“Forest bathing” has become a popular leisure activity, and is also a field of study for medical doctors. In Japan, there is the “Japanese Society of Forest Medicine” and “Forest Therapy Society” dedicated to promoting the medical applications of forests and advocating the various health benefits of forest bathing.
Scientists have discovered that when people are close to the forest, their mood becomes relaxed, their stress reduced, their blood pressure and heart rate will be lowered, and more importantly, their immunity will be strengthened. Therefore, regular forest bathing not only prevents diseases, but also has the effect of healing them.
