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Classifying Herbs, Standardization, and the Pharmaceutical Industry | Episode 44
Classifying Herbs, Standardization, and the Pharmaceutical Industry | Episode 44
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Length:
47 minutes
Released:
Nov 26, 2018
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Continuing with our series on herbal medicine, founder and executive director of the American Botanical Council Mark Blumenthal talks about the various classifications of herbs, including adaptogens and nervines. Blumenthal also talks about standardization of herbs and the involvement of the pharmaceutical industry. “What’s the first herb that comes to your mind when I say…” Adaptogenic? Ginseng, rhodiola, ashwagandha Nervine? Skullcap, valerian, passion flower Digestive health? Mint, dill, fennel Stress and anxiety? Kava – and learning to take deep breaths! Cardiovascular? Garlic, hawthorn leaf and flower Cognition? Bacopa, ginkgo
Released:
Nov 26, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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