#22 - Pikkinikkisrocks

An interview with Los Angeles based rock painter and plant lover, Nikki Ricardez of @pikkinikkisrocks. Nikki is a very talented rock artist incorporating an array of different mediums and techniques into her work. She is a promoter of body positivity and enjoys giving back to her community in random acts of kindness. Link to Nikki's IG: Nikki 🌵🎨🌼Ricardez (@pikkinikkisrocks) • Instagram photos and videos This podcast is brought to you by Mezcala Nursery located at 6901 Orange Ave. Long Beach, CA 90805. Family owned, family ran, since 2007. Mezcala carries everything from landscape plants, to house plants, to cactus and succulents. They also offer a wide variety of rare collector specimens. @mezcalanursery • Instagram photos and videos Did you know there are tons of health benefits to supplementing mushrooms? No, not that kind, although those are great too. I'm talking about Chaga, Reishi, Turkey Tail, Lions Mane, Shiitake, the list goes on. There is truly ancient wisdom to this. Mushrooms have been used in Chinese herbal medicine for thousands of years. The uses range from immunological and digestive issues, to nootropic or in other words - brain health. There are many studies that can be found showing the evidence and potential of these functional fungi. Want to learn more? Consider referring to Episode #38 featuring author and Ethnomycologist, Jeff Chilton - where he discusses this topic at length. A list of educational resources is pasted below. How do Mushrooms Support the Immune System? - Real Mushrooms 7 Medicinal Mushrooms and Their Health Benefits Real Mushrooms Ready to try Real Mushrooms? Head to https://shop.realmushrooms.com/discount/Ifplantscouldtalk and sign up for the first-time buyer code for 25% off your first order.