For academician Ovidiu Bojor, nature is not just a backdrop, but a living medicine, a sacred space where humans can regain physical, mental, and spiritual balance. In an increasingly chaotic and artificial world, Bojor teaches us that returning to nature through movement, medicinal plants, natural food, and conscious breathing is not only possible but absolutely necessary for healing and longevity.
Fundamental Healing Lessons Offered by Ovidiu Bojor
1. Plants are a help, not magic
Bojor insists that plants are not miraculous in themselves, but become effective when integrated into a healthy lifestyle, free from excess, accompanied by positive thinking and emotional balance.
He said: There are no miracle plants, but there are people who know how to use them.
2. Healing begins with the person, not the plant
Bojor’s phytotherapy starts from the idea that each organism has its own needs, and treatments must be adapted individually. Therefore, his recipes include plants with balanced and multiple actions, not aggressive.
3. Body and soul must be treated together
Bojor emphasizes that one cannot speak of healing without eliminating stress, toxic thoughts, and inner imbalance. Plants such as lemon balm, lavender, linden, and basil play an essential role in this direction.
4. Walking is the best medicine
Among his constant advice were:
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walking in fresh air for 30-60 minutes a day
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direct contact with the ground (walking barefoot, gardening)
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spending time in the forest or near natural waters
Recommended Plants for Reconnecting with Nature and Deep Healing
Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
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calms the mind
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supports the heart
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promotes natural sleep
St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum)
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boosts morale
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regulates nervous activity
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supports the liver and purifies the blood
Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
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nourishes the nervous system
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purifies the mental space
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increases adaptability
Linden (Tilia cordata)
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supports mental immunity
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calms irritability
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regulates emotional tension
Recipe for Calming the Heart and Mind Recommended by Ovidiu Bojor
Mix:
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1 part lemon balm
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1 part St. John’s Wort
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1 part linden flowers
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1 part basil
Preparation:
1 tablespoon of the mix in 250 ml of water. Infuse for 10 minutes. Drink in the evening for 3 weeks.
Effects: relaxes the nervous system, reduces palpitations, alleviates anxiety, and promotes deep sleep.
Studies Confirming Bojor’s Lessons
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Nature walks study in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (2020): reduce stress, lower cortisol levels, and improve overall well-being.
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Lemon Balm research in Phytomedicine (2019): improves sleep quality and reduces anxiety.
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St. John’s Wort meta-analysis in Journal of Affective Disorders (2016): effective in mild to moderate depression.
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Basil study in Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine (2021): natural adaptogen, reduces mental tension and supports concentration.
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Linden research in Planta Medica (2017): contains flavonoids with calming and anti-inflammatory effects on the nervous system.
Contraindications
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St. John’s Wort: interacts with contraceptives, antidepressants, and anticoagulants.
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Lemon Balm: may enhance drowsiness when combined with other sedatives.
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Basil: not recommended in excess in cases of hyperthyroidism.
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Linden: when used excessively, may increase daytime drowsiness.
Sources Used:
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Plants and Health by Ovidiu Bojor, Fiat Lux Publishing
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Health through Aromatherapy and Phytotherapy by Ovidiu Bojor, Fiat Lux Publishing
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Interview with Ovidiu Bojor: Nature is the Key to Longevity
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International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health: Nature walks and stress reduction
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Phytomedicine: Melissa officinalis and sleep quality
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Journal of Affective Disorders: Efficacy of Hypericum perforatum in mild depression
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Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine: Ocimum basilicum as adaptogen
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Planta Medica: Tilia cordata and flavonoid effects on the CNS
