Belize Traditional Healing: Natural Remedies From The Wild
Traditional Healing & Natural Remedies Used In Belize Medicine, as we know it today, is a pretty recent feat of modern chemical engineering. There are … Read more
medicinal plants
Eco-Kids Camp Day 3: Medicinal Plants and Horseback Riding
Today the campers went for a guided tour of the Ixchel Medicine Trail here at Chaa Creek with some of our naturalist experts. Before the tour started, the naturalists gave a short presentation and show and tell on the importance of medicinal plants, how to use them, and how they help make medicine today.
Lily of the Palace
Not only stunning but also helpful and trustworthy. The bulb of this flower has medicinal properties and is used against asthma, bronchitis,constipation and respiratory diseases.
Glaphimia Glauca – Nature’s Droplets of Gold
Native to the tropical regions of Mexico, Belize and Guatemala, the Golden Thryallis blooms all year round and is a fast growing plant that grows up to 4-5 feet tall.
Tales of a Maya Shaman
On Monday, Dr. Rosita Arvigo delivered a compelling presentation to more than 25 Chaa Creek Guests on her apprenticeship with Don Elijio Panti – Belize’s last Maya Shaman.
Belize’s Oregano – An Amazing Medicinal Herb
Today’s Belize Photo of the Day is the Oregano which is scientifically known as Coleus aromaticus benth. This Eurasian herb is a member of the mint family and has a peppery flavor with a mild hint of sage and thyme. If taken in excess, the herb releases a pungent chemical that can numb one’s tongue.