The Unexpected Health Benefits of Forest Bathing | Stress Management

By Vedika Patani and Carly Smith, BS, MPH(c) This blog is part of the Stress Management newsletter. If you like this content, sign up here to receive our monthly newsletter! Many people know that hiking in nature can help reduce stress and anxiety. But not everyone knows that forest bathing is a way to take […]

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#Mycobacterium vaccae in forests acts as antidepressant.

#Phytoncides in trees are beneficial to parasympathetic nervous system; regeneration and relaxation.

Reading Guerilla Green - Cookie Kalkair & Ophelia Damble - An (illustrated) urban Gardening Survival Guide.
2021

#GGGG #VandanaShiva #Fukuoka #Shinrinyoku #ForestBathing #RonFinley #MutualAid #Diversity

I'm always amazed by cities where you can easily enjoy the #outdoors, and shower in #phytoncides, instead of pollutants.

Hike early up a mountain, enjoy some mountain crops, then go back to your (virtual) office before noon, for some work.

For brunch, I got to enjoy a filling bowl of local mushrooms for just 2 USD.

Oh, and yes, I always bring travel chopsticks with me. Helpful finger extensions, and keeps the keyboard clear of any snack/food residue. 😆