A recent study published in Journal of Environmental Psychology has shown that being in nature makes people feel more alive, and is important for overall mental and physical health. The boost in wellbeing and increased sense of vitality from being outside was found to surpasses the energizing effects of physical exercise or socializing with others. The most significant finding of the study was that being outside in nature for just 20 minutes a day was enough to boost feelings of vitality.

Published March 16, 2015 by Dr. Daniel Thomas, DO, MS
A daily dose of nature can boost vitality

Dr. Daniel Thomas, DO, MS
Dr. Thomas is a highly sought-after physician with a wealth of knowledge and nearly four decades of experience. He has helped people worldwide by providing innovative solutions to regain and maintain their health. His strength lies in his scientific curiosity, creative and analytical thinking, and practical application of cutting-edge research. Despite the demands of a busy medical practice, to stay at the forefront and continuously improve patient care, Dr. Thomas devotes 20-30 hours a week to reviewing the latest scientific literature, consulting with leading scientists, and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to help uncover potentially promising treatments.