{"title":"2003 Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDate: 4\/5\/2003 - 4\/6\/2003\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTopics include botanicals for \u003ca target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Treatment-of-Acute-Febrile-Illness-Fever\" style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003eacute febrile illness\u003c\/a\u003e, childhood nephrotic syndrome, detoxification from environmental chemical exposure, neurodegeneration due to Alzheimer’s disease, hyperlipidemia and \u003ca target=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/herbal-medicine\/Insomnia\" style=\"text-decoration:underline\"\u003einsomnia\u003c\/a\u003e. Twenty-two presentations by ten experienced herbal practitioners. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePurchase the \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003edigital download\u003c\/span\u003e of the lecture notes (PDF) and recordings (MP3) on our website (see product listings below).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePrinted book \u003c\/span\u003eof lecture notes available by special order. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/index.php?route=information\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eContact us for information.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2003-southwest-conference-on-botanical-medicine-full-set-recordings-download-mp3","title":"03SWF - 2003 Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine: Full Set of Audio Recordings","description":"\u003cp\u003eFull Set of Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine MP3 recordings includes these titles (each about 1.5 hours long; 22 recordings in all). To purchase individual recordings from this list click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Conferences\/2003-Southwest-Conference-on-Botanical-Medicine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment of Acute Febrile Illness (Fever) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffectively Managing Diabetes with Botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Doctrine of Signatures in Nature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Therapies for Hyperlipidemia: Improving Blood Lipids (Cholesterol, LDL, HDL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen Cabinet Medicine­ Remedies for Digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Therapies for Elimination of Environmental Toxins\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Proper Use of Toxic Botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbracing Home Remedies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle Known Medicinal Plants of the Southwest, Part 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle Known Medicinal Plants of the Southwest, Part 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLatest Updates in the Botanical Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome with Chinese Botanical Medicine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanel Discussion: Botanical Therapies for Diseases of Pelvic Congestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Alternatives to Hormone Replacement Therapy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA History of Botanical Medicine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal Therapies for Coughs­ Preparing a Cough Elixir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNervines and Sleep Debt in Immune and Endocrine Dysregulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerbal Dermatology­ A Fundamental Approach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Prevention and Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease with Botanicals \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormulas and Strategies: Classic Traditional Materia Medica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnthroposophical Medicine: An Overview\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptogens and Chronic Illness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602336256216,"sku":"03SWF","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Before_2020_Full_Conference.png?v=1760659637"},{"product_id":"treatment-of-acute-febrile-illness-fever","title":"03SW01 - Treatment of Acute Febrile Illness (Fever)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Bergner-Paul\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePaul Bergner. \u003c\/a\u003e This talk begins with a discussion of the physiology of fever, including its three stages.  The body's response as the temperature rises is described.  The strategy for dealing with each stage of fever is presented, along with the potential adverse effects of fever suppression with medication.  A materia medica includes stimulant, relaxant and antiipyretic herbs, and classical pairs of herbs for the treatment of fever.  This discussion is valuable for anyone who has faced the chills and aches of colds and flu in the winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602336190680,"sku":"03SW01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_a1e411c1-cb62-412a-8b74-bd7b7662e16f.png?v=1752122807"},{"product_id":"effectively-managing-diabetes-with-botanicals","title":"03SW02 - Effectively Managing Diabetes with Botanicals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Fenugreek is a common ingredient in curry spices and is often added to Middle Eastern breads.  Modern researchers have taken a great interest in it; confirming that the ground seeds stabilize blood sugar in diabetic patients, reduce cholesterol levels and normalize hormones.  The chemical makeup of the seeds is presented, and methods of administering it in the diet and as a tea and poultice are described.  Flaxseed oil is the richest in omega 3 fatty acid which is considered essential to health.  The effects of fiber in flaxseed on blood sugar, and the mechanisms of this regulatory action are discussed at length.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602336157912,"sku":"03SW02","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_87e2b562-0128-4497-9821-8618c7f43a8c.png?v=1752122271"},{"product_id":"the-doctrine-of-signatures-in-nature","title":"03SW03 - The Doctrine of Signatures in Nature","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Frances-Deborah\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeborah Frances.\u003c\/a\u003e The doctrine of signatures indicates that the medicinal uses of a plant can often be determined by its physical structure. This lecture is a tour of the plant kingdom, describing the relation of structure and function of our common and not so common medicinals.  Please note that this was a slide presentation, and only the audio portion is available, so a book of photos of medicinal plants might help in understanding the lecture\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602336092376,"sku":"03SW03","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_7438347c-9472-48c0-8cf5-4202d6a57818.png?v=1752122728"},{"product_id":"botanical-therapies-for-hyperlipidemia-improving-blood-lipids-cholesterol-ldl-hdl","title":"03SW04 - Botanical Therapies for Hyperlipidemia: Improving Blood Lipids (Cholesterol, LDL, HDL)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Jill Stansbury.\u003c\/a\u003e This lecture begins with a complete description of the types of blood lipids, including HDL, LDL and VLDL.  Dietary fats are also described: saturated, unsaturated, polyunsaturated and hydrogenated.  Therapeutic methods for modulating the types of lipids in the blood include the ingestion of therapeutic fats\/oils, the use of fiber, vitamins, minerals, and botanicals.  Botanicals discussed include dong quai, guggul, hawthorn, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/herbal-approach-to-mcas-and-histamine-intolerance\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" target=\"\"\u003eturmeric\u003c\/a\u003e, globe thistle and Manascus purpurea.  Nutraceuticals discussed include coenzyme Q10, policosanol, carnitine and creatine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335994072,"sku":"03SW04","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_15136a10-cab5-498f-a557-8f03f087395e.png?v=1752122153"},{"product_id":"kitchen-cabinet-medicine-remedies-for-digestion","title":"03SW05 - Kitchen Cabinet Medicine­ Remedies for Digestion","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Brammer-Deborah\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeborah Brammer.\u003c\/a\u003e The kitchen is a great place to nurture the health of the family by using medicinal herbs in cooking.  This lecture explores the culinary and medicinal uses of many common herbs, including dill, tarragon, fennel, lavender, mint, basil, marjoram, rosemary and others.  Recipes and folklore round out this light hearted and informative talk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335928536,"sku":"03SW05","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_90f9768f-2895-4c87-98eb-93d1afa42c46.png?v=1752122458"},{"product_id":"botanical-therapies-for-elimination-of-environmental-toxins","title":"03SW06 - Botanical Therapies for Elimination of Environmental Toxins","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Rountree-Robert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRobert Rountree.\u003c\/a\u003e Bob Rountree speaks with experience and authority on this timely topic.  The talk begins with a description of the various toxins in our environment. and how they contribute to disease.   The detoxification mechanisms of the liver are described, and substances which both help and hinder this process are listed. The biotransformation and elimination of toxins can be achieved by a variety of botanicals and nutraceuticals,  including  phosphatydylcholine, N-acetylcysteine, milk thistle, globe artichoke and curcumin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335863000,"sku":"03SW06","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_e636bbcb-0162-4c3d-831b-837f72e5d0cd.png?v=1752122150"},{"product_id":"the-proper-use-of-toxic-botanicals","title":"03SW07 - The Proper Use of Toxic Botanicals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Mitchell-Bill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBill Mitchell.\u003c\/a\u003e Toxic botanicals can be great allies in a variety of conditions, provided they are used with knowledge and care by an experienced practitioner.  This lecture describes the therapeutic uses of aconite, arnica, apricot pit, iris, belladonna, yew, digitalis, lobelia and others.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335797464,"sku":"03SW07","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_14462d15-930a-48cb-95da-f82dfdfa4e9c.png?v=1752122752"},{"product_id":"embracing-home-remedies","title":"03SW08 - Embracing Home Remedies","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Geller-Cascade-Anderson\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Anderson Geller\u003c\/a\u003e. This wide ranging talk begins with herbal formulas for fertility, coughs, skin conditions, eye inflammation and smoking cessation.  It continues with recipes and uses of salves, creams, liniments, moisturizers and herbal steams for the face.  Skin conditions are addressed more specifically in the latter part of the lecture, including a decoction of alteratives for chronic skin conditions, and remedies for fungal infections, warts, cold sores, bites and stings. Dietary and mineral deficiencies are addressed, and common ways to alleviate them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335731928,"sku":"03SW08","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_b809945b-193e-4451-846c-4e74a42570a9.png?v=1752122273"},{"product_id":"little-known-medicinal-plants-of-the-southwest-part-1","title":"03SW09 - Little Known Medicinal Plants of the Southwest, Part 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Moore-Michael\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMichael Moore\u003c\/a\u003e. Michael Moore is a unique encyclopedia of herbal knowledge, both arcane and general!  In his own inimitable style he describes the medicinal uses of copperleaf, leadplant, elephant tree, desert willow, Arizona kidneywood, camphor weed, wereke and golden crownbeard.  Continued in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Little-Known-Medicinal-Plants-of-the-Southwest-Part-2?search=Little+Known+Medicinal+Plants+of+the+Southwest\u0026amp;description=true\u0026amp;sub_category=true\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePart 2\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335633624,"sku":"03SW09","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_6af426c4-313e-4d3a-8949-96c8e11569e8.png?v=1752122470"},{"product_id":"little-known-medicinal-plants-of-the-southwest-part-2","title":"03SW10  - Little Known Medicinal Plants of the Southwest, Part 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Moore-Michael\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMichael Moore\u003c\/a\u003e. Michael Moore is a unique encyclopedia of herbal knowledge, both arcane and general!  In his own inimitable style he describes the medicinal uses of copperleaf, leadplant, elephant tree, desert willow, Arizona kidneywood, camphor weed, wereke and golden crownbeard.  Continuation from Part 1\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335371480,"sku":"03SW10","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_5128bd82-bbdd-4eed-b269-135aedaf0f7e.png?v=1752122471"},{"product_id":"latest-updates-in-the-botanical-treatment-of-autoimmune-diseases","title":"03SW11 - Latest Updates in the Botanical Treatment of Autoimmune Diseases","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. The beginning of autoimmune disease from some traumatic accident or illness is described, and how the body builds an immune response to its own tissues.  Therapies for lupus, scleroderma and rheumatoid arthritis include general lifestyle recommendations and a materia medica.  Botanicals discussed: pokeroot, Stillingia, Iris versicolor, wild indigo, cleavers, licorice, autumn saffron and turmeric.  Other therapeutic agents include n-acetylcysteine, potaba, proteolytic enzymes and omega 3 fatty acids.  Finally, the benefits of hydrotherapy in autoimmune disease are discussed.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602335043800,"sku":"03SW11","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_7617240b-a353-4d9b-b49a-2d599e2c5b1d.png?v=1752122464"},{"product_id":"treatment-of-childhood-nephrotic-syndrome-with-chinese-botanical-medicine","title":"03SW12 - Treatment of Childhood Nephrotic Syndrome with Chinese Botanical Medicine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Deng-Yong\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYong Deng\u003c\/a\u003e. This presentation  covers the classical traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) diagnosis and treatment of disease.  Dr. Deng lists several possible bodily imbalances which may lead to childhood nephrotic syndrome: spleen, kidney, liver and kidney yin and lung qi deficiencies are described, with the symptoms which accompany them.  Six types of imbalances are described in more detailed, and the traditional Chinese medicines used to treat them.  Dr. Deng speaks with his great enthusiasm and knowledge on this topic.  His rapid speech is occasionally difficult to understand on an audio recording, even though in class it is easy to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602334748888,"sku":"03SW12","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_04ba206a-c853-40f3-9321-69a97833421c.png?v=1752122809"},{"product_id":"panel-botanical-therapies-for-diseases-of-pelvic-congestion","title":"03SW13 - Panel: Botanical Therapies for Diseases of Pelvic Congestion","description":"\u003cp\u003ePanelists:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Brammer-Deborah\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeborah Brammer\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Frances-Deborah\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeborah Frances\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Geller-Cascade-Anderson\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Anderson Geller\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Jill Stansbury\u003c\/a\u003e. Pelvic stagnation is a term used more by herbalists, acupuncturists and naturopathic physicians than by the regular medical community.  It includes a quality of tone and condition of the tissues that is best addressed holistically.  Causes of stagnation include mechanical, muscular, vascular and renal (kidney) dysfunction.  This panel addresses all those and presents four different facets of treatment.  Botanical therapies include the use of saw palmetto, black cohosh, unicorn root, red root and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602334453976,"sku":"03SW13","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_9d2c3965-0d86-4ee9-85eb-273a4085be03.png?v=1752122566"},{"product_id":"natural-alternatives-to-hormone-replacement-therapy-1","title":"03SW14 - Natural Alternatives to Hormone Replacement Therapy","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJill Stansbury\u003c\/a\u003e. This comprehensive presentation begins with a description of the difference between plant steroids and synthetic hormone replacement therapy (HRT).  It addresses the latest advances in understanding of \"phytoestrogens\", plants with estrogen like activity.  How effectively can they replace natural hormones, and is there a cancer risk associated with their ingestion?  The second part of the lecture discusses botanical therapies for menopausal complaints: heavy menstrual periods, irregular menses, painful menses, osteoporosis, hot flashes, insomnia, depression, heart palpitations and cardiovascular support.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602334126296,"sku":"03SW14","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_50e07174-b297-4258-9bab-e59527951a9e.png?v=1752122519"},{"product_id":"a-history-of-botanical-medicine","title":"03SW15  - A History of Botanical Medicine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Mitchell-Bill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBill Mitchell\u003c\/a\u003e. Follow the history of herbalism from the earliest times: Aboriginals, Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Ayurveda, early China, the Greeks and Romans, Medieval Europe and 15th to 20th century practices of herbal medicine. A cosmic tour of history you won't easily forget!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602333864152,"sku":"03SW15","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_a613608d-5504-4da7-ad2a-473207a61035.png?v=1752122031"},{"product_id":"herbal-therapies-for-coughs-preparing-a-cough-elixir","title":"03SW16 - Herbal Therapies for Coughs:­ Preparing a Cough Elixir","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Stansbury-Jill\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Geller-Cascade-Anderson\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCascade Anderson Geller\u003c\/a\u003e.  This lecture begins with a description of botanical therapies for coughs.  The majority of the class was spent in making the elixir (cherry bark, cottonwood buds, fennel seeds, horehound, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/licorice-root-antiviral-antimicrobial-antifungal\/\" target=\"\"\u003elicorice\u003c\/a\u003e, mullein, orange peel and thyme).  The Proceedings Book article on this topic may be a useful aid for  following the recipe and preparation techniques.  This was a workshop and demonstration, so there are some gaps in the recording for stirring, measuring and pressing!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602333798616,"sku":"03SW16","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_07f81cf9-d90e-41a4-a84d-c45f69a7b01c.png?v=1752122357"},{"product_id":"nervines-and-sleep-debt-in-immune-and-endocrine-dysregulation","title":"03SW17 - Nervines and Sleep Debt in Immune and Endocrine Dysregulation","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Bergner-Paul\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Paul Bergner\u003c\/a\u003e. The physiological effects of sleep debt on the endocrine system, the thyroid, growth hormone levels, immunity and cardiovascular health are examined.  A method for restoring a healthy schedule of sleep and waking is presented.  Herbal sleep allies for insomnia therapy include Avena sativa, Cimicifuga, Damiana, Ferula asafoetida, Valeriana and others.  Describes the administration of sleep formula in pulsed doses before retiring.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602333700312,"sku":"03SW17","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_def5f0e0-0f4d-495c-b9e0-48cd4288a543.png?v=1752122538"},{"product_id":"herbal-dermatology-a-fundamental-approach","title":"03SW18 - Herbal Dermatology­ a Fundamental Approach","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Bergner-Paul\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Natural treatments include herbal and nutritional therapies for acne, impetigo, cellulitis, fungal infections , viral diseases (such as warts, measles, mumps and rubella), uticaria and eczema.  The basic functions of the immune system are described, and how they can go awry, resulting in allergic skin responses. Botanicals such yarrow, Eupatorium, Coleus forskohlii, Taraxacum and many others are included in the discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602333634776,"sku":"03SW18","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_55b6d183-ef6e-47b1-86f3-d46182e6c723.png?v=1752122327"},{"product_id":"the-prevention-and-treatment-of-alzheimers-disease-with-botanicals-and-nutrients","title":"03SW19 - The Prevention and Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease with Botanicals and Nutrients","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Rountree-Robert\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRobert Rountree\u003c\/a\u003e. The current epidemic of Alzheimer's disease in the aging population of the US is the main topic of this presentation.  The pathophysiology of the disease is described.  Nontoxic interventions include herbal and nutrient antioxidants for the brain which can help increase mental clarity,  reduce inflammation and modulate the metabolism, the endocrine system and neurotransmitter function.  The physiological effect of neuroprotective herbs such as ginkgo, ashwagandha, brahmi, Siberian ginseng and others are described.  Neuroprotective nutrients such as Omega-3 EFA's, DHA, acetyl-L-carnitine and inositol are included in the discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602333536472,"sku":"03SW19","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_d4573c21-9271-4163-a3b9-6234c9067c66.png?v=1752122750"},{"product_id":"formulas-and-strategies-classic-traditional-materia-medica","title":"03SW20 - Formulas and Strategies: Classic Traditional Materia Medica","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Bergner-Paul\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePaul Bergner\u003c\/a\u003e.  This lecture presents the therapeutic uses of black cohosh, myrrh gum, spikenard, yarrow, cherry bark and other botanicals, both used by themselves and combined with other botanicals for specific conditions.  His sources include the physicians from the physiomedicalist and eclectic traditions of the late 1800s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602333470936,"sku":"03SW20","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_3ab0204b-52a7-4df3-8598-0ce02ca5dac2.png?v=1752122302"},{"product_id":"adaptogens-and-chronic-illness","title":"03SW22 - Adaptogens and Chronic Illness","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Brammer-Deborah\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDeborah Brammer\u003c\/a\u003e.  The majority of patients seen in clinical practice have chronic complaints. All of these conditions are influenced by a disruption in the hypothalamic- pituitary- adrenal (HPA) axis and that system must be addressed to alleviate the impact of imbalance on the immune and endocrine system.  Symptoms of stress maladaption are very broad and influence all aspects of life.  Adaptogens act by enhancing the ability of the body to adapt to stress.  This lecture describes the therapeutic uses of astragalus, Cordyceps, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/licorice-root-antiviral-antimicrobial-antifungal\/\" target=\"\"\u003elicorice\u003c\/a\u003e, rehmannia and other adaptogens for restoring the resilience of the body and mind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical 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