Magic of Sylvotherapy in Muel

 

Discover the Magic of Sylvotherapy in Muel 🌿

In the charming village of Muel, sylvotherapy (forest therapy) is especially powerful, thanks to the high concentration of negative ions in the air. These tiny, invisible particles have incredible benefits for our health and well-being.

🌀 The Power of Negative Ions
Scientific studies have shown that negative ions are not just good for us — they are biologically active and help regulate our body's natural rhythms. Research from the Russian Academy of Sciences even found that exposure to negative ions boosts the activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD), a powerful antioxidant that protects our cells.

Where do negative ions come from?
They are naturally created through processes like photosynthesis, the movement of water, and even natural radioactivity. The highest concentrations can be found:

• At the foot of waterfalls: 10,000–50,000 ions/cm³

• In the mountains (around 1,200 meters): 8,000 ions/cm³

• By the sea: 4,000 ions/cm³

• In forests: 3,000 ions/cm³

In contrast, in polluted cities or indoors, levels drop drastically. This is why spending time in nature — especially forests — is one of the best ways to recharge and restore our balance.

🌱 The "Happiness Bacterium"
There's another hidden treasure in nature: the Mycobacterium vaccae bacterium found in the soil. When we touch the earth, walk barefoot, or simply play in the dirt like children, we come into contact with this amazing microorganism. It helps stimulate the production of serotonin, the "happiness hormone," boosting our mood, memory, and even our immune system!

Studies in Finland have shown that regular contact with forest soil strengthens children's immunity and improves gut health in just a few weeks. And research on mice has revealed that exposure to this bacterium leads to better focus, calmer responses to stress, and an overall sense of well-being.

🎨 Creative Sylvotherapy
One beautiful way we connect with the forest is through creative sylvotherapy — making natural art. Participants gather fallen branches, leaves, flowers, bark, and other forest treasures to create stunning mandalas or other artworks.
No plants are uprooted or damaged — we simply use what the forest generously offers.
At the end of the session, we leave our creations behind, allowing nature to reclaim them, but we often capture a photo to remember the experience. 🌸