Recommended Reading:
This book by Dr. Qing Li, Chairman of the Japanese Society of Forest Medicine, is full of science-backed information about the healing properties of nature. It has wonderful descriptions of how our five senses come into play in the forest. The book also covers the impressive results of years of study on the benefits of time spent in the woods.
These include reduced blood pressure, improved cardiovascular and metabolic activity, lower blood sugar levels, increasing the count of natural killer cells, and increasing production of anti-cancer proteins.
The author makes a good case that many issues such as anxiety, depression, stress and some illnesses could be alleviated with regular contact with trees and nature. He includes lots of tips on how to benefit from a walk in the woods. This book will enhance your relationship with nature!
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