Dive into the world of Damiana with host Ali Wright on "The Benefits: Plant Medicine Unlocked." 🌿 From its roots in ancient Mayan and Aztec civilizations as a revered aphrodisiac to its potential health benefits in modern times, we explore the rich tapestry of stories and science behind this fascinating herb. Discover the ethnobotanical significance, the folklore, and the potential mechanisms that make Damiana a plant of intrigue. Whether you're a tea enthusiast, a plant medicine aficionado,...

On today's episode where we dive deep into the fascinating world of Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil. From its origins in ancient India to its diverse medicinal properties, let's unravel the secrets of this revered plant!

This episode discusses the fascinating plant, Verbascum thapsus, commonly known as mullein. Mullein is a versatile herb that has been used for various medicinal purposes throughout history. Join me as I briefly explore the history, ethnobotany, and health benefits of Verbascum thapsus.

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast! Today, we will be exploring the fascinating world of two unique and versatile plants, butterfly pea flower and lemongrass. Both of these plants have long and rich histories in traditional medicine and cuisine, and have recently gained attention for their potential health benefits. Butterfly pea flower, also known as "Clitoria ternatea," is a plant that is native to tropical Asia, and has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine to treat a...

📍 Burdock root is native to Europe and Asia has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine and Japanese Kampo traditional medicine to treat all sorts of things, circulation, skin issues, digestive issues. It was known as a blood cleanser, so it is something that's steeped in history. But now modern science has kind of proven some of those effects.

Discover with me as I explore Ayurveda, Unani, traditional Chinese medicine, traditional Egyptian medicine, and modern ethnobotany.