There is strong scientific evidence coming out of Japan about the anticancer effects of “shinrin-yoku” or forest bathing. In fact, according to Dr. Qing Li—one of the world’s foremost experts on shinrin-yoku, forest walking may prevent chronic illnesses like cancer, reduce blood pressure, heart rate, and stress hormones.
Chronic stress slowly kills. Environmental toxins like car fumes and industrial wastes, processed foods, and EMF pollution increase our cortisol levels and the risk for disease. Bottom line, most people in modern society are stressed out and need to relax—much more.
A Growing Body of Evidence Supports the Idea That Getting Out in Nature May Just Be What You Need
There’s simply no debate—forest bathing provides a natural environment of grass, trees, and fresh air—which can literally bring you back to life. Thankfully, there is mounting scientific data to prove that being in contact with nature is good for us physically, emotionally, and mentally….