My Journey to Founding Bo-tanics Aroma-Herbary – As I walk through the terraced gardens of Bo-tanics Aroma-Herbary, I’m transported back to my childhood, a time when my love for plants first took root.  My mother, an avid gardener herself, taught me the names of each wildflower we’d come across on our walks through the South Downs in Sussex.  I used to be in awe of her knowledge and memory. 

Volcanoes are one of nature’s most powerful forces, shaping the land and influencing both the environment and human culture. Living in Iceland brings your interest to Volcanos and the power within. The energy produced by volcanoes is immense, and the materials they release have a significant impact on the world.

The evidence continues to mount: plant-based nutrition is a powerful solution for improving human and planetary health. A recent article by Shireen Kassam, MD, in the International Journal of Disease Reversal and Prevention, highlights key scientific papers from 2024 that underscore this point. Following is a brief summary of these findings.

We all know the feeling: a low, resonant vibration emanating from within as we hum a favorite tune or simply express contentment. Humming is a sound so basic and universal that it often goes unnoticed. Yet, a growing body of evidence suggests that this simple act is far more than a casual vocalization. Conscious humming, it turns out, can be a potent practice for self-healing and profound transformation.

We often think of food as simply fuel, but what if our relationship with food reveals deeper truths about ourselves? The way we approach meals can mirror how we navigate relationships, work, emotions, and self-care. This concept invites us to explore our “mealtime story” and uncover patterns that extend far beyond the plate.

Following are three delicious green drink recipes developed by Healing Diets Coach student, Kristina Martin, with a focus on liver & kidney health, mood and nutrient sufficiency. Enjoy!

The Romany people are a broad group of related tribes and clans. They can be traced back to the 14th century, but were probably much earlier. Originally descended from migrants in India who share a similar Romani dialect and tradition. There are various different branches and tribes and didn’t really show up in consensuses over the ages due to there nomadic lifestyle.

Prickly pear is a member of the cactus family, known in Mexico as Nopal Cactus. Both the fruit, and the prickly pads (botanically known as cladodes) are edible and provide many nutritional benefits. Here I will focus on the species Opuntia ficus indica, which is the species that grows near where I live, and that is most cultivated for its fruits and pads.

Sunbathing and earthing (or grounding) are two ancient practices that Vitalism identifies as crucial for maintaining health and vitality. Vitalism is a philosophical and medical doctrine originating in the 18th century, that postulates that life is driven by an inherent force that transcends physical and chemical processes and sees health as a flow of “life force”.