60 Dorene Petersen: Sourcing Herbs and Sustainability

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Topics covered in this episode

Important things to consider when choosing an herb supplier

Why a large majority of the herbs we use are imported, rather than grown domestically

Tips for those who are interested in growing some of their own medicinal herbs

The importance of sustainability when sourcing herbs

Herbs that are currently being over harvested or are considered at-risk

Herbal “fads” and the risk they pose to our native plant species

Important things to consider when wild-harvesting herbs

About Dorene Petersen

Dorene Petersen is Founding President of the American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS). Dorene is a New Zealand-trained Naturopath with many years’ clinical and teaching experience. She specializes in therapeutic, certified organic essential oils and has dedicated her career to the advancement of the profession of aromatherapy in the USA and abroad. Dorene currently serves as Chair of the Aromatherapy Registration Council (ARC), an independent, nonprofit organization that administers an international examination in aromatherapy to ensure minimum standards of training and safety knowledge of Registered Aromatherapists (RAs). Dorene is also a Registered Herbalist and professional member of the American Herbalists Guild, and, in 2009, was awarded the Professional Service Award from the International Herb Association for her outstanding contributions to the herb industry. 

Connect with Dorene Petersen

Website: https://achs.edu/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ACHSedu/

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Disclaimer: The information presented in this podcast is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to replace professional medical advice. Please consult your doctor if you are in need of medical care, and before making any changes to your health routine.