EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 15 MIN
The Chemistry of Nature: How Forest Air, Rain, and Invisible Molecules Heal Your Body
from Chemical Wellbeing · host Dr. Nedra Jouini
In this episode, we explore the science of forest bathing, the impact of forest environments on detoxification, and the role of specific molecules in supporting the body's immune system. It delves into the influence of trees, phytoncides, negative air ions, and herbal molecules on our health, as well as the role of soil bacteria. 📚 For further readingsLi, Q. et al. (2007, 2010). Forest bathing enhances human NK activityLi, Q. (2010). Effect of phytoncides on immune functionMiyazaki, Y. et al. Physiological effects of forest environmentsTerman, M. & Terman, J. (2006). Negative air ions and moodKrueger, A.P. & Reed, E.J. (1976). Biological impact of air ionsBear, I.J. & Thomas, R.G. (1964). Nature of petrichorVarious studies on alpha-pinene and VOCs in Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine
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In this episode, we explore the science of forest bathing, the impact of forest environments on detoxification, and the role of specific molecules in supporting the body's immune system. It delves into the influence of trees, phytoncides, negative air ions, and herbal molecules on our health, as well as the role of soil bacteria. 📚 For further readingsLi, Q. et al. (2007, 2010). Forest bathing enhances human NK activityLi, Q. (2010). Effect of phytoncides on immune functionMiyazaki, Y. et al. Physiological effects of forest environmentsTerman, M. & Terman, J. (2006). Negative air ions and moodKrueger, A.P. & Reed, E.J. (1976). Biological impact of air ionsBear, I.J. & Thomas, R.G. (1964). Nature of petrichorVarious studies on alpha-pinene and VOCs in Environmental Health and Preventive Medicine
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