In this episode of The Deep Dive, we explore the unique journey of Sam Kaufman from Herbal Medics Academy as he tackles severe COVID and long COVID symptoms using his extensive knowledge of herbal medicine. Discover how Sam's personal battle with COVID-19, despite being vaccinated, led him to unconventional herbal remedies and techniques.

Hear about Sam's life-saving use of steam inhalations with herbs like juniper berry and grindelia during the acute phase of his illness, and how he navigated the challenges of limited resources while living at high altitudes. Dive into his post-COVID struggles with neurological symptoms, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD, which he attributes to nervous system inflammation.

Uncover the pivotal role of Sananga, applied intraocularly, in lifting the fog of depression, and the surprising focus-enhancing effects of sublingual lacticarium on ADHD symptoms. This episode highlights the importance of both the type of herbs used and their administration methods, revealing insights into targeted, direct delivery to potentially unlock new healing potentials for long COVID and beyond. If you are interested in lactucarium or the Neuro-Regen formulas, you can find them at Herbal First Aid Gear

In this intriguing episode, we explore the surprising potential of invasive plants as valuable resources for health and medicine. Focusing on Dyer's Woad, a plant often dismissed as a weed, we delve into its remarkable medicinal properties, especially for respiratory infections. Discover the concept of "invasive medicine" and how traditional Chinese medicine views these plants through a different lens. Featuring insights from Sam Coffman, founder of Herbal Medics Academy, we examine the practicality of harnessing these plants' potential rather than eradicating them. This episode challenges our perceptions and asks us to reconsider how we interact with and label the natural world around us.

Welcome to "The Deep Dive", where we explore the crucial foundation of successful gardening: living soil. This episode takes inspiration from Sam Coffman's latest book, "Survival Gardening," and uncovers the importance of nutrient-rich soil for thriving plants and nutrient-packed produce.

Discover how modern practices like monocropping and heavy use of NPK fertilizers have impacted soil health and the transformative potential of returning to nature's way through composting. Learn about different composting methods, including hot and cold composting, vermicomposting, and even the use of black soldier fly larvae to enhance soil fertility.

Join us as we explore the vital connection between soil health, food nutrient density, and our well-being, encouraging gardeners to invest in their soil as a step towards a more resilient and nourishing garden environment.