In June, I attended an herbal training with Rosemary Gladstar at Sage Mountain Herbal Learning Center in Vermont. As many of my patients know, I employ Chinese medicine in my practice, which often includes the administration of herbs to help open up energy pathways, decrease blood stagnation and control inflammation among other things.

This workshop gave me the opportunity to brush up on native American medicinal plants and their various uses to treat illnesses and injuries. From the drumming circle to our nature walks, it was an eye-opening and spirit-renewing experience as well as a learning one.

The picture above is of Rosemary Gladstar teaching the class. Rosemary is a pioneer in the herbal movement and has even been called the “godmother of American Herbalism.”