Although Veggie Doctor Radio has ended, you’ll be happy to hear Dr. Yami again as she returns with her new podcast venture, I AM HUMAN. In this inaugural episode, Dr. Yami welcomes “Doctor Outdoors” Melissa Sundermann, DO, to the show to talk about the many amazing benefits humans reap when they are exposed to nature. From the early research on ‘forest bathing’ in Japan, to the benefits of green and blue spaces, to the importance of accepting your body’s changes as you age, Dr. Sundermann shares her enthusiasm and knowledge about being human in today’s world.
Discussion points:
Dr. Sundermann’s love of nature and backstory
Modeling habits for kids and nature
1980s Japanese research on ‘forest bathing’
Cumulative effects, recommended exposure times
Alternate ways to get nature exposure - green spaces
Blue spaces count too - oceans, lakes, rivers etc.
Average Americans spend 93% of the day indoors
The 54321 exercise when in nature
Endurance training and its impact
The world of marathons
Aging and fitness - acceptance is key
Dr. S wishes people knew…..
Closing thoughts: What does it mean to be human?
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