Todd Plummer is a travel and style writer from Boston with over ten years of experience. He has visited seven continents and over seventy countries on assignment.

Forest bathing, or "Shinrin-yoku" in Japanese, is a practice that has gained global popularity as a powerful tool for enhancing physical and mental well-being. Unlike hiking or vigorous outdoor ...

AOMORI--A government project is under way to keep afloat the Japanese tradition of mixed-gender bathing, which is becoming less common due to an increase in male bathers who show up only to ogle ...

The Japanese began practicing shinrin yoku in the 80s. The term translates to forest bathing. They found that immersing oneself in the pine forests of Japan helped reduce stress, anxiety and ...

"The 'tuck-friendly' swim suits are for adults only," Castañeda told the news service. The AP said it did find a kids' swim skirt from Target that said it was "Thoughtfully Fit on Multiple Body ...

A new study from University of Waterloo researchers suggests that forest bathing, the simple method ... specific natural urban design features. "Teens are frequently excluded from any kind of ...

Bathing has also been shown to destabilize temperature and vital signs in premature infants. [19] The AWHONN Neonatal Skin Care Guideline [8] recommends that the first bath be given between 2 and ...

One of the most fascinating and beneficial Japanese practices is Shinrin-Yoku, or "forest bathing." It sounds fancy, but it’s simply about immersing yourself in nature to experience its healing ...

Pitru Paksha 2024 focuses on seeking ancestral blessings through aroma therapy bathing rituals tailored to each zodiac sign. The article suggests specific essential oils that enhance spiritual ...