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Forest Bathing

06/25/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Scientists look at the therapeutic effects of Shinrin-yoku on blood pressure

Japanese scientists have conducted a systematic review of multiple studies that covered the preventive and therapeutic effects of Shinrin-yoku on blood pressure. They reported that the act of forest bathing has significant anti-hypertensive properties, being able to lower the blood pressure of practitioners by a large margin. Researchers from Gunma University led this review, the […]

11/02/2016 / By D. Samuelson

Improve your mood, brain function and lessen the chances of cancer with this simple Japanese secret

The Japanese call it shinrin-yoku. In English, this phrase means ‘forest bathing.’ And when you take a quiet, non-strenuous walk in the woods, you are being bathed in the forest’s natural cure. Keep in mind that ‘forest bathing’ is a leisurely stroll, not a mountain hike or rock climb, and, according to Inc.com, this action produces profound benefits. It can help […]

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