The Nature Fix, By Florence Williams

As the wise Hippocrates once said, “Nature itself is the best physician.” The topic of nature playing a tremendous role in the health of the human population has always been heavily debated. Though, over the course of hundreds of years, scientists have performed countless studies and tests to either prove or disprove this claim. Florence Williams, author of The Nature Fix, is one of the millions of people that have discovered the health benefits that nature can provide. To be physically, mentally, and spiritually healthy, it is vital for people to be interactive with nature in various aspects of their lives. One of the most frequent questions that people ask is, “What are the physical health changes that can occur from a person connecting with
1). The adage of the adage. When the proper amount of time is spent in nature, people can realize and analyze the fact that all five senses are constantly in use outside. For example, in terms of smell, people tend to smell flowers, fresh cut grass, any animals, and fire. Taste can be used when a person tries freshly picked berries and mushrooms. It is also crucial to determine whether a substance is harmful or safe to eat. A person uses sight to see where they are going, how to get to their desired location safely, and to look at their surroundings. Hearing is also used to analyze surroundings, can be used to help sense danger, or just relax by listening to the flow of water or the chirping of birds. Lastly, people use touch to feel their surroundings, and pick items that may interest them. It is important to take note of the five senses while outside, and how each of them is used in their own unique way. In terms of the mental, physical, and spiritual health of a person, the role nature plays cannot be denied. Florence Williams, author of The Nature Fix, is one of the many people that shared the same opinion. Through countless tests, studies, and more, the health benefits from being in nature have been proven