House Plants Help your Health

I love my house plants but they are not in my environment just because they look good. They also help me stay healthy. Your surroundings have so much to do with your wellbeing. And different plants have different benefits besides beautifying your space. As a travel nurse it’s nice to spruce up your new place with a few simple plants. Travel nurses and professional healthcare travelers can have difficulty making your new home feel more like home and a few plants may help with that.

Aloe Vera is a common plant that can be used for so many things. I’m sure you have used aloe vera in products over the years. It is a common ingredient in sunburn relief and many skin products. It can be used to treat burns, psoriasis and cold sores and just to soothe irritated skin. Of course, there is no scientific evidence to back up these claims, but aloe vera has been used for centuries by a variety of cultures with great success.

Peace Lilies are one of my favorites to keep in my office. A Peace Lily can filter the air in your room and they are so easy to keep alive. They don’t need a lot of light and can flourish indoors without a lot of attention yet be hard at work cleaning your air. They also help absorb the air pollutants like ammonia, benzene, and other impurities in your home. They also have beautiful white blooms in the summer.

Spider plants are another great plant that are easy to keep alive in an indoor environment. They are known to remove formaldehyde from your home’s air. Spider plants don’t require a lot of light either which makes them a good indoor choice. Carbon monoxide and other toxic impurities are also targeted by spider plants. These toxic substances are in your air from all the things you use everyday, like paper towels, napkins, wax papers, paper bags and so much more.

A Lavender plant can work well in any part of your home but it is especially helpful in your bedroom as it promotes a good night’s sleep. The smell of the lavender can help you with nervousness, anxiety, depression and even insomnia. Lavender is often used in spas and massage because of its pleasant aroma. It is also known as a stress reliever. I have not had a lot of luck with lavender but do love the smell.

A Boston Fern is a beautiful and functional addition to your home as well. They are great at purifying the air and easy to grow. They don’t require a lot of sunlight and prefer shady to sunny. They usually grow great in an airconditioned space and can absorb lots of unwanted toxins from your environment.

Poor air quality in your space can be improved easily with a few of these houseplants and of course, I love the way they look. I have always had lots of plants in my home and think they add much more to my décor than fancy furniture. As a travel nurse or healthcare traveler it’s always good to have a few tips to brighten up your temporary home. Innocent looking houseplants can be a simple way to improve the air quality in your space and brighten your day as well!