22 May 2019

The role of biodiversity in human health




The United Nations has marked May 22 as The International Day for Biological Diversity to raise awareness and understanding of biodiversity issues. 

This year's theme, "Our Biodiversity, Our Food, Our Health," focuses on the invaluable role of biological diversity in human health and well-being. We can show our appreciation for the resources nature provides us every day by truly understanding (or simply reminding ourselves) where we get our resources for good health—the food we eat, the water we drink, and the air we breatheBy doing so, we are putting first the species and the ecosystems that keep our health in check and make our lives worthwhile. 

We can be a catalyst of change in small ways, be it by buying local food or using recyclable bags.

Here in SeaLifeBase, we celebrate marine biodiversity, from foraminiferans to cetaceans, from which we depend a lot for our health and well-being. If you're keen to learn more, visit us here.