Forest Therapy #03 - the science bit!

Treespeed; forest bathing with Highland Quietlife

People are sometimes surprised by the amount of scientific research behind Shinrin Yoku or 'Forest Bathing'. Back in the 80's (I'm sure there is a song there somewhere), Japan transitioned to a heavily tech-based economy. At the same time a rise in autoimmune disease and cancers was noticed and so a number of research projects were instigated, one of these asked a simple question about what happens when we spend more time in nature? During this shorter podcast Cath and Moose discuss more about the science, phytoncides, fractal patterns and the power of colours.

Association of Nature and Forest Therapy - The Science https://www.natureandforesttherapy.org/about/science

The colour green https://www.empower-yourself-with-color-psychology.com/color-green.html

The colour blue https://www.empower-yourself-with-color-psychology.com/color-blue.html

“Green is restful to the eye. Studies show that a green environment can reduce fatigue.” Laird, donal A. “Fatigue: Public Enemy Number One: What It Is and How to Fight It.” The American Journal of Nursing (Sep 1933) 33.9 pp 835-41

“Green and Blue are the most relaxing colors as they are in the middle of the color spectrum and therefore cause the least amount of subconscious strain on your eyes. Hence, sitting out in a large green field on a cloudless day is one of the most relaxing things you can do for your mind.”

Fractal patterns in nature https://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/fractal-patterns-nature-and-art-are-aesthetically-pleasing-and-stress-reducing-180962738/

https://innerself.com/content/living/leisure-and-creativity/15263-why-fractal-patterns-in-nature-and-art-are-stress-reducing.html

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