Introduction to Herbalism

Name: Introduction to Herbalism
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Do you want to use natural, whole herbs to supplement your healthy lifestyle? Learn how to get started in this course!

Created byDr. Jennifer Taylor Menda LAc, DAC, CCMH

Last updated 10/2016

English

What you'll learn

Understand the benefits of natural plant medicine
Be able to prepare an herb using the standard methods
Be able to describe and name the advantages of the most common preparation methods
Be able to groups herbs in certain categories for formulations
Learn the benefits of 8, safe and reliable medicinal herbs to use at home
Know tips and tricks of purchasing quality herbs

Course content

6 sections • 25 lectures • 1h 40m total length

Lesson One: Welcome and Introduction3:50
Why are herbs vital to understand and why you should want to learn how to use them in your everyday life.
Lesson Two: Herbal Medicine Secrets5:08
Herbalist Secretes: 5 best tips for finding, using and storing herbs for use.

Lesson Three: The Preparation Techniques Part One3:21
Getting ready to prepare your personal herbal medicine.
Lesson Four A1: Infusions for Learning Herbs1:47
How and why to prepare an herbal infusion.
Lesson Four A2: Infusions Demo 11:24
See exactly how an infusion is made and what tools are available to you to make it more convenient for you.
Lesson Four A2: Infusions Demo 29:27
Lesson Four B1: Decoctions for Learning Herbs1:23
Learn how and why of making a decoction.
Lesson Four B2: Decoctions Demo 10:57
Exactly how to make a decoction and herbal syrup at home.
Lesson Four B2: Decoctions Demo 23:52
Lesson Four B2: Decoctions Demo 35:45
Lesson Four C1: Tinctures for Learning Herbs1:39
Learn how to make a tincture and why it's the best way to prepare herbs.
Lesson Four C2: Tinctures Demo 10:34
See how to make a tincture form start to finish.
Lesson Four C2: Tinctures Demo 27:11
Lesson Four C2: Tinctures Demo 38:58

Cardiovascular4:54
A video description of important cardiovascular support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Digestive1:44
A video description of important digestive support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Immune2:28
A video description of important immune support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Urinary2:46
A video description of important urinary support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Reproductive3:34
A video description of important reproductive support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Nervous2:09
A video description of important nervous system support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Endocrine3:22
A video description of important endocrine support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Respiratory3:08
A video description of important respiratory support herbs so that you can experience the herbs up close and personal.
Quiz 2

Requirements

All optional
Cheese cloth
Tincture Bottle
Tea ball
Mason jar
Dried, whole herbs
Vodka
Tea Pot/Kettle/Pot

Description

Do you believe you can benefit from herbs, but don't know how to start utilizing them?

Are you interested in supplementing your health with herbs, but you don't want to take OTC capsules?

Are you interested in becoming an herbalist, but want to get a simple beginner's course before you commit to a full program?

Then this is for YOU!

This is a basic course in herbalism from a Certified Clinical Master Herbalist.

The course is taught using video, audio, and PDF documents. It is a self-paced course that should take up to 4 hours total. There are some at-home practice assignments for you to do, too.

Please check back for more of my courses that offer more specific knowledge on herbal healing.

Keywords: herbalism, herbal medicine, herbal, herbs for health, natural wellness, natural health, herbs, herbalist, herbal healing, herbal remedies

Who this course is for:

Beginners who want to learn how to incorporate herbs as medicine in a healthy living regimen

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Course content

Introduction - Laying a Brief Foundation2 lectures • 9min

Herb Preparation Techniques12 lectures • 46min

Herb Categories and Tips1 lecture • 6min

8 herbs that you should know - Lecture1 lecture • 13min

24 Herbs that you should know - Videos8 lectures • 24min

Closing1 lecture • 2min

Requirements

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