Journal
Plant Potential: Julia Bainbridge - Shiso Leaves
For her Plant Potential recipe, she used Shiso leaves, which are rich in calcium and iron, have anti-inflammatory properties as well as antioxidants.
Plant Potential: Emily Miller - Ashwagandha
I sometimes have trouble taking adaptogens and need to keep coming up with clever ways to disguise them into my morning routine
Plant Potential: Dr. Anna Gold - Ginger Root
San Francisco-based doctor of acupuncture, Chinese medicine specializing in women’s health, and founder and herbalist of Dr. Anna Gold herbal tinctures, Dr. Anna Gold crafted an immune-enhancing tonic with ginger root.
Plant Potential: Aishwarya Iyer - Olive Oil
According to Aishwarya, olive oil is a foundation of wellness, a cornerstone of nourishment for thousands of years and a historic source of well-being and ceremony.
Plant Potential: Deborah Williamson - Mandarin Peel
Deborah brews this tea in the fall and winter as her go-to remedy for colds and as a preventative to stay healthy. Her Chinese herbalist, Maureen Larkin, introduced her to the blend a few years ago and she’s been addicted to it ever since.
Plant Potential: Carolyn Barron - California Poppy
“A distant cousin of the Opium Poppy without the déclassé trappings of having morphine and being addictive, I use this herb in my clinic for patients that have pain or worries that get in the way of sleep.” - Carolyn Baron, Acupuncturist
Plant Potential: Fanny Singer - Rocket
Plant Potential is back with Fanny Singer, San Francisco-based writer and co-founder of design brand Permanent Collection.
Plant Potential: Loria Stern and Pomegranate
"You are a reflection of what you eat. Hydration is key."
Plant Potential: Natasha Pickowicz
Plant Potential: Tara Norvell - Miso Mandate
"I chose miso because without culturing, there is no culture!"
Plant Potential: Cortney Burns - Persimmon Perfection
Plant Potential: Alison Attenborough - Sea Buckthorn Style
“These berries are tart and acidic, but super healthy. They are rich in omega oils and vitamin C, which is great for the immune system, heals inflammation and supposedly helps with menopause.”
Plant Potential: Leanne Citrone - Ode to Orange Blossom
“Orange blossom adds a subtle flavor and smells so good. It’s a diverse, clean, simple, and elegant ingredient.”
Plant Potential: Jewel Zimmer - Pondering Pink Peppercorn
“Pink peppercorns add complexity in the simplest way. This botanical refreshment is the ultimate beauty water!”. –Jewel Zimmer