Is living by the sea better for your health?

I don’t know about you, but I find that there’s something about the seaside air which just always makes me relax and puts me in a better mood. As it turns out, that might be more than just my impression. A study conducted by the University of Vienna and published in May 2022 established that living near the sea can have significant effects on health and life expectancy. Now the idea is not exactly brand new. Way back in the 17th century, English doctor Robert Wittie published a book entitled Scarborough Spa, in which he recommended people take sea baths and walk along the coast to treat certain illnesses. Why is it good? What about people like me who don’t live close to the sea at all then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠Could custobots do our shopping for us in a few years time?⁠ ⁠What are some of the more unusual Royal servants jobs from the past?⁠ ⁠Are cold showers good for you?⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 20/1/2024 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices