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Conversation with Sarah Kucera about Ayurvedic Self Care.

Topics covered in this episode

Summary of her book “The Ayurvedic Self-Care handbook”

What is the Ayurvedic view of health and healing?

What role do rituals have in maintaining wellness according to Ayurveda?

The 6-tastes and their significance in Ayurveda

Discussion about “Your Pranic Budget” and what that means for you

Common herbs used in Ayurveda and recipes from the book

About Sarah Kucera

Sarah Kucera, DC, CAP is a licensed chiropractor, certified Ayurvedic practitioner and registered yoga teacher and yoga therapist. She is also the founder of Sage, a healing arts center and herbal apothecary in Kansas City, Missouri.

Connect with Sarah Kucera

Website: https://sarahkucera.com/

Sage Center: https://www.experiencesage.com/

Buy her book “The Ayurvedic Self-Care Handbook” on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/33OTK4f

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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.

Conversation with Erika Galentin about Aromatherapy for the entire family.

Topics covered in this episode

Essential Oils that should be avoided or used with caution

Safety considerations around essential oil use and which oils are considered generally safe?

Aromatherapy for kids

Aromatherapy for seniors

Aromatherapy blends for the household

About Erika Galentin

ERIKA GALENTIN, MNIMH, RH (AHG), is a clinical herbalist and an ITEC-certified clinical aromatherapist consulting from Sovereignty Herbs in Athens and Columbus, Ohio. She holds a degree in herbal medicine from the University of Wales, Cardiff, UK, and Scottish School of Herbal Medicine, Glasgow, UK. She is a professional member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (UK) and the American Herbalists Guild (USA). She is also a proud member of Pi Alpha Xi National Honor Society in Horticulture (USA). Over a decade of clinical practice has provided a platform for a deep and influential understanding of the efficacy of medicinal plants and essential oils within a clinical environment, and it is through this clinical practice that Erika seeks to encourage positive, learned, and respectful relationships between plants and people. She grows and distills aromatic plants for Sovereignty Herbs from her homestead in southeastern Ohio.

Connect with Erika Galentin

Website: http://www.themedicinegardener.com/

Sovereignty Herbs: https://www.sovereigntyherbs.com/

Buy her book “The Family Guide to Aromatherapy” on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2TxddSg

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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.

Conversation with Penny Price about Lavender Essential Oil

Topics covered in this episode

The therapeutic benefits of Lavandula angustifolia essential oil

Where are the best lavender varieties sourced?

The chemical profiles of Lavandula angustifolia essential oils and what these properties do

Safe use of lavender essential oil

Blend ideas using lavender essential oil

About Penny Price

Penny founded her company Penny Price Aromatherapy and the Penny Price Academy in 2003 and the company now has 15 distributorships over the world with 15 designated Academies teaching clinical aromatherapy. She was initially trained by her mother, Shirley Price, and then pursued her own studies, being awarded the first research degree from Oxford University, exploring the use of essential oils in behavior management in special needs education. As a lecturer in the therapeutic use of essential oils, Penny has travelled throughout Europe, the Far East and South America. Penny has written 2 books and co-written 2 more. She has contributed substantially to peer-reviewed journals as well as populist articles for magazines, alongside writing and contributing to the academic texts on the medical use of aromatherapy and essential oils.  After 37 years of studying the chemistry and pharmacology of essential oils, Penny is regarded as a world expert.

Connect with Penny Price

Website: https://penny-price.com/

Email: [email protected]

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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.

Conversation with Danielle Harris about Aromatherapy and Caring for the Elderly

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Topics covered in this episode

Common issues seen in the elderly and how aromatherapy can make a difference

Using essential oils to aid in pain relief

How essential oils can be beneficial to those suffering from COPD and Asthma

When might hydrosols be useful in elderly care?

Aromatherapy safety when working with the elderly and other sensitive people groups

Essential Oils and Hydrosols covered in this episode

Black Pepper Essential Oil

Eucalyptus Essential Oil

Lavender Hydrosol

Rose Hydrosol

German Chamomile Hydrosol

Tea Tree Hydrosol

About Danielle Harris

Danielle Harris, MSN, BSN, RN, CMC, CDP earned a Master of Science degree in Nursing at Walden University and Bachelors of Science degree in Nursing at USC Upstate. Danielle is a Certified Care Manager, Certified Geriatric Care Manager and a member of the Aging Life Care Association®, Dementia Practitioner, Dementia Specialist, and received Teepa’s (Snow) Positive Approach™ Dementia care training. Danielle is also a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist. For the past 14+ years, Danielle has dedicated her career to health and life sciences. She has a passion and calling for aging adults with and without cognitive (brain) impairment (changes) in all settings. Through Evolve Senior Solutions, LLC she offers services, to all caregivers and seniors, that promote holistic aging, aging well, and aging in place.

Connect with Danielle Harris

Website: https://www.evolveseniorsolutionsllc.com/

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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.

Conversation with Rosalee de la Foret about Herbal Adaptogens

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Topics covered in this episode

How to change lifestyle and environmental causes of stress

What are herbal adaptogens and how are they helpful?

Specific herbal adaptogen profiles, uses, dosage examples and benefits

Herbal recipes using herbal adaptogens:

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Herbs covered in this episode

Ashwaganda

Reishi

Astragalus

About Rosalee de la Foret

Rosalee is passionate about helping people discover the world of herbalism and natural health. Her teachings transform complex concepts into simple elements empowering people to use herbs in practical ways that get results. She is a clinical herbalist, herbal educator and author of the book, Alchemy of Herbs: Transform Everyday Ingredients into Foods and Remedies that Heal. She is also the Education Director at LearningHerbs and a Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild. When she is not immersed in herbs, you can find her taking photos of nature, kayaking with her husband, or curled up in a hammock with a good book.

Connect with Rosalee de la Foret

Website: https://www.herbalremediesadvice.org/

Buy her Book of Amazon: https://amzn.to/2pJwfaw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosaleedelaforet/

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

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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.

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Topics covered in this episode

The role women have played in herbal healing through our history

Must have herbs in your herbal pantry and how they are used

Common issues for young women and the herbs to consider

Common issues for adult women and the herbs to consider

Common issues for menopausal women and the herbs to consider

Rosemary’s recommended books:

Herbal Healing for Women: https://amzn.to/2LDQJ0b

Herbal Remedies for Women: https://amzn.to/2LKbHdG

The Woman’s Herbal Apothecary: https://amzn.to/2JvcVYZ

The Woman’s Handbook of Healing Herbs: https://amzn.to/2XERJIA

Main Herbs covered in this episode

Stinging Nettle

Dandelion

Raspberry Leaf

Schisandra Berry

Lady’s Mantle

Black Cohosh (cultivated)

Chaste Tree (Vitex)

About Rosemary Gladstar

Rosemary Gladstar is, literally, a star figure in the field of modern herbalism, internationally renowned for her technical knowledge and stewardship in the global herbalist community. She has been learning, teaching and writing about herbs for over 40 years and is the author of eleven books. Her work includes Medicinal Herbs, a Beginners Guide, Herbal Healing for Women, Herbal Healing for Men, Rosemary Gladstar’s Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, and The Science and Art of Herbalism, an extensive in depth home study course. She is also the Founding President of United Plant Savers, director of The New England Women’s Herbal Conference and founder and past director of the International Herb Symposium.

Connect with Rosemary Gladstar

Website: https://scienceandartofherbalism.com/

Buy her Book "Herbal Healing for Women" on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2LDQJ0b

Science and Art of Herbalism Course: https://scienceandartofherbalism.com/product/the-classic-printed-plus-online-course/ (SAVE $75 off with coupon code: AromaCulture2019)

Sage Mountian: https://www.sagemountain.com/

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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.

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We provide 100% pure essential oils and natural aromatherapy products, sourced in-house, from small-scale producers located in over 60 different countries. Find out more: https://www.aromatics.com/aboutus

Topics covered in this episode

What are nutritive herbs and how can they support our health?

When are nutritive herbs helpful and needed?

What specific body systems are supported by nutritive herbs?

Specific nutritive herbs and their herbal profiles, nutritive value and uses

Herbs covered in this episode

Stinging Nettle

Oats

Horsetail

Dandelion

About Lauren Truscott Waddell

Lauren Truscott Waddell is a Registered Herbal Therapist with the Canadian Herbalist Association of BC, practicing since 2012. She is passionate about sustainably working with the healing tools nature offers and loves experimenting with food and plants as medicines and beauty tools. Lauren works with clients with a broad range of health and wellness goals using herbal medicine, nutrition and lifestyle guidance. Her intention is to provide a positive, healing space, instilling confidence in every client and working alongside plants to assist the body’s natural healing process. Lauren spends her spare time walking her blind dog, Joe, near the ocean.

Connect with Lauren Truscott Waddell

Website: http://www.littleisland.ca

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

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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.

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Topics covered in this episode

Why sleep is important and how it benefits our bodies

Common factors that can cause insomnia and sleep disorders

Specific herbs and herbal approaches to improving sleep

The three categories of herbs for sleep and when each is appropriate

Real life case study in Trina’s herbal practice

Herbal recipes and formulas for improving sleep

Lifestyle and dietary choices to help improve sleep

Herbs covered in this episode

Skullcap

Oats

Vervain

Lemon Balm

Chamomile

Passionflower

California Poppy

Valerian

Hopps

About Trina Palomarez

Trina Palomarez is a Board Certified Nutrition Specialist and Clinical Herbalist with a private practice located in the bay area. Her practice embodies a functional medicine perspective on health, utilizing clinical nutritional strategies, along with the foundations of herbal medicine to uncover the underlying cause for disease and health disruption. In addition to her private practice, Trina is the lead staff practitioner at Farmacopia, an herbal apothecary, clinical supplement pharmacy and integrative clinic with one of the largest collection of herbal extracts available in the North Bay. Trina specializes in a functional medicine approach to digestive health, autoimmune disease, allergies, hormone balancing, natural strategies for anxiety and depression and weight loss.

Connect with Trina Palomarez

Website: https://www.trinapalomarez.com/

Farmacopia: https://www.farmacopia.net/

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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.

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Topics covered in this episode

What makes honey such a great medicine making medium?

The quality differences in various honeys, and how to source good quality honey

Overview of the common herbal honey preparations

Herbal honey medicinal recipe ideas

Using herbal honey topically

About Dawn Combs

Dawn Combs is the author of Sweet Remedies. She is the co-owner of the herbal health farm Mockingbird Meadows and the master formulator for a variety of the farm’s herb- and honey-based products. Trained in ethnobotany, she travels across the country to speak about botanical wellness and home health proficiency. She writes a column, Roots Rx, for Heirloom Gardener magazine and is a regular contributor to Mother Earth Living, Mother Earth News, and Hobby Farms. She has written two previous books about herbal healing. Combs lives with her family in central Ohio.

Connect with Dawn Combs

Website: https://mockingbirdmeadows.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mockingbirdmeadows/

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

Purchase “Sweet Remedies” on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2MX6SjC

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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.

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We provide 100% pure essential oils and natural aromatherapy products, sourced in-house, from small-scale producers located in over 60 different countries. Find out more: https://www.aromatics.com/aboutus

Topics covered in this episode

How effective are herbs when used as topical medicine?

Specific situations when topical use of herbs is directly indicated over internal use

The power of touch therapies in combination with herbs

Herbal foot and hand baths and specific situations when they are useful

Main Herbs Mentioned in this episode

Plantain (Plantago spp.)

Coltsfoot

Violet

Comfrey

Yarrow

St. John’s Wort

Stinging Nettle

Sage

Elderberry Flowers

Basil

White Oak Bark

Calendula

Rose

Lavender

Rosemary

About Robin Rose Bennett

Robin Rose Bennett, founder of Wisewoman Healing Ways: Herbal Medicine and EarthSpirit Teachings, has been offering classes since 1986 at herb conferences, festivals, clinics, medical and nursing schools, and most joyously, outside with the plants. Robin has a plant medicine video series on You Tube and two meditation CD's available through her website and also from CD Baby. She is the author of two practical, inspiring books available as paperbacks or e-books, Healing Magic- A Green Witch Guidebook to Conscious Living-10th anniversary edition and The Gift of Healing Herbs- Plant Medicines and Home Remedies for a Vibrantly Healthy Life.

Connect with Robin Rose Bennett

Website: www.robinrosebennett.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN5w_tVx1yN7p5kktEyGwRg

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

Purchase Robin’s books on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2MKTSgD

This Podcast is brought to you by AromaCulture Magazine - AromaCulture Magazine is filled with educational articles, case studies and recipes written by practicing herbalists and qualified aromatherapists. Our June 2019 issue centers around the topic of the Endocrine System. You can find it at https://www.aromaculture.com/shop/june2019. .

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.