Cacao: The Heart of the Mexica People by Candace Quintana There’s something truly magical about cacao. Not the sugary chocolate bars we see everywhere, but the real, earthy, bitter cacao that comes straight from the heart of the land. This sacred plant has been used... A Very Tasty New Mexican Mushroom by Dr. Marija Helt Gathered under pines, I like to eat white boletes. Free delicious food. Ponderosa pines, is where you’ll find these fungi. Roast for nutty taste. As September’s “Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms of New Mexico” class... The Healing Power of Flowers by Atava Garcia Swiecicki If we are peaceful, if we are happy, we can blossom like a flower, and everyone in our family, our entire society, will benefit from our peace. Thich Nhat Hahn Falling in Love with Flower Essences Flower... The Versatile Mulberry From Ancient Traditions to Modern ‘Invasions’ by Jennileen Joseph The mulberry plant, belonging to the genus Morus, stands as a testament to nature’s adaptability and human ingenuity. This deciduous tree, with its sweet fruit, has woven... When the Immune System Goes Rogue by Dr. Marija Helt Oyster Mushrooms A healthy immune system distinguishes between what’s safe and what’s potentially dangerous, protecting us from the latter. “Safe” stuff includes our own cells, tissues, and substances that the body... Dreaming with Plants by Atava Garcia Swiecicki Loss and grief are an inevitable part of being human, and we all will experience both in our lifetimes. Modern westernized culture doesn’t offer many tools to support us when we are facing loss, whether it by death of... Mushroom Hunting at the Grocery Store by Dr. Marija Helt Button Mushrooms Not everyone’s keen on foraging for wild mushrooms. The reluctance may be due to concerns about accurate identification, a lack of time, living in an area where foraging isn’t possible, or some... Accumulation by Jennileen Joseph When we wash our hair, we don’t expect the shampoo to do all the work. We know the wash is one part shampoo, one part our effort. Without effort, the shampoo is just a waste, without the shampoo, our efforts are for naught. We... Caring for Our Broken Hearts Herbal Remedies and Practices for Heartbreak and Grief by Atava Garcia Swiecicki Loss and grief are an inevitable part of being human, and we all will experience both in our lifetimes. Modern westernized culture doesn’t offer many tools... Calendula: Ally Against Gut Inflammation by Dr. Marija Helt You may be noticing a lot of talk about gut health lately. There’s a reason for this. The health of the gut is key to the health of the rest of the body. An unhealthy gut is a drag on overall health.... 
