White Strawberries: Gardening for Wellness & Joy
Welcome to White Strawberries, where gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living nourish body, and spirit and the planet. Iâm Samâa gardener, mum and podcaster.
Each episode explores how growing and eating nutrient-dense, foodsâfrom polyphenol-rich plants to adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandhaâsupports vitality and a joyful, vibrant life.
I cover garden design, soil health, mushrooms, animal integration, and seasonal growing insights. I am a self confessed lazy gardener, who aims to do things efficently with max returns.
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White Strawberries: Gardening for Wellness & Joy
Longevity Foods: Grow What Fuels Brian Johnson | Rooted in Wellness
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đ± In this episode we explore how the diet and wellness practices of Brian Johnson â who aims to optimise health and longevity â intersect with what we can grow in our own gardens.
From legumes to berries, brassicas to nuts, Sam breaks down practical tips for growing for longevity. Discover whatâs feasible in your garden, when to plant, and how to save seeds, all inspired by Johnsonâs âdonât dieâ food guide and anti-aging meals.
What Youâll Discover
- The kinds of things Brian Johnson eats within his 5 hour food window.
- How to grow legumes (peas, broad beans, lentils) year-round for protein
- Which berries (blueberries, blackcurrants, native berries) deliver high polyphenols and longevity compounds
- Growing and using garlic, ginger, and turmeric for flavor, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial benefits
- How brassicas (cabbage, kale, cauliflower) contribute sulforaphane and support cellular health
- Practical insights on cultivating walnuts, olive oil, and citrus in New Zealand climates
- The role of fermented foods and plant-based proteins like hemp and pea in a nutrient-rich garden-to-table lifestyle
References & Resources Mentioned
- Nutty Pudding Recipe (Brian Johnsonâs protocol)
- Longevity Meal with Lentils (Brian Johnsonâs protocol)
- Koanga Institute â Heirloom & Heritage Seeds
Previous White Strawberries Episodes:
- What to Grow When: Timing Your Veges Right | Mastering the Garden
- Nitrogen 101: Transforms Your Garden | Mastering the Garden
- Mediterranean Guild Gardening: Figs, Grapes, Olives & Companions | Mastering the Garden
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