Bush Medicine Bahamas
Ancient Healing for Modern Health
Contact: Jennifer@BushMedicineBahamas.com Telephone 954-304-4899 USA or 242-801-5909 Bahamas @LasOlasLocal
What is Bush Medicine?
“Bush medicine” is the colloquial term for traditional plant medicine in the Caribbean region. Plants with medicinal properties are used to treat a variety of medical conditions, including the common cold, coughs, kidney stones, diabetes, and even cancer.
These plants are often found on uncultivated lands — hence, use of the word “bush” — or are grown in home gardens. In some instances, they are also used to season and flavor food during cooking.
Bush Medicine is recognized around the world, especially in island and African-Diaspora cultures. This knowledge, typically shared between generations, is at risk of being lost and forgotten. Modern generations are longing for a connection to their heritage. Plant remedies provide soul healing.
Bush Medicine Bahamas supports a healthier society. There is a focus on good health and respect for longevity in The Bahamas, but a risk of losing the knowledge of the land and sea.
Innovation Through Tradition
There is a billion dollar demand in the alternative health industry for new products that promote longevity, at-home prevention and sustainability. Cannabis legislation in The Bahamas, is being developed, creating a new market for alternative health and product discovery.
Bush Medicine Bahamas, provides the essential Bahamian/American connections, legal expertise, strategic communications and business relations required for stakeholders interested in tapping into this exciting new market.
Through development, discovery and reliable testing; Bush Medicine and native plant remedies have the opportunity to create blockbuster healthcare products.
The Bahamas is a top tourism destination for wellness, lifestyle and Caribbean culture, welcoming over 9.5mm visitors annually. Tourism trends show a growing demand for experiences that promote wellness, culture, food and authentic connections.
Promoting the natural resources of Bush Medicines and plant healing, helps preserve, document and share these cultural traditions of The Bahamas.
Plant Medicine from the Bahamas
Traditionally in The Bahamas, specifically on many of the smaller Family Islands, medical clinics are few and far between. Caregivers, healers and educated doctors rely on the easily accessible and time-proven bush teas, tinctures and topicals.
Using locally gathered herbs, spices, flower petals, fruit pieces, tree bark, weeds and leaves, Bahamians have used medicinal teas as part of their daily lives for centuries. Convinced Bush Tea can cure anything, there are hundreds of flora and fauna used in this local medicine.
"Bahamians are accustomed to the nine mornings of Cerasee to 'clear out' our systems at the end of summer. We have had pepper leaf put on our chest and sores; we have all had sour leaf or fever grass tea. These are all part of our heritage, a part of our lives." From Bush Medicine in Bahamian Folk Tradition, 2005
Native plant remedies are prized by many countries, especially within the African Diaspora and island nations. Historically, 'oral societies', cultural traditions are passed down from Elders, through generations; often undocumented and easily forgotten, but still effective.
Through science and research, it's been shown that the healthiest and longest-living societies age better when connected to their native food, nature, communities and rituals.
Bush Medicine Bahamas is focused on local outreach programs that support small producers, preservation and youth education. Find out more with BushMedicine.org for Scientific Study, Reporting and Authentic Stories
Contact: Jennifer@BushMedicineBahamas.com Telephone 954-304-4899 USA or 242-801-5909 Bahamas @LasOlasLocal
It's Planting Season
Alternative healthcare is growing industry with the potential to support long-term, job creation and new revenue generation for small communities throughout the Bahamas.
An exciting time for discovery, Bush Medicine Bahamas seeks to develop partnerships for early stage planning with the shared objective of qualified research, testing and production of a standardized pharmaceutical formulas for the many different types of plants available.
Investors will need business advising to connect to Bahamian entrepreneurs, creative development, education, staffing-training, import, export and among other needs will be demand and limited to those with Bahamian roots.
Bahamian entrepreneurs will need smart partners, who are committed to long term success and sustainable enterprise.
Bush Medicine Bahamas acts as a bridge, bringing together stakeholders through strategic relationship building through strategic outreach, partnership, collaboration, sourcing and professional service advising.
Sharing this ancient knowledge in development with Cannabis will enhance and expand the opportunity for healthcare solutions that are organically sourced, native plant based, legal and available to market around the world.
Find out more with BushMedicine.org for Scientific Study, Reporting and Authentic Stories
Investment Benefits of Bahamas
Easy Access:
Bahamas offers multiple, daily flights, cruises and ferries between Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and major cities across the USA, Caribbean, Canada and London, Heathrow.
With a growing average of 9.6mm visitors annually, an increase of 33% each year since 2023, The Bahamas is a premier destination for long-stay boating guests, seasonal residents and celebrities.
Attractive to global investors:
The real estate market is thriving with a range of investments from villas in Grand Bahama to private islands and multi-million wellness resorts by Six Senses, a second Baha Mar expansion and Family Island redevelopment.
"Foreign direct investment is a critical component to The Bahamas' growth" The Bahamas Investor
Leader in off shore advanced financial services around the world including Private Banking and trust companies, including subsidiaries of institutions originating Europe, USA, Canada, LATAM, Africa, Caribbean, Asia and Brazil.
Low Taxes:
Bahamas provides a low-tax status: no taxes are levied on personal income, capital gains, corporate earnings, inheritance or dividends. There is a Value Added Tax (VAT) of 10% on most goods.
A Sample of Native Bush Plants from Bahamas
Five Fingers Plant
Immune booster, energy booster, respiratory support. Pain reliever, sex stimulant or aphrodisiac.
Neem Tree
Anti-bacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties. Often used for oral care and safe pesticide.
Sea Moss
Eaten as a gel or dried, Sea Moss is high in minerals, vitamins and protein. Metabolism booster and regulates blood sugar.
National Symbol of Bahamas
Legalization of Cannabis in Bahamas
Currently, illegal including CBD - Medical cannabis is expected to be legalized by 2025. This emerging legislation is focused on a limited and well regulated roll-out, with a focus on medically approved CBD, low THC and religious use.
The Cannabis Authority Bahamas is the only, legal regulatory body for this emerging industry. Licensing is reserved for 100% Bahamian owned entity for cultivation, retail, transport or religious use. For analytical testing, manufacturing or research license, the entity must be 30% Bahamian owned.
It's an incredible opportunity for off-island Bahamians to invest in their homeland, offering referrals, partnership and investment through their fields of expertise for technical skill building, education, investment and Bahamian entrepreneurship.
Bush Medicine Bahamas is an expert in navigating this new environment, acting as trusted, local advisors for business, legal and communications. Bush Medicine Bahamas connects strategic partners interested in establishing themselves Bahamian industry, providing pre-planning, project management and coordination services.
Contact: Jennifer@BushMedicineBahamas.com Telephone 954-304-4899 USA or 242-801-5909 Bahamas @LasOlasLocal