The Science Behind Beach Therapy: Health Benefits Explained

Got a sinus infection? Here's a Z-pack. Suffering from Anxiety? Here's a little Lexapro. Blood pressure high? Lisinopril may work for you, but you know what could cure a LOT of problems for a LOT of people? A trip to the beach.

A Bad Day at the Beach is Still a Day at the Beach

Even a bad day at the beach is still a day at the beach, am I right? What is it about visiting the coast or the white sandy gulf that just makes everything better? We could probably make a list that stretches all the way to PCB, but did you know that the health benefits of a salty vacay are actually backed by science?

Reduced Stress, Social Connection, Calm Mind

According to National Geographic, "There's something deeply healing about the ocean, and science is starting to prove it. Researchers have found that spending time at the coast can reduce stress, encourage social connection, and promote alpha frequencies that calm the mind."

Sound Healing at the Beach

So, it's not just the delicious seafood and time with family and friends that make you feel better at the beach. The Vitamin D from sunbathing, the fresh air, connection with nature, and even the sounds are considered healing.

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Licensed Psychotherapist, Angela Buttimer, MS, NCC, RYT, LPC, shared, "Research on sound healing has found that the sound of the beach is very healing. Just listening to the waves relaxes the neurophysiology, and we know that relaxation is good for both the body and the brain. Think about the sounds you hear at the beach – you don’t often hear people fighting or listening to the news,”

Your Health is Most Important

She also went on to explain how we as a society have a tendency to neglect our health and even relationships for the sake of getting things done. Work and tasks come first. Sound familiar? Touch a nerve there? It does for me sometimes too, unfortunately.

A Trip to the Beach Would Cure Everything

OK, maybe not EVERYTHING, but I think we all should talk with our doctors at our next check-up. It sounds like instead of prescribing medication for what ails us, a trip to the beach would work just fine instead. Even better, I bet! Let me know how it goes!