Botanic Wise Series: Empowered Herbalism
Do you ever wonder why an herb works—or why it sometimes doesn’t? Many herbal courses teach broad categories like “herbs for stress” or “herbs for immunity,” but true herbal confidence comes from understanding how plants work on a biochemical level. That’s where Empowered Herbalism comes in. This course is designed to take you beyond the basics—giving you the knowledge and tools to use herbs effectively, with precision and confidence. What You’ll Learn The Science Behind Herbal Medicine How plant constituents like alkaloids, tannins, and flavonoids determine an herb’s action Why the same herb can have different effects at different doses (like rhubarb root—both a laxative and an astringent!) How to enhance the effectiveness of herbs with simple, science-backed strategies (like using baking soda with Uva-ursi to increase its urinary disinfectant properties!) How to Apply Phytochemistry in Practice Learn how to choose the right extraction method (teas, tinctures, decoctions) to get the most from your herbs Understand how different plant compounds interact with the body for targeted, effective herbal applications Avoid common herbal mistakes by knowing how chemistry influences an herb’s action Bridging Tradition & Science Deepen your connection with herbal medicine while backing up your practice with solid science Confidently […]
Case Study Roundtable – Bring real cases from your practice for expert review and discussion. Gain insights, refine your diagnostic approach, and enhance your treatment strategies with direct feedback from Kenneth Proefrock, Chanchal Cabrera, and fellow practitioners.