FOREST BATHING
Forest bathing has shown tremendous health benefits. Research has shown that walking, meditating, exercising, and playing among trees
in a forest like environment has physical and emotional benefits. Just 20 mins
spent staring at a natural vista decreased stress hormones by 13 percent compared
to those in a city environment. A view of water- such as a lake, pond, river,
or other water feature-improves the effect. Other benefits of forest bathing
include
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Improved cardiovascular health, including blood
oxygenation and heart rate variability, along with decreased pulse rate and
blood pressure.
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Reduced levels of cortisol, a stress triggered
hormone related to blood sugar balance and metabolism
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Improved mood, improved self-esteem, and
decreased stress, resulting in fewer symptoms of depression, less hostility,
and increased liveliness
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Decreased brain fatigue and attention deficit,
improved cognition, focus, and creativity
reference;
Body into balance
Maria Noel Groves
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