Information & Details about the 10th International Herb Symposium
Nurse's Path Schedule
Oh, good scholar, I say to myself,
how can one help but grow wise with such teachings as these ~
the untrimmable light of the world, the ocean’s shine,
the prayers that are made from grass?
~ Mary Oliver
Continuing Nurses Education
We are happy to offer CNE for Nurses again this year at the IHS thanks to the good work of Herbal Nurse Debi Chalko. If you are a nurse and interested in obtaining CNE’s credits for attending the IHS, check back mid January for the class listing that will be available for nurses credits and further information for registering for them. There is an additional fee for processing CNE’s.
“Application for approval of continuing nursing education contact hours has been submitted to the American Holistic Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Approval for contact hours through the AHNA is based on an assessment of the educational merit of this program and does not constitute endorsement of the use of any specific modality in the care of clients.”
FRIDAY SCHEDULE
1 ~ 2 OPENING CEREMONIES ~ In Chapel.
Welcome & Introductions. Drumming & Ceremony. And welcoming performances by special guest musicians2:30 – 4 AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS
N 4. Cholesterol – Getting to the Heart of the Matter w/Kathleen Maier.
Many people today are faced with challenging questions about their cardiovascular health. The medicalization of our hearts is taking away our confidence in our ability to sustain our own health. This class looks at the myths surrounding hypertension, high cholesterol and statin drugs. We will talk about cholesterol as our primary anti-oxidant for dealing with stress and look at the deep reaches stress plays in our world today.
N6. The Skinny on Metabolic Syndrome w/Chris Marano
Perhaps the most epidemic of non-contagious diseases plaguing our culture, metabolic syndrome is a cluster of chronic disorders directly related to food and lifestyle choices, affecting the entirety of our systems, including menstrual irregularities. This presentation offers a run-down of the causes, symptoms, and simple choices we can make with lifestyle, herbs, healthy supplements, and food, including insight into the remarkably healthy Mediterranean diet.
Remember, the active ingredient in plants is friendship ~ Kathleen Maier
4:30 – 6 AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS (Please note; these * classes will run to 6:30)
N *5. Medical Herbalism and Autoimmune Thyroid Disease w/Dr. Michael Friedman.
An overview of pathophysiology and laboratory testing of thyroid dysfunction will be discussed within a holistic context of healing therapies. The use of botanicals, bioidentical hormones, nutrition, vitamins, minerals and lifestyle counseling as a restorative treatment approach towards healing for thyroid disease will be discussed. Case studies of patients treated for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Hashimotos Disease, Graves Disease, and Toxic Multi Nodular goiter will be discussed in detail.
Adv
N 7. Health Benefits of Tea w/Mark Blumenthal.
Next to water, infusions of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) are the most popular beverages in the world. Modern pharmacological, clinical and epidemiological research supports the main health benefits of this remarkable beverage, including its antioxidant, cardiovascular and chemopreventive (anticancer) effects. This presentation covers impressive body of recent science on tea.
6:00 - 7:30 DINNER
SATURDAY SCHEDULE
“Nature insists that we slow down, listen, and observe. Beauty and stillness fill us
when we stop our incessant human chatter” ~ Village Herbalists, Nancy & Michael Phillips
7:00 – 8:30 BREAKFAST
9 – 10:30 MORNING WORKSHOPS
N 5. Addressing Chronic Illness with Herbs and Heart w/Kate Gilday.
This workshop will offer a comprehensive approach to restoring health and well-being through understanding one’s constitution, strengths and weaknesses, supporting immune function, tending heart and spirit, as well as addressing physical symptoms. From her perspective as a traditional western herbalist, Ayurvedic and flower essence practitioner, Kate will discuss specific herbs, foods, supplements and flower essences-and share case studies from her practice. Intermediate
N 6. Using Herbs as a Primary Treatment for Cancer w/Dr. Michael Friedman.
In this informative discussion Dr. Friedman will share effective herbal remedies and protocols that he uses with his patients. He will share case studies and cover specific herbs that have a long history of being effective for slowing the growth of tumors and cancerous growths. Advanced
11:00 – 12:30 MID MORNING WORKSHOPS (Please note; these * classes will run till 1)
N*5. Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina and Stress Relief w/David Winston.
We live in a stress filled world and one of the answers to dealing more effectively with this chronic problem is the use of Adaptogens. These restorative tonic herbs help re-regulate the HPA (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal) Axis and SAS (Sympatho-adrenal System), thus normalizing endocrine, immune and nervous system function. What are adaptogens and how is this term being misused and confused? How do they work and which ones are appropriate for you?
12:30 - 2:00 LUNCH
2 – 3:30 AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS
N 3. An Herbalist on the Road ~ Traveler’s First Aide w/Rosemary Gladstar.
Herbal first aide remedies and tips from an herbal gypsy. When traveling it pays to be prepared. What favorite remedies do fellow traveler’s have to share? What goes into a traveler’s first kit? Rosemary will share her favorite remedies for healthy traveling and a sample traveler’s first aide kit peppered with stories of her travels, first aide along the route, and a colorful slide show.
6. Qi & Blood, Shen & Essence: a Chinese Herbal Perspective on Deficiency Disorders w/Chris Marano.
A user-friendly explanation of the Chinese Vital Substances and how they relate to health and imbalance, with emphasis on deficiency disharmonies, including how they manifest, what symptoms to look for, and what herbs, foods and behaviors address them, including simple and effective qi gong exercises. Intermed/Adv.
“Don’t hurry; Don’t worry. You’re only here for a short visit.
So be sure to stop and smell the flowers” ~ W. Hagen (1892 ~ 1969)
N~ 5-6:30: The Herbal Nurses Forum: Building a Professional Practice with Nurse-Herbalists Bonnie Kavanagh & Marguerite Uhlmann-Bower.
The focus of this open forum will be to update on professional practice issues and continue dialogue for nurses who wish to include herbs and herbalism in their practice.
5:30 - 7:00 DINNER
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
7:00 - 8:30 Breakfast
9 – 10:30 MORNING WORKSHOPS
N 5. Alternatives for ADD/ADHD w/David Winston.
According to published statistics 3-5 % of children (and adults) have ADHD. If you look into America's classrooms, the number of children diagnosed with this condition and on medication to treat it is actually much higher. In this class we look at the neurological, societal, dietary and environmental causes of ADHD & the orthodox and botanical/nutritional treatments that show evidence of efficacy & long-term safety.
N 6. Smoking Cessation – A Natural Alternative w/Donna Bryant Winston.
Nicotine is powerfully addictive and smoking cessation can be a grueling battle. This class will focus on smoking and health, understanding nicotine dependence, using herbs and other natural therapies to quit, and to support the body when experiencing withdrawal symptoms.
11 – 12:30 MORNING WORKSHOPS
N 9. The Art and Science of the Intake w/Phyllis D. Light.
What is the purpose of the intake? How do we develop a working intake form that captures vital info without overwhelming the client? How do we engage our clients and still set boundaries? These are some of the questions that will be answered. Other topics covered in the class include: staging the office area, using assessment language, assessment techniques, developing a strategy, designing a program, goal setting, stages of change, hierarchy of needs, follow-up. Includes some business aspects of running a practice such as fee setting, record keep, advertising. Practitioner oriented
12:00 -1:30 LUNCH
1:30 - 3 AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS
N 4. A History of Medicine in the United States w//Guido Mase’.
Herbalism is only recently been 'alternative'. It is upsetting to hear technological medicine described as 'traditional'. Learn the wanderings of health care in the United States through the 19th and 20th centuries, exploring the ascendance of homeopathy, eclectic medicine, and the criminal vagaries of 'regular' doctors and the AMA. An important 'back story' for herbalists – never taught at modern medical schools.
N 9. Wholistic Approach to an Influenza Pandemic w/Michael Phillips.
Michael will discuss how our immune system deals with virulent influenza and what can be done to support the right kind of immune response. We’ll look at readily-available herbs known for their anti-viral activity. Lessons learned from past pandemics point the way to homegrown remedies that are far more equalitarian than government solutions!
3:30 ~ 4:30 Closing Ceremonies~ Join us in this joyful Circle of Sharing
More than just a time to say goodbye ~ we’ll honor the Green Nations with song, drumming and joyful ceremony.
This is a special Blessing Way before we part on our journey’s home.
Our true home is in the present moment.
The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk
on the green earth in the present moment
~ Thich Nhat Hahn
Special Thanks to our Sponsors for Making this Event Possible
Herb Pharm, Frontier Herbs, Traditional Medicinal Tea Co.
Mountain Rose Herbs, New Chapter & Herbalist & Alchemists
Thanks to Traditional Medicinals & OM Organics for the Delicious Tea
“This is the dream song we are singing for you.
This is the power song that will take us to the edge.
This is rock medicine, the talking tree, the singing water.
Listen…. She is dancing underneath you.
It is a river. It is a chant. It is the medicine bundle…
It is what happened long ago. It is what has been forgotten.
It is the smell of sweetgrass and white sage… and prayers lifted to Sky Father.
It is a way, a tradition… the way it was always done by the people.
It is a feeling of warmth, love, and connectedness.
The sound of voices honoring the Earth Mother.
Listen…She is dancing underneath you….”
From music for “The Native Americans”