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Amidst life’s chaos, discover the healing power of nature for stress reduction. Dive into these practical tips and spread the wellness – share with your network.
This Nautilus article by Katharine Gammon delves into the myriad health benefits of immersing oneself in nature, from reducing depression and improving blood pressure to enhancing pain control, immune function, and lowering mortality rates. A growing movement advocates for doctors prescribing nature to patients, leading to the development of innovative apps like NatureScore and NatureDose. NatureScore evaluates geographical areas based on their nature richness, incorporating data on air pollution, tree cover, parks, roads, and street view images. NatureDose, a free app, monitors users’ time spent in different settings, aiding in setting goals for nature exposure.

For me, starting the day with a refreshing 15 minutes outdoors during sunrise sets a positive tone for the day. Consistently making an effort to incorporate nature breaks throughout the day aligns with the emerging understanding of the crucial role explicit time in nature plays in enhancing human well-being.

Recommendation Steps:

• Morning Ritual: Begin your day with 15 minutes outdoors.
• Daylong Connection: Make a conscious effort to get outside multiple times throughout the day.
• Nature: Explore different locations for inspiration, I often enjoy woods or a stream and I love sunrise.
• Diverse Environments: Seek out natural spaces with a variety of plant life for maximum health benefits. Also, consider adding plants and other items into your home. I always found a fish tank extremely relaxing. The above picture is from my morning walk.

How Much Nature Is Enough?

Gammon, K. (2024, January 10). How Much Nature Is Enough? Health experts are working out the right dose for you.