
The physiological effects of Shinrin-yoku (taking in the forest atmosphere or forest bathing): evidence from field experiments in 24 forests across Japan
Zusammenfassung
Field experiments across 24 forests in Japan demonstrated that forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) significantly reduces cortisol levels, blood pressure, and pulse rate while enhancing parasympathetic nervous system activity, providing physiological evidence for the stress-reducing effects of nature exposure.
Schlüsselwörter
forest bathingShinrin-yokucortisolnaturestress reduction
Neurowissenschaft
