Ep 551: The Power of Herbal Medicine & Regenerative Farming With Ric Scalzo

In this episode, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Ric Scalzo, a pioneer in herbal medicine and regenerative agriculture. Founder of Gaia Herbs and now leading Kokora, Ric shares his insights into the deep connection between mind, heart, and spirit—the meaning behind the Japanese term Kokoro and why the soil your herbs are grown in matters.

🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🌿 Why your herbs and food are only as nutritious as the soil they’re grown in
🌾 How regenerative farming keeps nutrients in the soil for potent herbal remedies
🦠 Why farm-fermented microorganisms are essential for plant growth
🌱 The difference between organic and regenerative farming
🍃 How excess weed growth signals poor nitrogen in your garden
🌍 Why barren soil biomes can be damaged in just a few days

💡 Key Takeaways:

• The vibration of sound in language—how Ka in Kokora ties into Japanese philosophy.
• The importance of showing up for nature’s healing power without interfering.
• A behind-the-scenes look at organic herb farming in China and why soil quality matters.
• The energetics of herbal medicine and how plant potency is directly tied to soil health.

🌟 Resources from the Show:
🔗 Kokora – Ric Scalzo’s latest venture
🔗 Rodale Institute – Regenerative Farming Research
🔗 Ric Scalzo Research at Sonoran University

🎧 Tune in now to discover the future of herbal medicine and the regenerative power of nature! 🌿