About nature's intelligence
Dr Lesley Hunter
| Microbiologist | Herbalist |
My philosophy is simple - as a society we are becoming over reliant on over the counter pharmaceuticals, prescription medication and antibiotics - all of which can have longterm effects on our physical and mental wellbeing - and many of which carry uncomfortable side effects. While some medical conditions may require prescribed medications, many can be prevented and managed much more naturally. By integrating traditional healing techniques and herbal remedies into your daily routines, you can support and strengthen your immune system to protect, heal and promote your general health, wellbeing and vitality. If you do then need to seek conventional medical help, your organs and systems will be so much stronger and able to withstand the chemical rigours of pharmaceutical products.
I started nature's intelligence to share my knowledge and experience by showing you how to make and use personalised natural remedies, Learning to create your own daily self-care routines will help you take ownership of your own health, wellbeing and vitality. You don't need to be a herbalist - you just need to be curious. On this website, you will find blog posts, videos and general information about herbal and natural health approaches. Online short courses and face to face workshops are also offered throughout the year.
When you are ready to take the next step and integrate herbal support into your life more fully, please come and join my inner circle. It would be my pleasure to guide and help you learn how to reconnect with the intelligence of nature.
Natural Outdoor Space
In 2023, my husband and I became accidental landowners! When our neighbours decided to sell, we bought a 25 acre plot adjacent to our idyllic home and overnight became custodians of an amazing slice of County Durham countryside. The land includes 18.5 acres of existing woodland with stretches of grassland, wildflower meadows and native hedgerows.
This land is now home to some recently installed beehives and is being developed into a private nature reserve. Our aim is to protect native hedgerows and wildflowers and to provide habitats for the local wildlife as well as developing a source for foraging unspoilt herbs and botanicals.
This connection with nature is vital to my work. Access to a wild outdoor environment supports my own health and wellbeing through regular practices, including Qi Gong, Shinrin-Yoku (forest bathing) and mindful foraging.
Medicinal Herb Garden
Many common herbs are easy to grow and make a wonderful colourful addition to the garden. I now grow all my own medicinal herbs, including some of the more exotic varieties, such as Holy Basil (Tulsi), Valerian, Echinacea and Ashwagandha.
Here are some examples of what you will find in my herb garden ...
Lavender, Lemon Balm, Mint, Sage, Thyme, Chives, Motherwort, Mugwort, Milk Thistle, Calendula, Yarrow, Wormwood, Marshmallow, Feverfew, Chamomile, Elder, Hawthorn, Rose, Fennel, Mullein, Bay, Willow, Lemon Grass, Rosemary, Nettle, Dandelion, Cleavers, Plantain, Red Clover, White Clover, Blueberry, Oregano, Coriander, Parsley, Goji Berry, Self-Heal and Ginko Biloba.