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Forest walks may boost mood and calm nerves, small study suggests

NCT ID NCT07114146

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Vigo Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether walking in a forest changes heart rate, blood pressure, and mood compared to walking indoors on a treadmill. Sixteen healthy adults took part, each completing three outdoor forest walks and one indoor walk. Researchers measured heart rate variability, blood pressure, and mood before and after each walk. The goal was to see if nature exposure has measurable short-term benefits for the body and mind.

What this could mean

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Active substance
walking in forest environments
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward simple, nature-based ways to improve mood and reduce stress in healthy people.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 16 healthy adults. Results may not apply to everyone, and any benefits are likely short-term.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

16 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

50 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: \- Those who have the ability and physical strength to walk 3 km in a calm manner without presenting or consciously suffering any type of adverse symptom. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * History of severe physical or mental illness * Drug addiction (including narcotic drugs and non-narcotics) habitual. * High risk of fall * Severe outdoor allergies

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Conditions

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mood disorder

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Autonomic nervous system activity Forest therapy Healthy subjects (HS) MOOD

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Universidad de Vigo. Campus Pontevedra

    Pontevedra, Pontevedra, 36005, Spain

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