This course presents a practical overview of medical botany/herbology, including history, composition, safety, and therapeutic use of the most commonly used botanical medicines. Each of these agents is reviewed regarding its classification, bioactive components, herb-drug-nutrient interactions, mechanism of action, metabolism, indications and contraindications, toxicology, methods of administration, and dosage.
- Instructor: Chris Browne
- Instructor: Peter Knight
- Course Facilitator: Monde Bongo
- Course Facilitator: Stephanie Hinton