VIRTUAL HERBALISM CONFERENCE - DAY 1
Science of Adaptogens and Specific Indications for Use with David Winston
Join David Winston, internationally recognized herbalist, ethnobotanist, and educator, as he explores the science of adaptogens, their therapeutic properties, and how to select the right adaptogen for individual needs. Founder of Herbalist & Alchemist and the David Winston Center for Herbal Studies, David blends traditional herbal knowledge with modern science. His influential books include Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina, and Stress Relief, regarded as the essential reference for understanding the power of adaptogenic plants. Learn from one of the field's leading experts in this fascinating and practical discussion!
Discussion Highlights:
- What are adaptogens, and how do they work?
- Specific indications for individuals when choosing an adaptogen.
- Historical look at the traditional uses of adaptogenic plants across cultures.
- How adaptogens influence and support the immune system.
- Adaptogens that are effective for boosting energy and combating fatigue.
- The role that adaptogens play in supporting mental health.
- Safety considerations, proper dosaging, and best practices for using adaptogens effectively.
David Winston is an accomplished Herbalist and Ethnobotanist with 55 years of training in Chinese, Western/Eclectic, and Southeastern herbal traditions. He has been in clinical practice for 48 years and is an herbal consultant to physicians, herbalists, and researchers. David is the founder and director of the Herbal Therapeutics Research Library and the dean of David Winston’s Center for Herbal Studies. A leading voice in herbal education, David regularly lectures at medical schools and herbal conferences, and is a contributing educator here at the Herbal Academy.Â
David is also the president of Herbalist & Alchemist, Inc., a manufacturer of herbal products. A founding member of the American Herbalist Guild, he also serves on the American Botanical Council and the American Herbal Pharmacopoeia Advisory Boards. He has authored and co-authored numerous books and articles on herbal medicine and contributed to the Botanical Safety Handbook. He has received multiple awards, including the AHPA Herbal Insights Award and the 2024 ABC Herbal Community Builder Award.
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