Food is Medicine

Why Medicinal Plants Matter: 3 Powerful Ways They Shape Modern Health

Clinically Verified, Drugs From Plants, Evidence-Based Medicine, Food is Medicine, Plant Medicine, Preventative Medicine, Research / By Nicolette Perry

Throughout history, plant medicine has been the foundation of healing. Both humans and animals have evolved alongside medicinal plants, harnessing their natural properties for treatment. Before the chemical revolution, 200 years ago and before, plant medicine was the only form of medication. Many people grew their own medicinal plants – understanding how to treat their common […]

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The importance of tea to look after your brain

Clinically Verified, Evidence-Based Medicine, Food is Medicine, Memory, Plant Medicine, Research / By Nicolette Perry

Everyone wants to prioritise cognitive function, and adopting preventive measures through dietary choices is not only straightforward but also delicious. So can tea contribute to the wellbeing of your brain? … Delving into the cognitive advantages of green tea, as spotlighted on Radio 4’s Just One Thing ‘Drink Green Tea’ with Michael Mosley talking to our colleague Dr

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Chinese star anise: Affirming traditional applications, highlighting its potent biological activities

Evidence-Based Medicine, Food is Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Plant Medicine, Research / By Nicolette Perry

While awaiting clinically-verified evidence, a substantial body of supporting information attests to the traditional medicinal efficacy of Chinese star anise. Its range of bioactive components mean that it offers us numerous benefits.

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The Waiting Gardens of the North

Art, Events, Evidence-Based Medicine, Food is Medicine, Plant Medicine, Wellbeing / By Nicolette Perry

We’re pleased to have been working in association with renowned Iraqi-American artist Michael Rakowitz, for his current exhibition The Waiting Gardens of the North at Baltic. Commissioned by Baltic in partnership with the IWM 14-18 NOW Legacy Fund, this major project responds to conflict by, figuratively and literally, nurturing a community and an evolving indoor garden landscape. Read comment

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Why Medicinal Plants Matter: 3 Powerful Ways They Shape Modern Health

The importance of tea to look after your brain

Chinese star anise: Affirming traditional applications, highlighting its potent biological activities

The Waiting Gardens of the North

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