It is well known that being stressed causes dis-ease. But the fact that disease causes stress is often overlooked. This is why supporting the nervous system is helpful in many (most, all?) health conditions even if the Chief Complaint is not directly related to nerves. The engagement of the nervous system in long term health… Continue >>>
Category Archives: Ayurveda
10 Month “Foundations of Herbal Medicine” Course for 2020
Registration closes February 15 Many people begin using herbs in small steps – something for sleep, a cold or maybe a headache. As one continues on the herbal path of independent study, information is pulled from many sources. After a few years, this person begins to identify as an herbalist and continues to increase both… Continue >>>
Healing Resources for PTSD and Moral Injury
The following links provide resources for a better understanding of these issues and show examples of the work that people are doing to promote healing in their own communities. I want to acknowledge that both PTSD and Moral Injury exist outside the military combat experience. I have chosen to keep the links on this page… Continue >>>
Pregnancy and Parenting Resources
This article provides resources for promoting health-balance-support during the pregnancy, birth and nursing stages of life for the baby, mother and father/co-parent. It is most definitely *not* meant as a complete substitute for healthcare from a certified medical provider. One of my mentors, Dr Aviva Romm, says it best – “When in doubt, check it… Continue >>>
Ayurveda and The Grand Canyon
I recently completed guiding a week-long trip to the bottom of the Grand Canyon for our local university. As we happened to be hiking during the wettest and stormiest weather of the past several months, Water quickly became the theme of our trip. It got me thinking about how this all relates to the Element… Continue >>>
Plant Profile: Shatavari
Common Name: Shatavari in Ayurveda Tien Men Dong in TCM Botanical Name: Asparagus racemosa – Shatavari Asparagus cochinchinensis – Tien Men Dong Energy & Taste: Cool, moist Traditional Uses: Increases breast milk Reproductive tonic, it is best known for women but works well with men also Supports endocrine system which helps to balance hormones Moisturizes… Continue >>>
Heart Health Topics on the Web
These links have been gathered to assist people in accessing more information on a variety of topics related to the Cardiovascular Health class that is part of the Advanced Topics in Herbal Medicine program. 1. A heart health-based E book from the blog of Chris Kresser. This is one of the better health blogs out… Continue >>>
The Pros & Cons of Coffee
Coffee has long been a controversial drink, both in the alternative health community and in mainstream medicine. Some see it as an elixir, instant energy and the only way to begin the day. Others see it as liquid evil and a cause for many health problems. Actually, coffee is a mixed bag. It has many… Continue >>>
Plant Profile: Turmeric
This Plant Profile is longer than usual for a few reasons: One, turmeric is a polycrest herb, meaning it has multiple uses. Two, the traditional and complete uses of turmeric have largely been lost as it has gained popularity in the inflammation supplement market in the US. Lastly, much of the information available in the… Continue >>>
Using Aromatic Spices to Improve Digestion
Many traditional views of healing from around the world view the digestive system as a key to overall health. This includes Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Ayurveda and Western Herbalism. One way to support complete and thorough digestion of our food is through the use of spices. These aromatic seeds and roots are seen as more… Continue >>>
Latest Courses
Herbal Skin Care Workshop
This workshop is full. Registrsation is closed. Join us for this informative class that shows you how to make: -skin lotion -body butter -herbal-infused oil in your own kitchen. These herb-based skin care products and techniques have been used for 20+ years in my own herbal practice. Using only the best quality ingredients, these products… Continue >>>
Outdoor Survival for Plant Lovers
**This workshop was initially put together after speaking with many in the plant community who voiced concern over their safety when doing field work. However, it is open to the general public as these skills apply to everyone regardless of occupation. The minimum age to attend is 13. Anyone under the age of 18… Continue >>>
Educational Resources
The Foragers Path Newsletter – January, 2020 – Herb Monographs and Ways of Knowing an Herb
The verb “to know” has different levels of meaning. One can know the name or location of a city but to really know a city means something very different. We can know a person’s name but not really know the person. This is also true of our relationship with plants. We can know the plant’s… Continue >>>
Dandelion – A Student Monograph
A monograph on the therapeutic uses of Dandelion, written by Mike Coleman, a recent graduate of then Foundations of Herbal Medicine program. Dandelion – A Student Monograph Continue >>>
Red Clover – A Student Monograph
A monograph on the therapeutic uses of Red Clover, written by Tate-Diné Todea, a recent graduate of then Foundations of Herbal Medicine program. Red Clover – Student Monograph Continue >>>
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