What is forest therapy? An outdoor activity we can all try

Good for mental health, circulation and a positive boost to the immune system

During the pandemic, people have had to change their workout routines and many have incorporated outdoor activities such as walks on trails or through parks with their pets, friends and family as part of their regular regime. Forest therapy or "forest bathing" which originated in Japan, helps with mental health, circulation and is a positive boost to the immune system. Scandinavian countries have also incorporated these practices into group or individual therapy. Learn more from our latest video below.

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