Effect of nature prescriptions on cardiometabolic and mental health, and physical activity: a systematic review

A Rationale and Framework for Activating Employers as Agents of Change in the Implementation of Lifestyle as Medicine

“…30 Those findings are consistent with a recent meta-analysis of 28 studies which revealed that nature prescriptions resulted in decreases in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure, had moderate to large effects on both anxiety and depression symptoms, and led to increases in daily step counts. 13…”

“…"Together, we must work to identify the social determinants of health; target prevention through multiple channels by identifying the intersections of various diseases; use data to understand the individuals and the populations we serve; be diligent about removing implicit bias and structural barriers; and harness technology to move health care from episodic, siloed 'sick care' to continuous and integrated 'healthcare'". 10 Preliminary studies 9,11,12 and systematic reviews 13 have demonstrated the effect of lifestyle medicine interventions. Dr. Richard Safeer provides a case study from Johns Hopkins Medicine later in this issue that describes a very compelling example.…”

Outdoor mental healthcare: What, who, why and where to?

“…This situation is consistent with findings from a recent systematic review exploring the importance of social and community services for nature prescriptions and social prescriptions for psychological outcomes. 25 However, these schemes are also limited in scope and the lack of public funding creates a major equity of access issue. A call for structural reform to the Better Access mental health program, including team-based and multidisciplinary care may provide opportunity.…”

Quantifying Nature: Introducing NatureScoreTM and NatureDoseTM as Health Analysis and Promotion Tools

“…30,34,52,53 Like exercise, sleep, and a healthy diet, 54 nature exposure may well be a necessary health behavior to promote longevity, prevent disease, and enhance wellbeing. [55][56][57] "Nature prescribing" by healthcare providers, a growing movement, can serve as a tool for health promotion with minimal cost, side effects, equipment needs, or training requirements. Few medications or existing interventions can match these qualities.…”