A big benefit of gardening close to home is the wide assortment of produce that does not have to be shipped thousands of miles from questionable sources. The food from our garden is wholesome, organic and a healthier way to become what we eat. It's especially nice to be part of the process of growing what we eat and to watch the progression of the growing season.
A few years ago I started thinking that I didn't want to become a statistic due to ignoring my health. Being 57 now, I have been increasingly aware of friends and relatives running into serious health problems. Too many people are getting high blood pressure, diabetes and other health issues due to poor eating habits and lack of exercise. I realized that being more conscious about what I ate was one way to enjoy better health. Joining the garden was a way to eat & live better. My blood sugar levels improved and I lost 30 pounds through healthier eating habits and exercising. I feel clearer and happier knowing that my odds with good health are greatly improved now.
The garden is a great place to meet new friends. It's fun to get dirty hands, make jokes and breath the fresh air. I recommend that if our CSA interests you to check it out, by making a phone call and visiting the farm once things get started in the spring.