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Herbs for the Respiratory and Nervous Systems
New York Open Center See all classes by this school
In this three-session course renowned herbalist Robin Rose Bennett will share her wealth of knowledge to help us learn how to maximize the use of herbal remedies to maintain the health of our crucially important nervous system and address challenges related to it. We will explore several ways in which the mysterious nervous system may hold the ultimate key to our health. Neurons exist virtually everywhere in our bodies and are the messengers coordinating...
Healing with Foods: Recipes to Detox & Fortify
New York Open Center See all classes by this school
In this experiential workshop, the founder of the New York Institute of Herbal Medicine & Nutrition will teach us how to use herbs, spices, teas, soups, and mushrooms, as well as immune-enhancing porridges, to prevent illness, detoxify the body, and help heal various health conditions. We will explore the effects of food on modern ailments, such as: Fatigue Chronic inflammation Allergies Stress Skin conditions There will be lessons on...
The Magic & Medicine of Trees
New York Open Center See all classes by this school
Trees, the elders of the plant world, give us breath and beauty and their leaves, bark, flowers, fruits and seeds offer us physical and spiritual medicines. In this hands-on evening workshop, we will work with Robin Rose, writer, teacher, herbalist and green witch, to understand the power and healing properties of trees. Topics include: Develop tree identification skills Explore the healing properties of trees Experience a trance journey to...
Chinese Herbal Elixirs
New York Open Center See all classes by this school
Chinese Herbal Elixirs: Strengthening through Herbs & Ritual Learn how to create herbal tonics and complementary rituals to increase your energy, awaken your intuition, and reinvigorate your nervous system. In this workshop, we will learn about Chinese tonic herbalism, part of an approach to wellness that focuses on protecting and strengthening our foundational energies, also known as the Three Treasure: Jing (essence) Qi (vitality) Shen...
Acupressure Essentials: Open Your Energy Channels
New York Open Center See all classes by this school
Acupressure Essentials: How to Open Your Energy Channels to Boost Your Health & Wellbeing According to traditional Chinese medicine, there is a network of channels (“meridians”) running through the human body in which our life force (qi) circulates. Along these channels, there are key “acupoints,” focal points at specific locations on these energetic pathways that, if stimulated in the correct manner, can help regulate and balance the...
Herbs for Lung Health: Herbal Meds for Healthy Lungs
Emma Rose See all classes by this school @ Virtual Class, Online, NY
In this class, you will learn how to support your respiratory and immune systems naturally with herbs, food, and lifestyle changes. For both novices and veterans to herbalism, I will walk you through traditional health principles so that you understand how to support your body from the inside out. Highly relevant material during the pandemic of Covid-19. We will cover many herbs so please bring a pen, notebook, and an open heart and mind. There...
Virtual Intro to Aromatherapy & Essential Oils
Karla Manning See all classes by this school @ Virtual Class, Online, NY
Humans have used oils for thousands of years, for different reasons and purposes—from cooking to healing to stress relief—oils are truly nature’s medicine! “A for Aromatherapy” is a course that provides students with a broad introduction and general overview about the science of aromatherapy essential oils. This course is intended for people who are curious and interested in learning more about essential oils and how they work. Through...
Natural Remedies
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, chances are your struggles might begin with a runny nose, sneezing, itchy skin, or respiratory issues. While no one particular food or remedy is a cure-all, many foods boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, and support your body in fighting seasonal allergies. From honey to fresh herbs and esssential oils to probiotics, we will cover a scope of mother natures remedies and recipes handed down from the...
An Intro to Chinese Medicine
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
This workshop will demystify Chinese Medicine and how it fits into our contemporary times of “LIVING GREEN” while complementing the Western approach to health. Learn how the simple notion of “free flow” is a major component in maintaining health. Before the availability of modern technology and science, Chinese Medicine (a complete medical system) was designed using natural resources to balance the flow of energy for wellness and healing....
Herbal Stress Busters for City Living
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Learn how to calm the nervous system and build stamina with the support of tonic, adaptogenic herbs. We will discuss ways to keep the body in balance no matter what life throws at you through a variety of therapeutic herbs and their applications. Recipes and tastings included.