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Beating Cancer Daily with Saranne Rothberg ~ Stage IV Cancer Survivor

Forest Bathing Away Cancer with Saranne

27 Nov 2025

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Today on Beating Cancer Daily, Saranne discovers a unique and nature-integrated strategy for boosting well-being during and after cancer treatments: forest bathing. On vacation in the Adirondacks, Saranne uncovers the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or forest bathing, which transcends simple outdoor excursions by offering a holistic, multisensory experience. As a Stage IV cancer survivor, Saranne shares her amazement and the scientifically backed benefits of this practice, emphasizing its potential to improve sleep quality, mood, focus, and stress levels—all crucial for those undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. "Can you imagine beyond the leaves, beyond the trees, beyond birds, and beyond just breathing in clean, fresh air? This is a multi-sensory exploration of the forest." ~Saranne Today on Beating Cancer Daily: ·     Exploring the Japanese practice of forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku·     The scientifically backed benefits of connecting deeply with nature·     How to engage in forest bathing using all five senses·     The importance of a digital detox to enhance the forest bathing experience·     Potential physical health benefits like reducing blood pressure and boosting the immune system·     Respecting safety guidelines, such as not forest bathing alone during cancer treatment·     The emotional and psychological healing from forest bathing·     Practical steps to find certified forest bathing programs nearby Resources Mentioned: ·     JapanTravel.com (source for detailed guides on Shinrin-yoku)·     National Geographic (highlighting the Adirondacks as a top forest bathing location)·     The book "Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness" by Dr. Qing Li2025 People’s Choice Podcast Awards Finalist Ranked the Top 5 Best Cancer Podcasts by CancerCare News in 2024 & 2025, and #1 Rated Cancer Survivor Podcast by FeedSpot in 2024 Beating Cancer Daily is listened to in over 130 countries across 7 continents and features over 390 original daily episodes hosted by Stage IV survivor  Saranne Rothberg.   To learn more about Host Saranne Rothberg and The ComedyCures Foundation:https://www.comedycures.org/ To write to Saranne or a guest:https://www.comedycures.org/contact-8 To record a message to Saranne or a guest:https://www.speakpipe.com/BCD_Comments_Suggestions To sign up for the free Health Builder Series live on Zoom with Saranne and Jacqui, go to The ComedyCures Foundation's homepage:https://www.comedycures.org/ Please support the creation of more original episodes of Beating Cancer Daily and other free ComedyCures Foundation programs with a tax-deductible contribution:http://bit.ly/ComedyCuresDonate THANK YOU! Please tell a friend whom we may help, and please support us with a beautiful review. Have a blessed day! Saranne 

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