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Finding Clarity: How to Read and Understand Research Papers as a Herbalist
November 1, 2023 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Learning how to discern quality scientific research is an essential skill for herbalists who want to stay abreast of cutting-edge developments and provide better care.
Plant remedies have a long tradition of healing uses. Recently, the scientific community has taken an interest in the efficacy, safety, and constituent profiles of herbal products, creating a wonderful opportunity for herbalists to deepen their understanding of the plants they use for medicine.
How do you…
📌 Find, sort, and access appropriate studies?
📌 Assess the value and relevance of specific papers?
📌 Identify red flags that undermine research outcomes?
📌 Balance scientific and traditional resources for clinical applications?
📌 Apply what you have learned to everyday practice?
In this webinar, medical herbalist Chanchal Cabrera demonstrates the art of reading scientific papers. Chanchal will highlight red flags that obscure a clear understanding of the research and illustrate how to identify quality science applicable to herbal medicine.
In this webinar, you will learn…
🌿 Key hallmarks of “good” science vs “bad” science
🌿 Questions to ask when reviewing research papers
🌿 How to access studies and information
🌿 How to apply research findings in a clinical setting