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A ground-breaking investigation into newly discovered evidence showing that remarkable things happen to our bodies and our minds when our senses connect with the natural world.

We all take for granted the idea that being in nature makes us feel better. But if you were a skeptical scientist—or indeed any kind of sceptic—who wanted hard scientific evidence for this idea, where would you look? And how would that evidence be gathered?

It wasn’t until Dr. Kathy Willis was asked to contribute to an international project looking for the societal benefits we gain from plants that she stumbled across a study that radically changed the way she saw the natural world. In the study there was clear proof that patients recovering from gall bladder operations recovered more quickly if they were looking at trees.

In fact, in the last decade there has been an explosion of “proof" that incredible things happen to our bodies and our minds when our senses interact with the natural world. In Good Nature, Kathy Willis takes the reader on a journey with her to dig out all the experiments around the world that are looking for this evidence—experiments made easier by the new kinds of data being collected from satellites and big-data biobanks. Having a vase of roses on your desk or a green wall in your office makes a measurable difference to your wellbeing; certain scents in room diffusers genuinely can boost your immune system; and, in a chapter that Kathy calls "Hidden Sense" we learn that touching organic soil has a significant effect on the healthiness of your microbiome.

What is remarkable about this book is how its revelations should to be commonsense– schools should let children play in nature to improve their health and concentration; urban streets should have trees—and yet it reveals just how difficult it is to prove this to businesses and governments. As Kathy Willis says in her narrative, "We now know enough to self-prescribe in our homes, offices or working spaces, gardens, and when out walking. However small these individual actions might be, overall they have the potential to provide a large number of health benefits. And we need to be encouraging others to do the same. Nature is far more than just something that is useful for our health. It is not a dispensable commodity. It is an inherent part of us.

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A provocative title! "AI Snake Oil" suggests that some AI products or claims might be misleading, exaggerated, or even fraudulent.

This phrase echoes the concerns of many experts who caution against overhyping AI capabilities, misrepresenting AI as a silver bullet, or making unsubstantiated claims about AI's potential.

It's essential to approach AI with a critical and nuanced perspective, recognizing both its potential benefits and limitations. By doing so, we can foster a more informed and realistic understanding of AI's role in shaping our world.

"AI Snake Oil: What Artificial Intelligence Can Do, What It Can’t, and How to Tell the Difference" is a book written by Arvind Narayanan and Sayash Kapoor, published by Princeton University Press. The book aims to provide readers with the tools to critically evaluate AI claims and identify exaggerated or misleading claims.

The authors, both computer scientists and AI enthusiasts, argue that understanding AI is crucial for navigating its growing influence in society. They emphasize that AI is not a single entity, but rather a collection of different technologies with varying capabilities.

Throughout the book, Narayanan and Kapoor provide examples of AI applications that are valuable and those that are, as the title suggests, "snake oil." They also warn of the dangers of a world where AI continues to be controlled by largely unaccountable big tech companies.

Overall, "AI Snake Oil" offers a nuanced and informative perspective on the capabilities and limitations of AI, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to separate hype from reality.

Many thanks to Meta AI for explaining the term and for furnishing info about the book

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"*The Satvic Revolution*" by Subah Saraf and Harshvardhan Saraf is a comprehensive guide to achieving peak health, energy, and happiness. The book outlines.       *Seven life-changing habits* that the authors, who are also co-founders of the Satvic Movement, used to overcome their own chronic health issues.

These habits focus on four key areas:

*physical health,* 

*mental well-being,* *relationships*, and *spirituality*. 

Some of the habits include eating living, wholesome, and plant-based foods, sleeping like a baby, celebrating movement, and nourishing relationships.

The book has received praise from various notable figures, including Juhi Chawla, BK Shivani, and Gauranga Das, who have appreciated its *unique blend of ancient wisdom and modern science*.

Overall, "The Satvic Revolution" offers a holistic approach to achieving overall well-being and happiness, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to transform their life.

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