Landmark study finds causal link between nature walks and stress reduction

[New Atlas logo]( Health & Wellbeing [Landmark study finds causal link between nature walks and stress reduction]( [Brain imaging revealed a one-hour walk in a forest reduced activity in a stress-processing region of the brain compared to a one-hour walk in a busy urban environment]( We all know a good, long walk in nature can be relaxing, but a landmark new study offers some of the first causal evidence to show exactly how a one-hour walk in the forest reduces activity in brain areas responsible for processing stress. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Achieve greater online privacy with this 5-yr subscription at 66% off]( With our lives intertwined in the digital world more and more, it can be overwhelming to know how to protect our data. Control D helps take control of your online activities and protects your data from prying eyes. 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