About this show:
Do you take any medicinal herbs? This week we have an hour of power with pioneer herbalist, entrepreneur and now regenerative farmer and research philanthropist, Ric Scalzo. Some of the parts to the show:
• Ric’s journey from philosophy student to herbal medicine and naturopathy
• Fascinating insights on herbs like hawthorn, wormwood and schisandra and the role of herbs in spike protein detoxification.
• The power of plants to support immune health post-pandemic and with viruses in general.
• How regenerative farming techniques can dramatically boost the yields and potency of herbs.
• The amazing impact of earthworms on soil health.
• Applying naturopathic principles to running a business as a true force for good – for people and planet!
If you’re a herb nerd, regenerative agriculture fan or want to feel hopeful that you can build big, ethical businesses that truly serve, don’t miss this episode packed with practical wisdom and inspiring possibilities for a regenerative future.
Ric’s passion and decades of experience shine through as he shares game-changing insights on harnessing nature’s intelligence to heal people and planet.
Enjoy the show, your host,
Alexx Stuart
Founder of Low Tox Life and the Low Tox movement
Join me on Insta @lowtoxlife
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Website: https://kokoralife.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kokoralife
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About Ric Scalzo
Ric Scalzo began his exploration of herbal and naturopathic medicine in 1980, delving into fields such as Naturopathic Herbal Medicine, Eclectic Herbal Medicine, Ayurvedic Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and various diagnostic methods. He earned a master’s degree in Herbal Medicine from the School of Herbal Medicine and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine. After several years of medical practice, Ric founded Gaia Herbs in 1987 and grew Gaia to the most respected and successful herbal company in the country. After selling Gaia in 2019, Ric established the Institute of Botanical Research in Arizona and established CR Medicinal Farms, a regenerative organic farm in Costa Rica. These became the stepping stones for his new adventure called Kokora, a herbal products company focused on regenerative organic cultivation with a mission to “create the finest herbal remedies that promote health and vitality for all”.
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About Marca Suncare
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Title show track, by LIOR.
Love the podcast music? You will hear excerpts from Lior’s track “Caught Up” – go check it out on iTunes or Spotify if you want to hear the whole song or album, Scattered Reflections. Co-written with Cameron Deyell, it’s a great song and I love the reflective energy of it – perfect for the show, right? Enjoy. Lior is always touring, so do check out his website. It is wonderful to hear him sing live, trust me.
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