Plants That Heal The Mind And Body

Every year in September, as we celebrate National Nutrition Month, we witness a frenzied series of activities highlighting the importance of nutrition. One of the themes this year is Poshan ke liye podhey (nutritional plants).

- Neelanjana Singh

Cultivating a kitchen garden is perhaps the simplest and most effective way of healing the body. I have frequently talked about the immune-boosting properties of the many plants that can easily be grown at home in pots. Edible green leaves are among the most nutrient-dense foods, packed with a range of health benefits.

However, when we talk about health, we often focus too much on the physical. Today, I talk about how plants can also heal the mind. This is a particularly stressful time for all of us around the world, imploring us to seek all kinds of therapeutic measures.