Nature walks are nice; can a city stroll be just as good?

Nature walks are nice; can a city stroll be just as good?

With every step on the trail, fallen leaves crinkle underfoot. The path follows a stream, rushing and burbling over smooth, gray stones, while a breeze rustles the branches overhead. Now compare that blissful mental image to what you might walk past in a city — traffic, crowds, concrete and glass. Which seems better for you? Walking in nature has been shown to boost physical and mental health, lowering stress and restoring attention. But researc…