Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration
Channel: ThinkBamboo 
Date: 08/10/2023

Ep.23 #thinkbamboo  Podcast : Shanti, Bamboo Leaf Tea. Welcome to the ThinkBamboo #Podcast! In this episode we talk with Shanti, about the many health benefits of bamboo and of the bamboo silica .

WEB SUMMARY
https://www.thinkbamboo.org/2023/10/08/bamboo-and-silica-the-dynamic-duo-of-life-regeneration/

CHAPTERS
[00:01] Shanti's journey to becoming a Bamboo expert and her work at Walt Disney
[02:53] Bamboo is a versatile and beneficial plant for animals and agriculture
[08:12] Bamboos are essential for healing the soil and promoting regenerative growth
[10:40] Silica-rich horsetail tea helps in building back degraded soils and strengthens plants
[15:45] Silica in bamboo biochar is a water soluble element with many medicinal benefits
[18:10] Bamboo research is increasing globally
[22:28] Bamboo shoots grow between March and May in Georgia and May and August in Florida
[24:43] Harvesting bamboo shoots and using the comb sheath to make tea
[28:58] Bamboo mulch is important for bamboo growth and can enhance fungi
[31:17] Bamboo can be broken down through fermentation, heating, or solvent to access sugars
[35:39] Bamboo powder is a superfood that can be used as a gluten-free flour 
[37:46] To utilize bamboo effectively, it is important to cook and dry all parts of the plant
[42:18] Silica removes heavy metals and specifically aluminum from the body
[44:34] Bamboo to enhance soil quality and provide benefits for humans and animals
[48:41] Bamboo tea is beneficial for purifying air and preventing toxins
[50:53] Harvesting and extracting bamboo depends on the time of year
[55:37] Bamboo is feared and misunderstood, but artists are using it creatively and sustainably
[57:40] Bamboo has health benefits and can lower cholesterol levels
[1:01:42] Bamboos are key for regenerative agriculture and can be utilized in various ways
[1:03:49] Bamboo can reduce anxiety, improve brain function, and boost the immune system
[1:08:52] Bamboo is a valuable resource with numerous benefits.

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Bamboo's Role in Regenerative Agriculture

Fast forward to today, Shanti is a beacon in the realm of regenerative agriculture, and bamboo is at the forefront of her efforts. Bamboo's unparalleled adaptability to changing climates and its resilience in extreme conditions make it an invaluable asset in the fight against climate change.

Bamboo, as Shanti explains, is an integral part of the intricate dance between plants and their symbiotic fungi and bacteria. These microbial allies help plants evolve and adapt to their environments, a phenomenon observed as far back as the early 1900s. Bamboo, with its intricate root systems and diverse microbial communities, epitomizes this relationship.

The Bamboo Silica Miracle

But the magic doesn't stop there. Bamboo, rich in silica, plays a pivotal role in enhancing soil health and sequestering carbon. Silica, a natural element found in bamboo, boosts the plant's ability to break apart CO2, effectively aiding in carbon sequestration. Furthermore, it increases chlorophyll production, enhancing photosynthesis and the plant's vitality.

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VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT

1.) 🦠 Microorganism Marvel: How Nature's Tiny Allies Enhance Bamboo Growth 🎋
https://youtu.be/4c6jNRTjoVI

2.) 🍁 Bamboo and Silica: The Dynamic Duo of Life Regeneration
https://youtu.be/d-VGdQtETNs

3.) 🇨🇴 ekawa 5th Generation Co-Creative Bamboo Workshop in the Jungle
https://youtu.be/AvRnEeeKZww

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