Go out and surround yourself with nature, scientific studies say.

Being surrounded by nature causes beneficial changes in the human body.

Some scientific studies have already demonstrated all these benefits, which can lead to better physical and mental health in people.

According to National Geographic, the report "Green and Blue Spaces and Mental Health " mentions that spending time in nature improves people's mental health and mood.

He also mentions that exposure to forests, parks, gardens, or coasts "mitigates the psychological impact of climate change, helping to put aside everyday stress and, above all, aiding social interaction."

The Occupational and Environmental Medicine study found that people who visit green spaces more than five times a week can reduce their use of medications such as psychotropic drugs, antihypertensives, and asthma medications.

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According to Marc Berman, an environmental neuroscientist and associate professor of psychology at the University of Chicago, exposure to nature helps relieve mental fatigue and improves concentration . This also helps " your mind wander and allow you to think about several things at once ." He also mentions that "when people are in nature, they tend to think about topics related to spirituality and their life path."

Visually, the colors green and blue convey a sense of calm . Sounds often provide comfort to many people, and a meta-analysis co-authored by Pearson and published in 2012 found that sound exposure was linked to reduced stress and discomfort, decreased pain, and improved mood.

Water sounds were the most effective at improving mood , while bird sounds were the most effective at reducing stress and annoyance.

Inhaling volatile organic compounds such as limonene and pinene while in a forest can reduce mental fatigue, induce relaxation, and improve cognitive performance and mood.

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