The One about Phytoncides, Forest Medicine.

Nature Heals. Time spent in Nature has physical, mental, emotional, ... spiritual and, yes, financial benefits related to health and wellbeing. The Science gets exciting when Research links how the Human Immune System interacts with chemicals and compounds founds in Nature, in Forests. Coniferous trees release Phytoncides, otherwise known as Essential oils or volatile (airborne) chemicals. Trees communicates messages related to nutrient deficiencies, bacteria, mold, disease and insect infestation through the release and absorption of Phytoncides on the air, as a biproduct of trace moisture released during Photosynthesis. The Phytoncides are absorbed into the Human Body through the eyes, nose and lungs when spending time in mixed forests. The Phytoncides connect with our own Immune System, activating an increase in NK (Natural Killer) cells, which target deformed, corrupted, damaged and mutated cells. The absorption is effective when in a Parasympathetic State (Rest, Digest and Heal), rather than in a Sympathetic State (Fight, Flight or Freeze) of stress. Time outside promotes calm, activity, access to fresh air and daylight. Time in Forests adds a little more chemistry. Go outside. Thank you for watching