Finding Clarity: How to Read and Understand Research Papers as a Herbalist
OnlineLearning 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