Patti & Michael Discuss Nature Therapy

It seems intuitive that being outside in nature is therapeutic and beneficial to our health. What many might find surprising is the amount of clinical evidence supporting nature therapy and the specific physiologic changes that result. ‘Grounding’ and ‘earthing’ are terms that are commonly used these days but even those words under-represent the fascinating biochemical and physiologic effects of nature. In today’s episode, we dive into the different facets of nature therapy, literature to support it, and how being outside can improve health– and hey, its Spring! Perfect timing! Today on The Lab Report: 2:30 Intro to Nature Therapy 4:30 Let’s Define Some Terms! 6:00 “Forest bathing” and urban green space therapy 10:35 House plants and flowers 15:40 Wooden material therapy 16:30 Grounding and earthing – take off your shoes! 19:20 Question of the Day? Which Genova tests might apply to Nature Therapy? Additional Resources: Adrenocortex Stress Profile NutrEval Subscribe, Rate, & Review The Lab Report Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of The Lab Report, presented by Genova Diagnostics, with your hosts Michael Chapman and Patti Devers. If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the subscribe button and give us a rating or leave a review. Don’t forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Patti and Michael with your most interesting and pressing questions on functional medicine: [email protected]. And, be sure to share your favorite Lab Report episodes with your friends and colleagues on social media to help others learn more about Genova and all things related to functional medicine and specialty lab testing. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in The Lab Report is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in The Lab Report represent the opinions and views of Michael Chapman and Patti Devers and their guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.