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Why Japanese Doctors Are Prescribing Forest Bathing for Better Health

June 2, 2025 by Japan Daily Leave a Comment

In Japan, a country where traditional knowledge and modern medicine coexist, more and more physicians are prescribing time spent in the woods rather than medication or therapy. The ability of this activity, called "forest bathing," to lower blood pressure, lessen stress, and enhance mental health is drawing attention from all over the world. Forest bathing is the practice of … [Read more...] about Why Japanese Doctors Are Prescribing Forest Bathing for Better Health

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