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Trees can actually improve mental health. Studies show that exercising in forests and simply sitting looking at trees reduces blood pressure as well as the stress-related hormones cortisol and adrenaline. Looking at pictures of trees can also have the same effect but less dramatic. Using the Profile of Mood States test, researchers found that forest bathing trips significantly decreased the scores for anxiety, depression, anger, confusion, and fatigue. Since stress also affects the immune system, the benefits are increased. (Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) To learn more about the benefits of trees, visit https://lnkd.in/gS-P4Y6S

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