A walk in the woods appears to sharpen the mind better than an urban asphalt amble, a new brain scan study finds. People strolling through an arboretum at the University of Utah performed better on ...

Walking in nature for as little as 15 to 20 minutes can improve your attention span — even if you don't always enjoy it. In his new 324-page book, "Nature and the Mind: The Science of How Nature ...

Humans have evolved to live much of their lives indoors or in urban, man-made environments. Increasingly, however, research shows the value of a walk in the woods. Melissa Piasecki, M.D., Senior ...

Immerse yourself in a quick yet tranquil escape with "30 SECONDS OF... Walking in the nature #shorts." Experience the calming ...

Exercising in natural outdoor environments boosts mood, energy, and vigor. Here’s what research shows—and how to put it into ...

In this video, I take a quiet macro walk through natural habitats, focusing on small wildlife that often goes unnoticed — ...

Many of us know that being outside feels good. Maybe it’s for a short walk to the store. Maybe for a hike at a nearby mountain. Or maybe spending time at the beach with loved ones for a holiday. But ...

Walking in nature has been shown to boost physical and mental health, lowering stress and restoring attention. But researchers are finding plenty of mental-health benefits to walking in urban areas, ...

There’s nothing better for me than being immersed in nature. Whether I’m staring up into redwood trees, coming across a profusion of wildflowers, listening to ocean waves, or being mesmerized by a ...

Vacation season is here. What should you do to rest and recharge? If your goal is to stop feeling constantly short of time and finally take a deep breath, then a new study in People and Nature offers ...