The Major Health Issues from Spending Too Much Time Indoors and Researched Ways to Fix it with Dr. John La Puma

Feel Good Podcast with Kimberly Snyder · Jun 8, 2026 · 56m

Summary

Discover the profound impact of outdoor time on health, aging, and mental well-being with Dr. John La Puma. Learn practical, science-backed strategies to incorporate outdoor activities into daily life for better sleep, mood, and longevity.

Chapters

00:00 The Gift of Nature and Outdoor Living

03:13 The Science of Outdoor Benefits

06:01 Indoor vs Outdoor: The Pollution Debate

09:14 The Importance of Morning Light

11:57 The Role of Play in Adult Life

14:58 The Impact of Screens on Children

18:02 The Power of Walking Outdoors

26:29 The Importance of Nature and Blue Spaces

29:54 Dopamine…