Nature, Health
Dr. Kurt Beil
Dr. Kurt's Nature and Health Blog

“This is the kick-off post for my blog, a place to share my knowledge, thoughts, and reflections about the amazing relationships that exists between health (primarily human health) and the natural world in which we live.”

Dr. Kurt's Nature and Health Blog

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Spend Time Outside This Holiday Weekend (or Any Time)

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Spend Time Outside This Holiday Weekend (or Any Time)

[A]ny day of the year is a good one to spend outside. It doesn’t have to be Black Friday. Every day is a chance to go to your favorite spot or explore and find somewhere new. You will feel good doing it, and the potential health benefits to you are many, from better sleep to lower blood pressure to improved mood.

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Living Near Nature Increases Your Chance of Living Longer

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Living Near Nature Increases Your Chance of Living Longer

“ In areas with higher levels of green space, people were more likely to live longer. And it did not take much of an increase in greenery to demonstrate a reduction in mortality; just a few extra trees were enough to show a difference.”