Forest Field’s signature nervous system reset products are made from the purest magnesium and functional terpene oils from the Mediterranean forest, both known to support the vagus nerve, the primary system of the body responsible for relaxation.
EVOLVED TO THRIVE IN NATURE
Forest bathing, also known in Japan as shinrin yoku, is the practice of immersing oneself in nature and taking in the sights, sounds and smells of the forest. It is a stress-reduction technique that has been proven to have many health benefits, including reducing anxiety and inflammation. Experience the transforming physical and mental health benefits of forest bathing in the comfort of your own home.
How Does Forest Bathing Work?
Certain plants emit phytoncides, which are essential oils with immunomodulatory and antiviral properties, such as α-pinene (scotch pine), linalool (lavender) and limonene (lemon). These compounds have been shown to benefit our health in numerous ways:
Immune Function
The compounds emitted by trees & plants are natural antimicrobials that help modulate immunity and boost natural killer cell activity. A recent study found that fewer COVID-19 deaths in southern Italy may be attributed to organic plant compounds from forest bathing!
Stress & Anxiety
Research shows that being in a forest environment lowers cortisol, pulse rate, and blood pressure by promoting greater parasympathetic nerve activity and relaxation. The result is that we no longer feel that vague “fight or flight” response that is present in urban environments.
Sleep Quality & Restoration
By stimulating the body’s longest nerve (the vagus nerve), these compounds help soothe the central nervous system to elicit rest and allow us to relax and sleep more deeply and fully.
Antioxidant & Anti-Inflammatory Properties
Phytoncides exert an anti-inflammatory effect that helps reduce oxidative stress, helping protect against the invisible damage that causes our bodies to age prematurely and supporting healing at a cellular level.
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