What is “Forest Bathing”? And Can it Really Boost Your Immune System?
According to recent research, walking through nature could boost the body’s numbers of cancer-fighting NK (“natural killer”) cells. But, contrary to what many outdoor recreationists might tell you, these health benefits kick in not when you push yourself, but when you slow down. Way down. This is the essence of Shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing,” a [...]