Nature as Medicine: Why Doctors Are Prescribing the Outdoors

Can Nature Really Heal Us? The Science Behind Lifestyle Medicine

In this episode, we explore how nature itself—through movement, nourishment, connection, and rest—can act as powerful medicine. Guided by the six pillars of lifestyle medicine, we break down how simple, evidence-based habits can prevent, treat, and even reverse chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension.

We dive into how a plant-forward diet reduces inflammation, why regular movement outdoors supports both heart and brain health, and how stress management techniques—especially those rooted in nature—can lower cortisol and improve longevity. You'll also learn about the science behind restorative sleep, the impact of reducing harmful substances, and why social connection is a vital part of healing.

These six core pillars reflect the idea that the body is designed to heal—when given the right conditions. And more often than not, those conditions are found not in a pharmacy, but in the world around us.

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