Researchers Say Going to the Beach Is Good for Your Health

It calms the nerves. It boosts serotonin levels. It may even fulfill a deep genetic longing. The beach, it turns out, is good for you. This lengthy and somewhat persuasive piece in the LA Times reports that new research shows that simply being in nature is good for the mind and body
— and the beach may be particularly healthful. Not only have studies
found that most people are drawn to water, but simply looking at water
appears to help alleviate anxiety and calm agitated nerves. Read more.