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6 Unexpected Benefits Of Covid-19 Lockdown

Although the Covid-19 lockdown disrupted our normal life, it led to many unforeseen positive changes, apart from reducing the coronavirus infections.

Written by Longjam Dineshwori | Updated : July 22, 2021 6:25 PM IST

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Clear Skies And Clean Air

Air pollution leads to an estimated seven million premature deaths worldwide every year, largely due to increased mortality from stroke, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer and acute respiratory infections. according to the WHO. Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown, the sky has become clear, and air is cleaner too. Studies have found considerable reduction in the air pollution levels during the pandemic. For example, a study published on medRxiv last revealed that pandemic-associated lockdown led to reduction of air pollution at both ground level and tropospheric levels by 20% across 20 countries. The parameters measured included nitrogen dioxide, ozone, and fine particulate matter.  Also Read - Arun Tupe Death Cause: Instagram reel creator found dead at home in Maharashtra, family reveals his past battle with Epilepsy

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Reduced Ocean Noise

Covid-19 lockdown led to reduction in ocean noise as coastal waterways became devoid of non-essential vessels, revealed a joint study by scientists from New Zealand and Canada. Rising underwater noise poses a significant treat to marine life. The study, published in Global Change Biology, found that overall that the ability of dolphins and bigeyes to clearly hear each other more than doubled during lockdown.

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Post-traumatic Opportunity

A study, published in the British Journal of Psychiatry, revealed that hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic can offer an opportunity for “post-traumatic growth.” The survey respondents identified four primary areas of personal growth that resulted from leading their lives in quieter, slower ways because of lockdowns. - A renewed appreciation for their family. - Opportunity to reassess personal values and reconsider what’s really important. - Spiritual growth - Discovery of new opportunities and new possibilities.  Also Read - No Smoking Day 2026: Here's how smoking can damage your cardiovascular health and blood vessels, study says

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Work From Home

Many offices introduced work from home (WFH) for employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. While it has both advantages and disadvantages, some surveys showed that most employees reported positive experiences (What do you say?). Some of the advantages of WFH include: no extra expenses, exclusion of commuting time, better productivity, greater work control, and work flexibility. WFH also benefited the employers in many ways.

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Eat Home-cooked Meals

A hectic routine can leave you drained, and ordering food from a restaurant is the only desirable option, as preparing home-cooked meals seems like a task. This processed food does more harm to your body than good. Instead, one can look up online and make easy yet quick, simple, and wholesome recipes that would be easier on your pocket and a permanent fix to one’s unhealthy diet. Also Read - 9 Unusual Side Effects of Smoking: Here's What Happens Inside Your Body When You Smoke a Cigarette

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Enjoy Simple Pleasures Of Life

Although the lockdown disrupted our normal life, it has given us many simple pleasures of life that we had were deprived of earlier, and we had been yearning for – such as more time for fitness, family togetherness, simple way of living, relishing home-cooked foods, and adequate time to pamper yourself .