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For centuries, poets and philosophers extolled the benefits of a walk in the woods: Beethoven drew inspiration from rocks and trees; Wordsworth composed while tromping over the heath; Nikola Tesla conceived the electric motor while visiting a park. Intrigued by our storied renewal in the natural world, Florence Williams sets out to uncover the science behind nature's positive effects on the brain.

Diabetes is one of the most widespread modern diseases. It’s estimated that up to 400 million people in the world have diabetes. Over half of U.S. adults have diabetes or pre-diabetes. The World Health Organization predicts that by the year 2030, diabetes will be the 7th leading cause of death in the world. Diabetes doubles the risk of overall death and someone with diabetes is expected to have a 5-10 year shorter life expectancy.

The belief that science and technology can fix all our problems is widespread – but is it justified? The Beyond the Fix podcast by Critical Scientists Switzerland offers a deep dive into commonly proposed fixes to the challenges we face today in areas such as climate, energy, economics, agriculture, food and human health. Our host Thomas Kobel talks to scientists, policy-makers, and practitioners about thought-provoking perspectives that will not leave your view of promised solutions untouched.

You can never eat just one of whatever snack you’re munching on. You drink to excess. You get up before dawn and drive home from work in the dark. You stare at your phone or computer screen all day. You can't remember the last time you took a walk and noticed nature. You can't remember the last time you felt the sand beneath your feet. As you read this, you are craving that fresh air fix. You are so removed from natural surroundings, you've lost your spark. Even your relationships feel toxic and don't serve you.

Struggling to get your Nature Fix? We got you. Join host Claire Hickinbotham and people whose lives have been changed by the outdoors. Every month come with us on a new adventure. We'll be inspiring you with ideas, from stargazing in the city, top walks for your wellbeing, wildlife spotting in surprising places, and strolls steeped in folklore. Wherever you are and however much time you have, come away with ideas on how to get your own Nature Fix. Discover more podcasts from the National Trust This podcast is made by the National Trust, Europe’s biggest conservation charity. ...

It's time to Ditch The Quick Fix! Are you suffering from chronic illness, pain, and tired of needing the quick fix of a cocktail of medications to get through each day? This podcast is here to show you a path to better health without the dependency on conventional medicine or other “quick fixes”. If you're ready to Ditch The Quick Fix, head over to: ditchthequickfix.com