it contributes <br />to your physical wellbeing, reducing blood pressure, heart <br />rate, muscle tension, and the production of stress hormones. <br />Research done in hospitals, offices, and schools has found that <br />even a simple plant in a room can have a significant impact <br />on stress and anxiety. (Citation for UMN page https://www. <br />takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/how-does-nature-impact-our- <br />wellbeing) <br />I <br />Independent Living/Life Expectancy <br />Recreation services are a valuable asset as we age. Minnesota <br />has consistently been a national leader for various health <br />measures, including life expectancy. Today the average life <br />expectancy in Minnesota is 80.9 years, with Ramsey just about <br />on par with the average at 80.0 years (according to the 2019 <br />County Health Rankings). As much of Ramsey's population <br />transitions into their golden years, the Department wants to <br />ensure adequate resources to live happy and healthy lives. <br />2I CITY OF RAMSEY PARK SYSTEM PLAN <br />