Here is the awe-inspiring truth about our relationship with plants: we would die without them! The human species would not even exist if plants hadn’t existed before us. And when I discovered an ancient medical system from India that explicitly recognizes and utilizes the life-giving qualities of plants, I felt immediate interest, gratitude and hope.

In Part 1 of The Hydroponics of Health Care and Doctors, we talked about how you can go about finding the right doctor, and the importance of educating yourself on you ailments before you visit a medical professional. As hydroponics growers, we’re careful to cultivate healthy and fruitful plants. It’s important to take the same approach to cultivating your own well-being. With that in mind, here are some tips on what to do when you’re ready to head to the doctor’s office: