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The Chelsea Physic Garden PodcastAuthor: Chelsea Physic Garden
Presented by London's oldest botanic garden, Chelsea Physic Garden, join hosts Jess Regan and Ned Sedgwick as they explore the fascinating world of plants and the impacts they have had on history, culture and society. Language: en Genres: History, Home & Garden, Leisure Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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4. Health and Wellbeing
Episode 4
Sunday, 22 February, 2026
The WHO estimates around 70% of the world's population uses plant medicine as their primary form of medicine. In this episode we explore how plants and gardens can support our health and wellbeing, highlighting the importance of green spaces in cities for healthy urban living. Plants featured in this episode include the Marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), and the Monk Fruit (Siraitia grosvenorii). Maya Jayaweera Thomas is a herbologist specialising in plant medicine, as well as a trained chef and market garden grower. Her work centres on finding innovative ways to connect people with their environments through the stories of plants. Ian Dew is an alumnus of Help us Grow, Chelsea Physic Garden's flagship social and therapeutic programme, with teachings on basic gardening as well as the healing power of plants. Louisa Mansfield is the program manager of Future Gardeners, a horticultural training scheme delivered by the Bankside Open Spaces Trust (BOST). Hassan Aziz is a trainee gardener at Chelsea Physic Garden, and an alumni of Future Gardeners.
