Speaker: Paul Bergner, Medical Herbalist. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system which is a key target of pharmaceutical drugs in the treatment of anxiety. A review of research shows that a number of herbs traditionally used for anxiety are clinically effective compared to the pharmaceuticals. They have effects on the GABA system but do not present the side effects common to drugs. Herbs we will cover include Piper methysticum (Kava), Valeriana (Valerian), Humulus (Hops), Matricaria (Chamomile), Passiflora (Passion flower) Withania (Ashwagandha), Scutellaria (Scullcap), and Melissa (Lemon Balm).
Related product: The PowerPoint for this recording is available here: 2022 Southwest Conference on Botanical Medicine: Conference Book Download (PDF)
| Accreditation Board | Credits | Type | Audience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonoran University of Health Sciences (SUHS) | 1.0 | General | Naturopathic Doctor (ND) |
| Sonoran University of Health Sciences (SUHS) | 0.5 | Pharmacy | Naturopathic Doctor (ND) |
| Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine (OBNM) | 1.0 | General | Naturopathic Doctor (ND) |
| Oregon Board of Naturopathic Medicine (OBNM) | 0.5 | Pharmacy | Naturopathic Doctor (ND) |