The Breath of Life: Respiratory Function and Botanical Medicine

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

• Describe the structure and function of the respiratory system, including the lungs, bronchi, and alveoli.
• Explain the processes of pulmonary ventilation, pulmonary respiration, and tissue respiration.
• Identify key herbs used in Western herbal medicine for respiratory health.
• Understand the role of various botanical preparations in managing respiratory conditions such as asthma, bronchitis, and sinusitis.
• Explain the concept of prana and its relationship to respiratory health in Ayurvedic medicine.
• Describe Ayurvedic treatments and practices, such as pranayama and nasya, for maintaining and improving respiratory function.
• Recognize common respiratory disorders and their symptoms.
• Develop treatment plans using botanical medicine to address conditions such as sinusitis, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
• Understand the impact of stress and improper breathing patterns on respiratory health.
• Apply breathing exercises and techniques to improve respiratory function and overall well-being.
• Formulate and prescribe herbal remedies tailored to individual respiratory conditions.
• Evaluate the safety and efficacy of various botanical treatments in clinical practice.