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The Royal Power Of Mother Nature’s Medicine For The Princess Of Wales
On World Cancer Day, Princess of Wales Kate Middleton shared a woodland photo. She
Written by: Pippa Thackeray
Updated: April 13, 2025
Written by: Pippa Thackeray | Updated: April 13, 2025
Quick Read
- Princess Kate promotes forest bathing as a healing practice during her recovery, highlighting nature's benefits.
- Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, involves being present in nature to reduce stress and boost the immune system.
- Scientific studies show forest bathing lowers cortisol, reduces heart rate, and increases natural killer (NK) cells.
- Forests provide non-threatening sensory input that can regulate the nervous system and improve emotional well-being.
- Various cultures recognize the healing power of forests, viewing them as sacred spaces for well-being.
Contents
- 1. The symbolism of woodland
- 2. A long-standing love for the outdoors
- 3. Defining the proven benefits of forest bathing
- 4. Why being amongst trees feels safe when the rest of the world doesn’t
- 5. Around the world in woods
- 6. 6 ways to practise forest bathing for optimum benefit
