Course Overview

This is a Live Webinar event that will be held on July 7, 2024 - 1pm PDT, 4pm EDT, 5pm BRT, 9pm BST, 10pm CEST, 1:30am IST, 6am AEST, 8am NZST.

We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb's Herbs podcast. The first covers an interesting herb of the world, Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium), a great source of fiber, but can it help diabetes and cholesterol? The second episode covers the Chinese herb Xi Xin (Asarum) from the warm, acrid herbs that release the exterior. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!

The recordings will be made available for you to review after the event!

Course Objectives

• Comprehend basic Chinese and bio- medical information about Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium) and Xi Xin (Asarum).
• Converse about the current scientific evidence about the uses, dangers, and effectiveness of Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium) and Xi Xin (Asarum).
• Understand the history of Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium) and Xi Xin (Asarum), especially in the context of the Chinese classics.
• Understand and prevent any potential drug-herb interactions.

Course Outline

July 7, 2024 - 1pm PDT, 4pm EDT, 5pm BRT, 9pm BST, 10pm CEST, 1:30am IST, 6am AEST, 8am NZST (2 hrs)Introduction of Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium).Discussion of Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium).Summary of Plantago ovata (Blond Psyllium).Introduction of Xi Xin (Asarum).Discussion of Xi Xin (Asarum).Summary of Xi Xin (Asarum).