Nature-Based Therapies (NBT) are gaining increasing attention for their psychophysical benefits. These interventions, which include activities such as contact with green spaces, forest therapy, and horticultural therapy, are based on the interaction between individuals and the natural environment. Numerous studies have highlighted their role in reducing stress, improving psychological well-being, and promoting metabolic balance. Metabolic syndrome, characterized by a cluster of conditions such as abdominal obesity, hypertension, and insulin resistance, affects approximately one-quarter of the adult population worldwide. This thesis explores how NBT can contribute to the prevention of metabolic syndrome by analyzing the psychophysiological mechanisms and scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness. Specifically, it examines the impact of NBT on key metabolic parameters, the role of stress reduction, and the promotion of healthy and sustainable lifestyles. Integrating these therapies into preventive healthcare represents an innovative opportunity to enhance public health in a sustainable and accessible manner.
Le terapie basate sulla natura (Nature-Based Therapies, NBT) stanno guadagnando crescente attenzione per i loro benefici psicofisici. Questi interventi, che includono attività come il contatto con spazi verdi, la terapia forestale e l'ortoterapia, si basano sull'interazione tra l'individuo e l'ambiente naturale. Numerose ricerche hanno evidenziato il loro ruolo nel ridurre lo stress, migliorare il benessere psicologico e favorire il bilancio metabolico. La sindrome metabolica, caratterizzata da un insieme di condizioni come obesità addominale, ipertensione e insulino-resistenza, è una condizione che interessa circa un quarto della popolazione adulta a livello globale. Questa tesi esplora come le NBT possano contribuire alla prevenzione della sindrome metabolica, analizzando i meccanismi psicofisiologici e le evidenze scientifiche che ne supportano l'efficacia. In particolare, si esamina l'impatto delle NBT su parametri metabolici chiave, il ruolo della riduzione dello stress e la promozione di stili di vita sani e sostenibili. L'integrazione di queste terapie nel contesto della prevenzione rappresenta un'opportunità innovativa per migliorare la salute pubblica in modo sostenibile e accessibile.
Le terapie basate sulla natura per la prevenzione della sindrome metabolica
PISTOIA, GIULIA
2024/2025
Abstract
Nature-Based Therapies (NBT) are gaining increasing attention for their psychophysical benefits. These interventions, which include activities such as contact with green spaces, forest therapy, and horticultural therapy, are based on the interaction between individuals and the natural environment. Numerous studies have highlighted their role in reducing stress, improving psychological well-being, and promoting metabolic balance. Metabolic syndrome, characterized by a cluster of conditions such as abdominal obesity, hypertension, and insulin resistance, affects approximately one-quarter of the adult population worldwide. This thesis explores how NBT can contribute to the prevention of metabolic syndrome by analyzing the psychophysiological mechanisms and scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness. Specifically, it examines the impact of NBT on key metabolic parameters, the role of stress reduction, and the promotion of healthy and sustainable lifestyles. Integrating these therapies into preventive healthcare represents an innovative opportunity to enhance public health in a sustainable and accessible manner.| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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