Welcome to Forest Therapy

· Reduced blood pressure (systolic and diastolic)

· Lowered pulse rate

· Reduced stress hormone (cortisol) level

· Reduced anxiety and depression

· Surge in the number and activity of cancer- and tumour-fighting blood   cells ('natural killer' cells)

· Exposure to a range of anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral substances emitted by trees and plants (phytoncides)

· Increased happiness and positive mood

· Enhanced energy level

· Better concentration

· Increased overall fitness levels

· Improved immune system

· Weight loss

· Reduced risk of obesity

· Reduced risk of heart and lung diseases

· Less likelihood of feeling stressed in typical day-to-day situations

· Reduced risk of getting depressed

· Decrease in anxiety and depression

· Better and more regular sleep

· More positive mood and motivation (meaning: less mood-swings)

· Enhanced ability to focus

· Higher self-confidence and a more stable personality