Advanced Formulations

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Trace the history and evolution of herbal formulation practices and understand the core principles that guide the creation of effective herbal remedies.
• Analyze the chemical makeup of herbs, understand the actions of different phytochemicals, and apply this knowledge to enhance the therapeutic efficacy of herbal formulas.
• Utilize the principles of herbal energetics to assess and select appropriate herbs for specific health conditions, ensuring a balanced approach to herbal therapy.
• Gather detailed client information, including medical history, lifestyle factors, and energetic patterns, to establish clear therapeutic goals and tailor herbal formulations to individual needs.
• Craft complex herbal formulas by selecting key, supporting, balancing, and catalyst herbs, and refine these formulas to maximize their therapeutic effects.
• Incorporate considerations such as sustainability, herb availability, client preference, and potential herb-drug interactions into the formulation process.
• Prepare and recommend appropriate herbal delivery methods, including tinctures, teas, capsules, and topical applications, based on client needs and the nature of the condition being treated.
• Identify potential contraindications, monitor client responses to herbal protocols, and make necessary adjustments to ensure both efficacy and safety throughout the treatment process.