Forest Bathing

What is Forest Bathing you ask?

Well you are doing it by visiting my website!

A forest bathing trip involves visiting a forest for relaxation and recreation while breathing in wood essential oils, which are antimicrobial volatile organic compounds derived from trees. Incorporating forest bathing trips into a good lifestyle was first proposed in 1982 by the Forest Agency of Japan. It has now become a recognized relaxation and/or stress management activity in Japan.

There have been several studies evaluating the effect of the forest on human beings. Here is one from 2010.

O'Connor, Anahad (July 5, 2010). "The Claim: Exposure to Plants and Parks

Can Boost Immunity". New York Times. Retrieved 2010-07-07. "One study published in January included data on 280 healthy people in Japan, where visiting nature parks for therapeutic effect has become a popular practice called 'Shinrin-yoku,' or 'forest bathing.' On one day, some people were instructed to walk through a forest or wooded area for a few hours, while others walked through a city area."

I encourage you to do some Forest Bathing this week. It is good for your health.