Join me as I explore tropical balcony gardening, healing herbs and plant sketches to uncover sustainable garden-to-gourmet experiences in Singapore and the World! ~Kaya Leaf🌿🍽️
Let’s find out more about how Chinese Medicine takes a holistic and personalised approach to herbal formulas which evolve with your healing, not bulk bags of plant tonics. We’ll use a herbal Qi decoction example to illustrate the common roles played by different herbs.
Struggling with coughs during weather shifts? Beyond the typical remedies, these illustrated guides help you explore gentler Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) solutions like acupressure points and herbal teas to ease cough-related discomfort naturally.
Discover why Astragalus is loved as Asia’s best-kept longevity secret—nourishing the body for over 2,000 years as a gentle TCM tonic for energy, immunity, and healthy aging. Dive into easy home recipes, TCM wisdom, and new research showing how Astragalus activates telomeres for graceful aging—plus friendly tips on using it safely and deliciously in your daily routine.
On my latest temple adventure in Siem Reap, I uncovered a centuries-old wellness secret hidden in the serene smile of a reclining Buddha. Turns out, both Traditional Chinese Medicine and modern science agree: sleeping on your left side isn’t just symbolic—it’s a gut-friendly habit that can boost your digestion and overall well-being!
Think all cooling teas are the answer to ‘heatiness’? Think again! Discover why understanding your body’s unique Yin-Yang balance is essential before reaching for herbal remedies.
Discover how to assess sunlight in your Singapore apartment and choose the best plants for your balcony garden. Learn practical tips, sunlight terms, and the easy paper method for thriving urban greenery.
Unlock the secrets to thriving indoor plants with Kaya Leaf’s guide to plant lighting. Learn why sunny windows fall short, explore PAR and DLI metrics, and discover how light spectrums impact growth. From practical cheat sheets to expert tips, this article helps you create the perfect light environment for your urban tropical garden.
Last updated on 29 Jan 2025 Did you know Amsterdam boasts over 165 canals, stretching approximately 75 kilometers, and is often referred to as the “Venice of the North? Additionally, the city has over 1,200 bridges connecting its various islands and neighborhoods. Rather than sketching yet another canal, we took refuge at Ivy & Bros, […]
Last updated on 8 Jan 2025 I was at Ulekan, a charming Indonesian restaurant in Canggu, sketching these three rattan lamps that hung like storytellers over the tables. Outside, Bali’s streets buzzed with motorbikes and cars navigating narrow roads and chaotic crossroads. Yet, the drivers moved with a quiet respect-giving way, honking only as a […]
At KayaLeaf, we believe nature is a powerful tool for healing. Backed by scientific evidence, well-designed gardens in healthcare settings do more than look pretty—they can improve mental clarity, reduce stress, and promote faster recovery. Discover how restorative and enabling gardens create spaces that nurture both the body and mind, and why bringing nature into care environments is vital for patients, caregivers and their families.