This summer, slow down, reconnect, and restore with Latine Herbalism: A Beginner’s Guide to Modern Curanderismo, Healing Plants, and Folk Traditions of the Americas by Iosellev “Josie” Castañeda — a soulful and illuminating guide grounded in her lived experience as a modern-day curandera. Castañeda offers more than a how-to book. Instead, she invites readers into a vibrant cultural legacy filled with healing knowledge, plant power, and spiritual connection.
Josie was born into a Mexican-Cuban family rooted in the healing arts of curandería, shape-shifting, and clairvoyance. With over two decades of study in meditation and practical philosophy, plus credentials as a certified health coach and yoga therapist, Josie brings both depth and integrity to her work. Through her indie wellness brand, Curandera Remedies, she creates artisanal apothecary offerings and healing modalities to support personal transformation and inner balance.
Latine Herbalism is a reflection of that mission — part handbook, part homage. It explores the history and heart behind plant-based healing across the Americas, introducing readers to herbs and their uses, sacred healing spaces, and energy-based practices. From the spirit of the flowers to the power of breath and heart vibrations, this book honors tradition while making it beautifully accessible for a new generation of seekers.
Why It’s a Must-Read This Summer:
- Celebrate the vibrant healing traditions of Latin American communities.
- Explore easy-to-follow methods for emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being.
- Learn about healing herbs, sacred plants, and folk remedies rooted in ancestral knowledge.
- Feel seen, empowered, and connected through culturally grounded wellness.
Latine Herbalism is more than a book. It’s a beautiful bridge between the wisdom of the past and the wellness needs of today.
Learn more and connect with Josie at CuranderaRemedies.com or follow her on Instagram @curanderaremedies.
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