{"title":"Proefrock, Kenneth","description":"\u003cp\u003eKenneth Proefrock, NMD, graduated from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoran.edu\/\" target=\"\"\u003eSonoran University of Health Sciences\u003c\/a\u003e (formerly the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine) in 1996. Prior to naturopathic medical school, he received a Bachelors of Science degree in Chemistry and Zoology from Northern Arizona University. He now practices \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003enaturopathic medicine\u003c\/span\u003e at his clinic, Total Wellness, in Sun City, Arizona, where he specializes in difficult to treat conditions in patients of all ages. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHe speaks at conferences across the country sharing his perspective on botanical medicine and the modern practice of naturopathic medicine. He is the Vice-President for the \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNorth American Board of Naturopathic Examiners\u003c\/span\u003e and the chairperson for the biochemistry portion of the Naturopathic Physician’s Licensing Exam. In his spare time, when such a thing really exists, he is in the desert with his kids, honing his skills in primitive archery, wildcrafting, animal husbandry and gardening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDr. Proefrock's presentations are often included in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\"\u003eNaturopathic CE\u003c\/a\u003e offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"botanical-therapies-for-thyroid-disease","title":"05SW03 - Botanical Therapies for Thyroid Disease","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Botanical and other natural interventions for both overactive and under active thyroid are discussed. The treatment protocol is determined by the cause of thyroid dysfunction, most notably maladaptive response to stress resulting in chronically high cortisol levels, genetic factors and environmental toxicity. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis recording is also included in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/thyroid-management-for-clinicians\/\"\u003eThyroid Management for Clinicians\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602419683544,"sku":"05SW03","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_b5fc5e47-a28c-4348-b031-dc6c99de7700.png?v=1760029655"},{"product_id":"a-modern-role-for-cardiac-glycosides-in-clinical-practice","title":"05SW17 - A Modern Role for Cardiac Glycosides in Clinical Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. The cardiac glycosides found in plants are widely used to treat heart failure. A discussion of their chemical makeup and the mechanisms of action reveals their potential for therapeutic benefit. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602418897112,"sku":"05SW17","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_9f3f07af-0875-46cc-99b7-bfe115a1fdf5.png?v=1752122038"},{"product_id":"naturopathic-approaches-to-parkinsons-disease","title":"05SW20 - Naturopathic Approaches to Parkinsons Disease","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. This talk begins with an explanation of the chemicals which affect brain functioning and a definition of the syndromes associated with Parkinson's disease. The naturopathic treatment strategies discussed include Mucuna pruriens, Bacopa minnieri, Fava fresche, GABA and glycine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNaturopathic CE\u003c\/span\u003e credits? Please see more details at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\" target=\"\"\u003eNaturopathic CME\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602418700504,"sku":"05SW20","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_d84f35cf-e9e3-49c8-9ec8-c3f2d968d426.png?v=1752122531"},{"product_id":"botanicals-for-pulmonary-disease","title":"06SW03 - Botanicals for Pulmonary Disease","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Treatment of asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer. Describes a wide array of botanical interventions for specific disease states as well as complementary hydrotherapy techniques and novel uses of the nebulizer for inhaling natural agents. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602415915224,"sku":"06SW03","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_260dbf1e-6ca9-4f08-99f5-d9d8a0be345d.png?v=1752122136"},{"product_id":"botanical-therapies-for-inflammation","title":"06SW29 - Botanical Therapies for Inflammation","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Discusses the intelligent use of botanicals to treat inflammatory disorders, how to establish a reasonable and effective therapeutic strategy, and why the Cox inhibition model for inflammatory diseases is inherently flawed. Includes benefits of essential fatty acids, exercise, galangal, zinc and the enzyme nattokinase\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602414473432,"sku":"06SW29","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_06527f2e-a433-4c3b-93bc-7876f7fec6aa.png?v=1752122154"},{"product_id":"botanical-interventions-for-sleep-disorders","title":"07SW01 - Botanical Interventions for Sleep Disorders","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Sleep is that enigmatic state that provides for the possibility of dreaming. Sleeping and dreaming are activities that are extremely important to our mental and emotional well-being, but the western medical model still doesn't know why. We discuss agents that are helpful to get a person to sleep, keep them asleep, facilitate a rich dream world and normalize automatic processes like breathing patterns and relaxation of skeletal muscles. In-depth coverage of insomnia, restless leg syndrome, sleep apnea and frequent waking. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602411655384,"sku":"07SW01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_406de5e1-2228-4bfc-bb7f-0ca48f21466f.png?v=1752122098"},{"product_id":"flavonoid-chemistry-for-herbalists","title":"07SW10 - Flavonoid Chemistry for Herbalists","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. The rainbow of color that is represented in the botanical world is largely due to the flavonoids present in plants. These flavonoids represent some of the most powerful of natural constituents with the poorest bioavailability in humans. We discuss methods of extraction, preparation and modification in order to experience the effectiveness of these amazing constituents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602411000024,"sku":"07SW10","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_3c181d30-f1f2-4f3f-a169-6a1fe5c8e01c.png?v=1752122297"},{"product_id":"botanical-regulation-of-detoxification","title":"07SW15 - Botanical Regulation of Detoxification","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Humans are primarily water-soluble organisms. Fat-soluble elements in our world are easily absorbed but poorly excreted. In fact, fat-soluble material from endogenous and exogenous sources must be made more water-soluble before they can be properly excreted through the kidneys, skin, or intestines. The process of making fat-soluble substances more water-soluble occurs throughout the body but mostly in the liver. Here we discuss specific strategies for assisting in this process.  In addition to botanical agents, we also discuss specific hydrotherapy measures and nutritional considerations\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602410279128,"sku":"07SW20","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_63bab3aa-89aa-4b73-95ae-e135779afe7f.png?v=1752122114"},{"product_id":"botanicals-for-eye-disorders-cataracts-glaucoma-allergy","title":"08ME01 - Botanicals for Eye Disorders: Cataracts, Glaucoma \u0026 Allergy","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Botanicals and dietary supplements include mixed carotenoids, Vitamins E and C, flavonoids fromUncaria gambier, bilberry, quercetin, Euphorbia, Coleus forskohlii, comfrey and others. Safe and effective eye drops and washes are described.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602409951448,"sku":"08ME01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_6b7edac1-f4b3-46cb-a293-b00bd8ccda70.png?v=1752122129"},{"product_id":"intensive-botanicals-for-pulmonary-disorders-asthma-emphysema-and-cancer-pt-1","title":"08ME12 - Intensive: Botanicals for Pulmonary Disorders-Asthma, Emphysema and Cancer, Pt 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Treatment of asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer. Presents a wide array of botanical preparations for each condition as well as complementary hydrotherapy techniques. Unique to this discussion is a demonstration of how to prepare a botanical medicine for use with a nebulizer, and what formulas are most effective. Continued in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Intensive-Botanicals-for-Pulmonary-Disorders-Pt-2?search=Intensive%3A+Botanicals+for+Pulmonary+Disorders-Asthma%2C+Emphysema+and+Cance\u0026amp;description=true\u0026amp;sub_category=true\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePart 2\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602409066712,"sku":"08ME12","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_a536ed9c-3cd5-414a-9da1-9abf063b825d.png?v=1752122420"},{"product_id":"intensive-botanicals-for-pulmonary-disorders-asthma-emphysema-and-cancer-pt-2","title":"08ME13 - Intensive: Botanicals for Pulmonary Disorders-Asthma, Emphysema and Cancer, Pt 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Continued from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Intensive-Botanicals-for-Pulmonary-Disorders-Pt-1?search=Intensive%3A+Botanicals+for+Pulmonary+Disorders-Asthma%2C+Emphysema+and+Cance\u0026amp;description=true\u0026amp;sub_category=true\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePart 1\u003c\/a\u003e. Treatment of asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis and lung cancer. Presents a wide array of botanical preparations for each condition as well as complementary hydrotherapy techniques. Unique to this discussion is a demonstration of how to prepare a botanical medicine for use with a nebulizer, and what formulas are most effective.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602409001176,"sku":"08ME13","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_5c24e37a-4c88-46ff-a01c-3d0b2ed1d157.png?v=1752122420"},{"product_id":"botanical-interventions-in-mental-illness","title":"08ME24 - Botanical Interventions in Mental Illness","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Presents a fundamental understanding of neurotransmitters and their role in mental illness, and cross-cultural perspectives for defining this condition. Botanical and natural agents for treatment include sacred datura, Scutellaria, Oplopanax, Peganum harmala,Withania somnifera, Nardostachys, Acorus calamus and Saraca indica.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602408345816,"sku":"08ME24","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_bfe72e41-f78e-4bae-bfb1-7ebaf613a290.png?v=1752122098"},{"product_id":"non-narcotic-strategies-for-pain-management","title":"08SW01 - Non-Narcotic Strategies for Pain Management","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Systemic as well as topical botanical formulas are included in this discussion to provide strategic approaches to patients suffering from pain. We will address, in particular, pain syndromes that are primarily of muscular origin, neuropathic pain syndromes as well arthritic conditions. Describes the pharmacology of botanicals and pharmaceuticals used for pain and the interactions (both negative and synergistic) between the two. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602407559384,"sku":"08SW01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_b9e38497-3a2d-4e97-946b-5d1594ee1adc.png?v=1752122549"},{"product_id":"improving-safety-and-efficacy-of-hrt","title":"08SW07 - Improving Safety and Efficacy of HRT","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker:\u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Discusses the potential pros and cons of HRT, ways that botanical medicine can improve their effectiveness and safety profile, with comments on effective botanical prescribing to replace HRT and strategies for weaning patients from HRT therapies. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602407198936,"sku":"08SW07","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_1700258c-c253-4e01-9ae0-15230b9ec266.png?v=1752122403"},{"product_id":"case-studies-cancer-autoimmunity-and-mental-illness","title":"08SW22 - Case Studies: Cancer, Autoimmunity and Mental Illness","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Designing treatment strategies with a botanical medicine foundation can be effective in the treatment of difficult cases. Included will be three cases of patients diagnosed with different cancerous processes, three with different autoimmune conditions and three with mental illness, for which the modern medical model has very few options. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602406412504,"sku":"08SW22","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_ced37bb4-cce5-42c6-a26f-58a9123ed8d4.png?v=1752122185"},{"product_id":"botanical-therapies-for-lupus-and-ms","title":"09SW10 - Botanical Therapies for Lupus and MS","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Botanical Therapies for Lupus and MS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602403102936,"sku":"09SW10","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_bb9dae68-d999-4985-aaaa-6f15057094d0.png?v=1752122158"},{"product_id":"fibromyalgia-botanical-vs-pharmaceutical-treatments","title":"09SW24 - Fibromyalgia: Botanical vs Pharmaceutical Treatments","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Fibromyalgia: Botanical vs Pharmaceutical Treatments\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602402447576,"sku":"09SW24","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_013f85b4-2111-4952-8a68-00172f79bc0b.png?v=1752122294"},{"product_id":"the-early-woodcraft-movement-and-its-relevance-to-todays-botanical-medicine","title":"09SW27 - The Early Woodcraft Movement and its Relevance to Today's Botanical Medicine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. The Early Woodcraft Movement and its Relevance to Today's Botanical Medicine\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602402349272,"sku":"09SW27","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_a64ae675-3e9e-4b47-b245-57a0889638cd.png?v=1752122729"},{"product_id":"hypertension-botanicals-and-pharmaceuticals","title":"10SW05 - Hypertension: Botanicals and Pharmaceuticals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Hypertension: Botanicals and Pharmaceuticals\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602399957208,"sku":"10SW05","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_30f239bb-c8da-407b-a1be-69caec923012.png?v=1752122393"},{"product_id":"botanicals-for-asthma-weaning-patients-from-pharmaceuticals","title":"10SW27 - Botanicals for Asthma: Weaning Patients from Pharmaceuticals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e This session provides an overview of asthma etiology and the conventional approaches before examining herbal alternatives to pharmaceuticals for the management of asthma in children and adults. Kenneth discusses herbal formulas and other natural interventions for asthma, including adaptogens such as Eleutherococcus and Rhodiola and botanical bronchodilators such as Ephedra and Ammi visnaga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelated: This recording is included in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/allergies-and-asthma-audio-series\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAllergies and Asthma\u003c\/a\u003e Audio Series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602398318808,"sku":"10SW27","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_aec5f565-20ed-46a7-badb-9e0d458e289c.png?v=1760031068"},{"product_id":"drug-side-effects-in-seniors","title":"11SW05 - Drug Side Effects in Seniors","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Drug Side Effects in Seniors\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602395566296,"sku":"11SW05","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_fe17aee7-2619-4534-8e9e-6e108012d519.png?v=1752122266"},{"product_id":"neurodevelopmental-disorders-in-children","title":"11SW24 - Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock, NMD.\u003c\/a\u003e In this presentation, naturopathic physician Kenneth Proefrock examines key issues in common neurodevelopmental syndromes found in children including ADD\/ADHD, autism, cerebral palsy, Tourette's syndrome and trichotillomania. We look at common aberrations in neurotransmitter functioning, how to develop reasonable and effective interventions, and how to create a systems-oriented approach to understanding neurological and behavioral development in children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602393338072,"sku":"11SW24","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_e04ad214-dc26-4531-ada1-8e736cdb016a.png?v=1752122540"},{"product_id":"preserving-mental-function-at-any-age","title":"12SW10 - Preserving Mental Function at any Age","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefroc\u003c\/a\u003ek. Herbs include ginkgo, hawthorn, fo-ti and others. Nutrients: fish oil and L=carnitine. Emphasis is on regular weight bearing and aerobic exercise and a brain-nourishing diet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602389078232,"sku":"12SW10","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_1b7ffb82-ca44-431f-9164-ae62382bbad8.png?v=1752122638"},{"product_id":"rauwolfia-for-psychoses-insomnia-hypertension","title":"12SW22 - Rauwolfia for Psychoses, Insomnia, Hypertension","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Safety and therapeutic uses for Rauwolfia with dosages and formulas for treating these conditions\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602388422872,"sku":"12SW22","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_28e54e6e-3a98-4283-b96a-46ffe09c550a.png?v=1752122647"},{"product_id":"wildcrafted-spirituality-search-for-the-magical-elephant-tree","title":"12SW29 - Wildcrafted Spirituality: Search for the Magical Elephant Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Experience a spiritual quest to find the elephant tree in the remote reaches of the southern Arizona desert, discovering its medicinal and folk uses, its magical desert habitat and its messages to our modern world.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602387996888,"sku":"12SW29","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_8321c58d-d3b3-4b55-b9ff-d3fb7f838e97.png?v=1752122844"},{"product_id":"naturopathic-considerations-for-lung-cancer","title":"13SW12 - Naturopathic Considerations for Lung Cancer","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. A discussion of a five-pronged approach to patients with lung cancer: mind-body influences, lifestyle issues, oral suppplementation, the use of a nebulizer and intravenous therapies. Details of herbal therapies include cycling of herbal alterative formulas, IV administration of herbs and nutrients, delivery of herbs to the lungs directly with a nebulizer. Emphasis in treatment is on the individuality of each patient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNaturopathic CE\u003c\/span\u003e credits? Please see more details about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\" target=\"\"\u003eNaturopathic CME\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602381148376,"sku":"13SW12","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_0fd7d21a-a83b-49d4-9321-349096d49865.png?v=1752122532"},{"product_id":"botanicals-for-chronic-viral-infections","title":"13SW20 - Botanicals for Chronic Viral Infections","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e A description of the intelligence of viruses in adapting to conditions in the body is followed by a discussion of herbal therapies including phytolacca, glycyrrhizic acid, ginger, turmeric, galangal, larrea and melissa.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602380755160,"sku":"13SW20","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_d79b4700-25e6-47c4-b612-57eba5341e40.png?v=1752122125"},{"product_id":"the-topical-uses-of-botanicals","title":"04SW09 - The Topical Uses of Botanicals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. The use of topical herbal applications is one of the oldest forms of medicine. Recipes and therapeutic actions of liniments, oils, salves, compresses, fomentations and creams Detailed descriptions of the important constituents in these preparations are included:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602372825304,"sku":"04SW09","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_eee6ddb0-4704-4836-9f18-c3c2f2a3b439.png?v=1752122778"},{"product_id":"effective-management-of-the-hypertensive-patient-with-botanical-medicine","title":"04SW21 - Effective Management of the Hypertensive Patient with Botanical Medicine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Addresses the various causes of hypertension and how to use botanicals accordingly. Indications and dosages are presented for Convallaria, Terminalia, Petroselinum, Rauwolfia, Leonurus, Achillea and other remedies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602372137176,"sku":"04SW21","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_a623839a-3eaf-4350-94b9-8069afa7f446.png?v=1752122271"},{"product_id":"the-role-of-botanicals-in-mind-body-medicine","title":"04SW16 - The Role of Botanicals in Mind-Body Medicine","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. This talk begins with a historical perspective on the development of mind-body medicine. It also includes a philosophical discussion of the role of herbs in connecting us with the earth and therefore with ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602370793688,"sku":"04SW16","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_e75ebe14-a7bc-4781-95e7-f3157e4159e8.png?v=1752122770"},{"product_id":"naturopathic-considerations-in-the-treatment-of-seizure-disorders","title":"14SW04 - Naturopathic Considerations in the Treatment of Seizure Disorders","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. In this talk, we begin with a broad discussion of the types of seizure disorders, presumed causes for the onset and development, as well as expected progression for these conditions. We then discuss therapeutic interventions, beginning with allopathic agents and rationale, discussing weaning strategies, ethical medico-legal concerns, and botanical\/nutraceutical agents that are helpful in the process. Botanical and nutraceutical agents discussed include Albizzia, Glycyrrhiza, Scutellaria, Rauwolfia, Bacopa, Convolvulus, Schisandra, glycine, taurine, B12 and folate analogs, piracetam, pramiracetam, oxyracetam, aniracetam, idebenone, sulbutiamine, and phenylbutyrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in earning \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNaturopathic continuing education\u003c\/span\u003e credits, please see more details on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\" target=\"\"\u003eNaturopathic CME\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602370433240,"sku":"14SW04","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_3f4e4571-132c-46d3-a5bf-30aae18f74ec.png?v=1752122532"},{"product_id":"naturopathic-strategies-for-treatment-of-autoimmune-disease-pt-1","title":"14SW25 - Naturopathic Strategies for Treatment of Autoimmune Disease, Pt 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. An updated and comprehensive discussion of autoimmunity includes an understanding of the current research. Covers broad theoretical and practical considerations regarding causes, prognosis, remission and relapse. Compare and contrasts allopathic models with naturopathic models of treatment. Continues with an investigation into specific autoimmune conditions: rheumatoid arthritis as a model for articular conditions, Graves disease as a model for endocrine conditions, and lupus as a model for connective tissue conditions. Continued in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Naturopathic-Treatment-of-Autoimmune-Disease-Part-2\"\u003ePart 2:\u003c\/a\u003e catalog number 14SW26\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNaturopathic CME\u003c\/span\u003e credits? Please see more details about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\" target=\"\"\u003eNaturopathic CE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602369220824,"sku":"14SW25","price":24.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_5a2f4b38-9d50-4640-9764-e192ddcbe13c.png?v=1752122534"},{"product_id":"naturopathic-strategies-for-treatment-of-autoimmune-disease-pt-2","title":"14SW26 - Naturopathic Strategies for Treatment of Autoimmune Disease, Pt 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. An updated and comprehensive discussion of autoimmunity includes an understanding of the current research. Covers broad theoretical and practical considerations regarding causes, prognosis, remission and relapse. Compare and contrasts allopathic models with naturopathic models of treatment. Continues with an investigation into specific autoimmune conditions: rheumatoid arthritis as a model for articular conditions, Graves disease as a model for endocrine conditions, and lupus as a model for connective tissue conditions. Continued from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Naturopathic-Treatment-of-Autoimmune-Disease-Part-1\" target=\"\"\u003ePart 1\u003c\/a\u003e: catalog number 14SW25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNaturopathic Continuing Education\u003c\/span\u003e credits? Please see more details about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\" target=\"\"\u003eNaturopathic CE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602369122520,"sku":"14SW26","price":24.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_e70964da-9190-40a7-b5d6-856685f95838.png?v=1752122534"},{"product_id":"therapeutic-uses-of-the-cannabinoids-and-other-cannabis-compounds-part-1","title":"15SW01 - Therapeutic Uses of the Cannabinoids and Other Cannabis Compounds Part 1","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e.  Kenneth Proefrock presents his clinical experience using Cannabis therapeutically for a wide range of conditions from seizures, restless leg syndrome and insomnia, to cancer, MS, Parkinsons and chronic pain. Detailed usage information includes prescribing as an internal agent, a vapor, as food and in topical applications for pain. Includes some of the more interesting research on the variability of constituents with different cultivation techniques and cross-reactions with other therapeutic agents. Reviews laws surrounding medical uses with an emphasis on Arizona. Continued in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Therapeutic-Uses-of-Cannabinoids-and-Other-Compounds-Pt2?search=Therapeutic+Uses+of+the+Cannabinoids+and+Other+Cannabis+Compounds\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":50602365845720,"sku":"15SW01","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_1e5a558f-594f-49ac-afe3-c1a7cc0f5457.png?v=1760308406"},{"product_id":"therapeutic-uses-of-the-cannabinoids-and-other-cannabis-compounds-pt-2","title":"15SW02 - Therapeutic Uses of the Cannabinoids and Other Cannabis Compounds Pt. 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Continued from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Therapeutic-Uses-of-Cannabinoids-and-Other-Compounds-Pt1?search=Therapeutic+Uses+of+the+Cannabinoids+and+Other+Cannabis+Compounds\u0026amp;description=true\u0026amp;sub_category=true\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePart 1 \u003c\/a\u003eKenneth Proefrock continues presenting his clinical experience using Cannabis therapeutically for a wide range of conditions from seizures, restless leg syndrome and insomnia, to cancer, MS, Parkinsons and chronic pain. Detailed usage information includes prescribing as an internal agent, a vapor, as food and in topical applications for pain. Includes some of the more interesting research on the variability of constituents with different cultivation techniques and cross-reactions with other therapeutic agents. Reviews laws surrounding medical uses with an emphasis on Arizona.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602365616344,"sku":"15SW02","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_078bf6fd-d6cb-425f-8442-dce3d659ae29.png?v=1760308417"},{"product_id":"blood-dyscrasias-from-multiple-myeloma-to-leukemia-botanical-consideration","title":"15SW09 - Blood Dyscrasias From Multiple Myeloma to Leukemia Botanical Consideration","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Understanding MM and leukemia pathology, diagnostic testing, and the evolution of treatment modalities. How to support patients on chemotherapy and other standard treatments, and how to develop an individualized protocol for those wishing to use natural treatments alone (legal issues, treatment regimens, expense, safety nets).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602364109016,"sku":"15SW09","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/mp3_-_No_CE.png?v=1761793476"},{"product_id":"traumatic-brain-injuries-naturopathic-approaches-to-the-treatment-of-cerebral-palsy-stroke-tia-and-concussion","title":"15SW29 - Traumatic Brain Injuries: Naturopathic Approaches to the Treatment of Cerebral Palsy, Stroke, TIA and Concussion","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\" href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e Describes the underlying physiology of traumatic brain injury and the stages of progression, so that appropriate interventions can be established at any stage. The long-term implications of head injury are also described (eplipesy\/seizure disorders, emotional disorders, brain damage) and naturopathic therapies, including botanicals, amino acids and nutraceuticals are presented.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602359259352,"sku":"15SW29","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/mp3_-_No_CE.png?v=1761793476"},{"product_id":"naturopathic-approaches-to-the-treatment-of-neurologic-trauma-from-traumatic-brain-injuries-to-multiple-chemical-sensitivities","title":"15ME04 - Naturopathic Approaches to the Treatment of Neurologic Trauma: From Traumatic Brain Injuries to Multiple Chemical Sensitivities","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. Neurologic injury can be caused by concussion and cerebrovascular disease, but is most often due to the accumulation of inflammatory mediators from daily contact with a toxic world. Includes discussion of naturopathic approaches to neurologic injury due to head trauma, hypoxia, heavy metals and chemical exposure, and lays the groundwork for preventing and treating neurologic inflammation and degeneration with botanicals and nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in earning \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNaturopathic CME\u003c\/span\u003e credits, please see more details on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicalmedicine.org\/continuing-medical-education-cme-naturopathic-physicians\/\" target=\"\"\u003eNaturopathic CE\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602357162200,"sku":"15ME04","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_6c5eae06-134e-4f7a-a016-143ba6825426.png?v=1752122531"},{"product_id":"nutritional-and-botanical-interventions-for-mental-illness-as-a-consequence-of-terminal-diagnosis","title":"15ME24 - Nutritional and Botanical Interventions for Mental Illness as a Consequence of Terminal Diagnosis","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e. A terminal illness is a condition that is not expected to be cured and is ultimately expected to result in the demise of the patient. This lecture presents the possibility of the continued pursuit of a better quality of existence through specific dietary and botanical interventions that may allow for improved longevity as well as a less burdensome existence on ones loved ones and caregivers. We discuss specifics related to oncology patients as well as those with neurologic degenerative conditions like ALS and Parkinsons syndrome.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602353787096,"sku":"15ME24","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/Audio-File_86bcac01-6e33-4084-a470-52a994cf0955.png?v=1752122552"},{"product_id":"developing-strategies-for-managing-autism-spectrum-disorders","title":"15ME36 - Developing Strategies for Managing Autism Spectrum Disorders","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.\u003c\/a\u003e An in-depth look at some of the common strategies currently employed in the management of autism spectrum disorders. We discuss different dietary rationales and their psychological implications. Specific amino acid therapies and botanical interventions are also presented. The psychological motivations are often very different for those on the spectrum of autism; we discuss strategies gleaned from 18 years of working with people of all ages with these conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602352771288,"sku":"15ME36","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/mp3_-_No_CE.png?v=1761793476"},{"product_id":"adolescent-angst-the-teenage-brain-on-testosterone","title":"16SW06 - Adolescent Angst: The Teenage Brain on Testosterone","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock. \u003c\/a\u003e Specific lifestyle, psychological and botanical practices that help mitigate the angst, frustration, and physical discomfort inherent in human adolescence. We address acne, allergies, emotional lability, menstrual irregularities, sleep disorders, diet, and psycho-social concerns with a variety of botanicals and nutraceuticals. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602344120536,"sku":"16SW06","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/mp3_-_No_CE.png?v=1761793476"},{"product_id":"modulating-neuroendocrine-responses-to-stress-with-botanicals","title":"16SW19 - Modulating Neuroendocrine Responses to Stress with Botanicals","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock.  \u003c\/a\u003eWhen humans have to adapt repeatedly to various stressors, classic symptoms of neuroendocrine dysfunction can result. We address anxiety, panic attacks, depression, menstrual irregularities, infertility, reactive hypoglycemia, and thyroid disease. We explore hormonal detoxification processes, receptor up-regulation and down-regulation, and botanical and nutritional therapies. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602342777048,"sku":"16SW19","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/mp3_-_No_CE.png?v=1761793476"},{"product_id":"the-troubled-trail-of-testosterone-social-expectation-and-the-search-for-meaning-on-the-edge-of-libido","title":"16SW27 - The Troubled Trail of Testosterone: Social Expectation and the Search for Meaning  on the Edge of Libido","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpeaker: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKenneth Proefrock. \u003c\/a\u003e This presentation discusses the physiological effects of testosterone in adult men and women, and conditions resulting from too much or too little available \"T\". Fetal development of sex organs is affected by testosterone and estrogen, which brings us to a discussion of gender identity, and the question of nature vs nurture. Research supporting the determination of sexual orientation by fetal development and brain physiology is presented. Hormonal effects on adult sexual and social behavior are explored, and herbs that can be used to settle the mind, cope with stress and increase libido are described.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Medicine","offers":[{"title":"Audio","offer_id":50602342285528,"sku":"16SW27","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0723\/3519\/6376\/files\/mp3_-_No_CE.png?v=1761793476"},{"product_id":"panel-discussion-integrating-new-developments-in-medical-science-with-botanical-medicine","title":"16SW15 - Panel Discussion: Integrating New Developments in Medical Science with Botanical Medicine","description":"\u003cp\u003ePanel: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Proefrock-Kenneth\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eK. Proefrock\u003c\/a\u003e,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.botanical-medicine.org\/Botanical-Medicine-Speakers\/Miller-Jason\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e J. 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