The Benefits of Seaside Homes in KZN's North Coast
Category Lifestyle
The turquoise beaches of KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast is an undeniable national and international attraction that brings in droves of tourists and holiday-makers each year. Undulating waves, white sands, near-perfect weather and fresh ocean breezes make the north coast an unforgettable destination for seaside living.
The love for the ocean among developers and home-buyers in South Africa has witnessed a surge in new residential developments overlooking the blue-flag beaches of the North Coast. New trends suggest that more people are moving out of the “concrete jungle” towards more natural surroundings, and this promotes a plethora of lifestyle and health benefits. The ocean, in particular, offers many advantages that are unique when compared to other natural and unspoiled environments. These include:
An Active Outdoor Lifestyle
When you live near the ocean it is easier to spend more time outdoors and partake in various exercises and sports as opposed to living in the city due to convenience, accessibility and fewer crowds. Many new developments in the north coast, such as the Sibaya Coastal Precinct, have designated walkways to private beaches. This makes it easy to take jogs, strolls, and morning and afternoon swims which ultimately promote outdoor fitness and a healthy lifestyle. Exercising near the sea has also been found to be more effective than indoor forms of exercise as it burns more calories and increases your exposure to the sun which helps your body absorb calcium for stronger bones and helps fight against hypertension.
Mind and Mood Enhancer
Have you ever spent the day out at the beach and find your mind completely relaxed? If you have answered yes to this, you are like most people. For many, the sound of nature, particularly ocean waves, rain and birds chirping, help to reduce depression, anxiety, sleeplessness, and in general, promotes good health. The sea breeze is also fantastic in enhancing your mood and helping you sleep as it is abundant in negative ions. These particles improve your oxygen intake and balances the level of serotonin in your brain.
Eases Health Problems
Besides an active lifestyle and healthy mind, sea air and water helps with several health problems such as respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, and skin diseases. For people suffering from asthma or sinusitis, the mist in the sea air can significantly sooth the mucosal lining in the respiratory system to help you breathe better. Deep sea water, on the other hand, is known to have therapeutic benefits on the heart due to its rich minerals that also reduce plaque formation in the inner linings of the arteries. In addition, skin conditions such as psoriasis is typically eased when in contact with seawater as it contains minerals such as iodine; magnesium; chloride and sodium that have curative effects on the skin.
Residing by the sea is accompanied by many benefits that have the potential to make you live your best and most healthiest life. If waking up and falling asleep to the sound of ocean waves is your idea of Utopia, then homes in the north coast of KZN is designed with you in mind. To find out more about these properties, speak to our helpful and professional agents from ID Realty, who will guide you through finding your ideal seaside home in the North Coast.
Author: ID Realty
