JCPL Teens

Did you know digging in the dirt can may you happier?  Mycobaterium vaccae is a bacteria commonly found in dirt.  This bacteria can cause an increase of serotonin to be released in your brain.  Not only will gardening make you happier it may also make you smarter.  So in honor of Earth Day, (which is tomorrow!) get outside, enjoy the weather, dig in the dirt and consider it a learning experience!

Want to know more?  Take a look at our environmental databases and our Earth Day resources.