Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
Empowering Self-Reliance and Sustainable Living & Microbiomes
Understanding transpiration and the concept of a “soil sponge” is key to preventing fires and maintaining climate balance. Transpiration, where plants release water vapor into the air, acts like a natural air conditioner. This added moisture helps keep the area cooler and plants more hydrated, lowering the chance of fires …
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I’ve been wrestling with how to articulate my thoughts on the desire to analyze herbs for specific nutrients especially minerals. To break down these complex plants into neat little lists of vitamins and minerals, to quantify their goodness in milligrams and percentages is not always best (extractive in nature). I …
Why We Need Umwelt: Ecological Storytelling Imagine, for a moment, that you’re not just you. You’re a bee, a wolf, a tree, or even a bacterium. How would the world appear? What would you sense? How would you interact with your environment? These questions aren’t just flights of fancy; they’re …
except from the Human Microbiome Course Manual This is one of my favorite stories because you know the story. You already know what I’m going to tell you… I’m just going to bring it to your attention. Some of the words you might not understand yet, but you will understand …
The concept of “trusting one’s gut” is often used metaphorically to describe bravery, intuition, and decision-making. But what does it really mean to “trust your gut”? The answer lies in the complex relationship between our physical and emotional selves. When we speak of “having guts,” we’re referring to the courage …
The notion that probiotics can revolutionize human and animal health has sparked a flurry of innovation in genetic engineering. By tampering with the genetic makeup of microorganisms, scientists aim to amplify their beneficial effects on our well-being. However, this pursuit of precision has led to a precarious path, as attempts …
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Permaculture, a philosophy rooted in sustainability and ecological harmony, offers a profound perspective on problem-solving: the problem is often the solution itself. This principle challenges conventional thinking by suggesting that by deeply understanding and embracing the challenges we face, we can uncover innovative paths forward. Central to this concept is …
This article is taken from a section of the Human Microbiome Course This is one of my favorite stories because you know the story. You already know what I’m going to tell you… I’m just going to bring it to your attention. Some of the words you might not understand …