Terry and I work a lot of hours. We create 2 newsletters each week and then there is our radio show. The People’s Pharmacy is heard on over 200 NPR stations/repeaters. There is a lot of work that goes into creating a nationally syndicated show and podcast. We also write newspaper columns for readers across the country. All that means we spend way too much time in front of a computer. The highlight of our day is taking our wonderful pooch Lulu on lots of walks. She loves them and so do we!
LuLu relaxing before a walk
Why Should You Spend More Time Outdoors?
The answer is straightforward. It’s good for your health! You knew that, but let me count the ways:
- Morning light exposure helps us sleep better at night!
- Bright light will reduce our risk of dementia
- Forest bathing helps against stress, and can lower blood pressure
- Time outside reduces our risk of depression
- Looking at the horizon improves our vision
- Walking outdoors is good for our heart
Sound Too Good to Be True? Watch Dr. John La Puma!
It’s been years since we talked to Dr. John LaPuma. He is a a board-certified internist, trained chef, and regenerative farmer who pioneered the Culinary Medicine movement. He is now leading the charge behind Outdoor Rx, the evidence-based response to the indoor epidemic. Dr. La Puma’s latest book is Indoor Epidemic: 93% Inside Steals Sleep, Focus & Years—The 7% Outdoor Rx Restores Them
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