Birds are mostly territorial. When forests are cut, they can't just move to a new one because birds already established there will fight them off.
Deer, foxes, rabbits, lynxes, rodents, insects, plants, and fungi have also lost their homes.
Trees emit phytoncides that are beneficial to humans.
Deer, foxes, rabbits, lynxes, rodents, insects, plants, and fungi have also lost their homes.
Trees emit phytoncides that are beneficial to humans.
October 25, 2026 at 12:03 AM
Birds are mostly territorial. When forests are cut, they can't just move to a new one because birds already established there will fight them off.
Deer, foxes, rabbits, lynxes, rodents, insects, plants, and fungi have also lost their homes.
Trees emit phytoncides that are beneficial to humans.
Deer, foxes, rabbits, lynxes, rodents, insects, plants, and fungi have also lost their homes.
Trees emit phytoncides that are beneficial to humans.
Hugging trees is heart healthy & it lowers the stress hormone cortisol, releasing oxytocin & boosting natural immune compounds called phytoncides. This tactile practice calms the nervous system, lowers blood pressure & improves mental clarity. The earth delights in your love & appreciation of trees.
October 23, 2026 at 10:51 AM
Hugging trees is heart healthy & it lowers the stress hormone cortisol, releasing oxytocin & boosting natural immune compounds called phytoncides. This tactile practice calms the nervous system, lowers blood pressure & improves mental clarity. The earth delights in your love & appreciation of trees.
Ok, wrt inhalation of the plant oils/phytoncides I should have said it *can* trigger a drop in cortisol of 25-30% (in academic experiments). The actual decrease triggered by a posy on your bedside table will be lower, but will be still v helpful for day to day mental health 🌿
Posting later than I planned but these are the ways in which bringing some flowers, berries, autumn leaves 🍁etc. from your garden/walk really can alleviate stress & lift mood. A few stumbles bc confidence=bit wobbly but if you make a posy maybe post it below? Seeing it will help others’ brains too 🌿
October 22, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Ok, wrt inhalation of the plant oils/phytoncides I should have said it *can* trigger a drop in cortisol of 25-30% (in academic experiments). The actual decrease triggered by a posy on your bedside table will be lower, but will be still v helpful for day to day mental health 🌿
From September of last year, but look at this beauty! #Phytoncides
Sweater weather seems far away but autumn officially arrived this week in the redwood forest! 🍁🍂 Nature’s phytoncides boost well-being and deepen our connection to the world around us. We hope you discover some new favorite trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains this season! #FallEquinox bit.ly/3ENFah9
October 21, 2026 at 10:23 PM
From September of last year, but look at this beauty! #Phytoncides
@interactions.bsky.social Thanks for undermining what I’ve posted.30% is in Japanese academic experiments when individuals inhale phytoncides directly. Don’t know what to say other than that, except I’m trying to help people’s mental health,what were you doing there exactly? Negating my content yes?
October 22, 2026 at 9:12 AM
@interactions.bsky.social Thanks for undermining what I’ve posted.30% is in Japanese academic experiments when individuals inhale phytoncides directly. Don’t know what to say other than that, except I’m trying to help people’s mental health,what were you doing there exactly? Negating my content yes?
& I repeat,the 25-30% was in experiments in which volunteers inhaled high concentrations of phytoncides,a situation almost impossible to emulate with a posy in a house. You didn’t take that on board when you doubled down though. Perhaps you could now…OR you could continue to undermine. Your choice.
October 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
& I repeat,the 25-30% was in experiments in which volunteers inhaled high concentrations of phytoncides,a situation almost impossible to emulate with a posy in a house. You didn’t take that on board when you doubled down though. Perhaps you could now…OR you could continue to undermine. Your choice.
Ooh, so lovely! I was reading again about phytoncides, which explains why I love walking amongst the trees in settings like these. The ultimate stress-buster!
October 21, 2026 at 10:18 PM
Ooh, so lovely! I was reading again about phytoncides, which explains why I love walking amongst the trees in settings like these. The ultimate stress-buster!
Trees release phytoncides, which benefit humans.
www.npr.org/2023/08/22/1...
www.npr.org/2023/08/22/1...
How to make your nature walks even more restorative, according to science : Life Kit
Studies have shown that "forest bathing," or spending time in the forest, can significantly improve mood and reduce stress. Here's how to reap these benefits on your next hike.
www.npr.org
October 21, 2026 at 8:42 AM
Trees release phytoncides, which benefit humans.
www.npr.org/2023/08/22/1...
www.npr.org/2023/08/22/1...
Passer trois jours en forêt booste ton immunité de 50 % grâce aux cellules NK, stimulées par les phytoncides libérés par les arbres. Cet effet protecteur persiste jusqu’à 30 jours, bien au-delà d’une simple balade urbaine. Respire, ta santé te remerciera. 🌲🦾
October 14, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Passer trois jours en forêt booste ton immunité de 50 % grâce aux cellules NK, stimulées par les phytoncides libérés par les arbres. Cet effet protecteur persiste jusqu’à 30 jours, bien au-delà d’une simple balade urbaine. Respire, ta santé te remerciera. 🌲🦾
Part of this is thought to come from phytoncides, aromatic compounds released by trees that you simply breathe in.
The effect may outlast the walk. Elevated immune activity has been reported for weeks afterwards, and similar time in a city centre didn't produce the same response.
The effect may outlast the walk. Elevated immune activity has been reported for weeks afterwards, and similar time in a city centre didn't produce the same response.
October 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Part of this is thought to come from phytoncides, aromatic compounds released by trees that you simply breathe in.
The effect may outlast the walk. Elevated immune activity has been reported for weeks afterwards, and similar time in a city centre didn't produce the same response.
The effect may outlast the walk. Elevated immune activity has been reported for weeks afterwards, and similar time in a city centre didn't produce the same response.
RT @RachelZader: Visiting a forest can raise your killer T cells by 50% for up to a MONTH after, probably bc you breathe in phytoncides from the trees.
So hiking once a month can literally can help protect against cancer, lower stress, regulare your immune system, and lower inflammation!
So hiking once a month can literally can help protect against cancer, lower stress, regulare your immune system, and lower inflammation!
October 4, 2026 at 7:35 PM
RT @RachelZader: Visiting a forest can raise your killer T cells by 50% for up to a MONTH after, probably bc you breathe in phytoncides from the trees.
So hiking once a month can literally can help protect against cancer, lower stress, regulare your immune system, and lower inflammation!
So hiking once a month can literally can help protect against cancer, lower stress, regulare your immune system, and lower inflammation!
Forests are nature's pharmacy, packed with feel good mood-lifting chemicals called #phytoncides which calm our mind, lift our mood and boost our immune system — so this #ForestFriday breathe deep and let the forest work its quiet magic!
#Walking #Hiking #Forest #Nature #Outdoors #Photography #Prana
#Walking #Hiking #Forest #Nature #Outdoors #Photography #Prana
October 2, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Forests are nature's pharmacy, packed with feel good mood-lifting chemicals called #phytoncides which calm our mind, lift our mood and boost our immune system — so this #ForestFriday breathe deep and let the forest work its quiet magic!
#Walking #Hiking #Forest #Nature #Outdoors #Photography #Prana
#Walking #Hiking #Forest #Nature #Outdoors #Photography #Prana
Phytoncides: The Science Behind Forest Bathing Benefits - Forest Bathing Central forestbathingcentral.com/phytoncides/
Phytoncides: The Science Behind Forest Bathing Benefits - Forest Bathing Central
Phytoncides are the medicine of the forest and one reason why forest bathing is so therapeutic. Learn more about phytoncides...
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September 29, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Phytoncides: The Science Behind Forest Bathing Benefits - Forest Bathing Central forestbathingcentral.com/phytoncides/
Trees release compounds called phytoncides which can enhance mood and improve sleep. Phytoncides may even help prevent cancer. And native trees are brilliant for all sorts of wildlife - so let’s plant more trees, and cherish those we have already! 🌳
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littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/nat...
September 25, 2026 at 9:35 AM
Trees release compounds called phytoncides which can enhance mood and improve sleep. Phytoncides may even help prevent cancer. And native trees are brilliant for all sorts of wildlife - so let’s plant more trees, and cherish those we have already! 🌳
littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/nat...
littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/nat...
Wow... the arguement for Touch-Grass just got science'd.
As someone who grew up in a deep-woods home, I always thought it was a wave of full-body nostalgia being in the forest. Phytoncides might be part of that! (AND ITS A GOOD THING)
youtube.com/shorts/-4gg2...
As someone who grew up in a deep-woods home, I always thought it was a wave of full-body nostalgia being in the forest. Phytoncides might be part of that! (AND ITS A GOOD THING)
youtube.com/shorts/-4gg2...
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September 25, 2026 at 5:05 PM
Wow... the arguement for Touch-Grass just got science'd.
As someone who grew up in a deep-woods home, I always thought it was a wave of full-body nostalgia being in the forest. Phytoncides might be part of that! (AND ITS A GOOD THING)
youtube.com/shorts/-4gg2...
As someone who grew up in a deep-woods home, I always thought it was a wave of full-body nostalgia being in the forest. Phytoncides might be part of that! (AND ITS A GOOD THING)
youtube.com/shorts/-4gg2...
Within hours of forest exposure, cortisol drops, blood pressure falls, and immune cells that hunt down viruses and cancer cells increase in number.
neurolaunch.com/phytoncides/
neurolaunch.com/phytoncides/
Phytoncides: Trees' Natural Stress-Busters for Better Well-being
Discover how phytoncides from trees can reduce stress, boost health, and improve well-being through nature connection.
neurolaunch.com
September 22, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Within hours of forest exposure, cortisol drops, blood pressure falls, and immune cells that hunt down viruses and cancer cells increase in number.
neurolaunch.com/phytoncides/
neurolaunch.com/phytoncides/
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September 19, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Le pouvoir secret des arbres ! 🌲 Le scientifique Qing Li a prouvé que marcher en forêt booste notre système immunitaire de 50% et réduit le stress grâce aux phytoncides, des molécules libérées par les arbres. Scientifique et fascinant ! 🧠✨ #science #sante #nature #insolite #bienetre🧠
September 15, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Le pouvoir secret des arbres ! 🌲 Le scientifique Qing Li a prouvé que marcher en forêt booste notre système immunitaire de 50% et réduit le stress grâce aux phytoncides, des molécules libérées par les arbres. Scientifique et fascinant ! 🧠✨ #science #sante #nature #insolite #bienetre🧠
Bulldozing the pharmacy
Molly Helfend (@fieldnotesfromthewild)
Trees release chemicals called phytoncides, and breathing them measurably lowers your stress hormones. This is documented. It's why a forest feels like that.
You are not imagining the calm. The trees...
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September 11, 2026 at 2:59 AM
Bulldozing the pharmacy
September 11, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Why do we need healthy treescapes, woods & forests, why do we need nature to thrive?
It's spent billions of years evolving to care, needing nature as sustaining ecosystems engineers. We're so detached from being nature.
Humanity find your nature for good fast! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
It's spent billions of years evolving to care, needing nature as sustaining ecosystems engineers. We're so detached from being nature.
Humanity find your nature for good fast! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
September 1, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Why do we need healthy treescapes, woods & forests, why do we need nature to thrive?
It's spent billions of years evolving to care, needing nature as sustaining ecosystems engineers. We're so detached from being nature.
Humanity find your nature for good fast! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
It's spent billions of years evolving to care, needing nature as sustaining ecosystems engineers. We're so detached from being nature.
Humanity find your nature for good fast! www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Research led by Dr. Qing Li found that trees release natural airborne compounds called phytoncides. When humans breathe forest air, these chemicals enter the bloodstream, resulting in lower stress hormones and measurable, positive immune changes that can last for days.
August 22, 2026 at 4:16 PM
Research led by Dr. Qing Li found that trees release natural airborne compounds called phytoncides. When humans breathe forest air, these chemicals enter the bloodstream, resulting in lower stress hormones and measurable, positive immune changes that can last for days.
Did you know that having houseplants can significantly improve your mood and overall well-being? Studies have shown that interacting with plants can reduce stress levels and promote feelings of calmness. This is because plants release compounds called phytoncides, which have been found to enhance me
August 15, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Did you know that having houseplants can significantly improve your mood and overall well-being? Studies have shown that interacting with plants can reduce stress levels and promote feelings of calmness. This is because plants release compounds called phytoncides, which have been found to enhance me
Bamboo Circle 💙🌿☀️
Many degrees cooler inside & feeling the phytoncides. 💙🌿
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#mindfulness #nature #bamboo #grateful #plant #health
Many degrees cooler inside & feeling the phytoncides. 💙🌿
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#mindfulness #nature #bamboo #grateful #plant #health
August 14, 2026 at 3:19 PM
Bamboo Circle 💙🌿☀️
Many degrees cooler inside & feeling the phytoncides. 💙🌿
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#mindfulness #nature #bamboo #grateful #plant #health
Many degrees cooler inside & feeling the phytoncides. 💙🌿
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#mindfulness #nature #bamboo #grateful #plant #health
Sweater weather seems far away but autumn officially arrived this week in the redwood forest! 🍁🍂 Nature’s phytoncides boost well-being and deepen our connection to the world around us. We hope you discover some new favorite trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains this season! #FallEquinox bit.ly/3ENFah9
September 24, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Sweater weather seems far away but autumn officially arrived this week in the redwood forest! 🍁🍂 Nature’s phytoncides boost well-being and deepen our connection to the world around us. We hope you discover some new favorite trails in the Santa Cruz Mountains this season! #FallEquinox bit.ly/3ENFah9