--- title: Tapping into the Therapeutic Benefits of Forest Bathing description: "Research conducted in Japan and China shows positive health benefits with the practice of Shinrin-Yoku, also known as \"Forest Bathing\"." image: https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-1583582-1583582.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/therapeutic-benefits-forest-bathing#main-content) [![ART Logo Text with name - colour-on-wh - NEW](https://arbutustree.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/ART%20Logo%20Text%20with%20name%20-%20colour-on-wh%20-%20NEW.jpg?width=118&height=100&name=ART%20Logo%20Text%20with%20name%20-%20colour-on-wh%20-%20NEW.jpg "ART Logo Text with name - colour-on-wh - NEW")](https://www.arbutustree.ca) - [About](https://arbutustree.ca/about) - [Services](https://arbutustree.ca/services) - [Tips](https://arbutustree.ca/tips) - [Tree Talk](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk) - [Reviews](https://arbutustree.ca/reviews) - [Contact](https://arbutustree.ca/contact) - ![Newsletter](https://hubspot-no-cache-eu1-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/26912127/interactive-255213191394.png) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. # Tapping into the therapeutic benefits of forest bathing by [Admin](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/author/admin) on July 28, 2025 [Outdoor Activity](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/tag/outdoor-activity) ## GETTING HEALTHY MAY START WITH A WALK IN THE WOODS Did you know that high stress levels can compromise your immune system? By reducing these levels, your body’s natural defence system is able to work its magic. Research conducted in transcontinental Japan and China points to a wealth of [positive health benefits](https://www.ontarioparks.com/parksblog/guide-forest-bathing/) for the human physiological and psychological systems associated with the practice of **Shinrin-Yoku**, also known as **“Forest Bathing”**.  The researchers showed that benefits can be activated by the oils trees release. These airborne chemicals called phytoncides,  can trigger immune boosting benefits, among others  ![A woman with open arms enjoying freedom in a foggy green landscape.](https://arbutustree.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-1583582-1583582.jpg?width=800&height=534&name=pexels-photo-1583582-1583582.jpg) ## Forest bathing has shown to have therapeutic effects on: ![Illustration depicting microbiome within a human silhouette on a textured background.](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-5841803-5841803-r1pojjhte86nynh194z0nxc5vek5diqchs6uwwdqz4.jpg "pexels-photo-5841803-5841803") ### Immune system function Forest bathing increases natural killer cells and improves cancer prevention. ![Vibrant anatomical heart paper art on a clean white background.](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/pexels-photo-9162026-9162026-r1pojo70ced3kpa7hp05ie5gubwzg0906fgaba6s40.jpg "pexels-photo-9162026-9162026") ### Cardiovascular health Improves hypertension and reduces negative coronary artery disease outcomes. ![Editable illustration of a lung-shaped icon isolated on a white background.](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/editable-illustration-of-a-lung-shaped-icon-isolated-on-a-white-background-stockpack-adobe-stock-r1post6isevgg80c4n7kr34sr6vga2j23ns8a4mzm8.jpg "editable-illustration-of-a-lung-shaped-icon-isolated-on-a-white-background-stockpack-adobe-stock") ### Respiratory Health Reduces allergies and rates of respiratory disease ![An abstract brain in a light bulb, an idea for business growth, a flat design illustration](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/an-abstract-brain-in-a-light-bulb-an-idea-for-business-growth-a-flat-design-illustration-stockpack-adobe-stock-r1ppmkqj7jmc3orubie9pkq9yg5w10p26zhrdk.jpg "an-abstract-brain-in-a-light-bulb-an-idea-for-business-growth-a-flat-design-illustration-stockpack-adobe-stock") ### Cognitive Function Mental clarity and relaxation including Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder. ![A yellow brain on a blue background, a simple flat illustration with bold lines and shapes, high contrast, and contrasting colors of dark gray and light navy blue](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/a-yellow-brain-on-a-blue-background-a-simple-flat-illustration-with-bold-lines-and-shapes-high-contrast-and-contrasting-colors-of-dark-gray-and-light.jpg "a-yellow-brain-on-a-blue-background-a-simple-flat-illustration-with-bold-lines-and-shapes-high-contrast-and-contrasting-colors-of-dark-gray-and-light-navy-blue-stockpack-adobe-stock") ### Mental Health Mental well-being and conditions like depression, anxiety, mood disorders and stress. ![A charming cartoon sun with a simple flat style, smiling among twinkling stars against a teal background](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/a-charming-cartoon-sun-with-a-simple-flat-style-smiling-among-twinkling-stars-against-a-teal-background-stockpack-adobe-stock-r1ppmpfq5psrpql0k2fek1j.jpg "a-charming-cartoon-sun-with-a-simple-flat-style-smiling-among-twinkling-stars-against-a-teal-background-stockpack-adobe-stock") ### Overall Happiness Human feelings of “awe”, increased sense of gratitude and selfless behaviour. [![](https://arbutustree.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/forest-bathing.jpg?width=800&height=495&name=forest-bathing.jpg)](http://ontarioparks.com/parksblog/guide-forest-bathing/(opens%20in%20a%20new%20tab)) Photo Credit: Ontario Parks **References** Hansen, M. M., Jones, R., & Tocchini, K. (2017). Shinrin-Yoku [(Forest Bathing) and Nature Therapy: A State-of-the-Art Review](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5580555/). *International journal of environmental research and public health*, *14*(8), 851. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph14080851 Spread the word: [Share this blog post on Twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=I+found+this+interesting+blog+post&url=https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/therapeutic-benefits-forest-bathing) [Share this blog post on Facebook](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/therapeutic-benefits-forest-bathing) [Share this blog post on LinkedIn](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/therapeutic-benefits-forest-bathing) ## Related Articles [![](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/shadetree-1.jpg)](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/fast-growing-shade-trees-vancouver) ### [Top 5 Shade Trees to Cut Your Hydro Bill in Vancouver](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/fast-growing-shade-trees-vancouver) When summer heat strikes in Vancouver, air conditioning often leads to higher Hydro bills.... by [Admin](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/author/admin) [![](https://arbutustree.ca/hubfs/pexels-danniel-corbit-76907366-31762504.jpg)](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/how-to-make-your-yard-bird-friendly) ### [How to make your yard bird-friendly](https://arbutustree.ca/tree-talk/how-to-make-your-yard-bird-friendly) Help birds suffering from climate change and habitat loss with dozens of tips from Audubon. 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