Earthwise Herbalist Year One Sampler
Herbalism - Traditional - Engaging
Colds, Coughs, Fever, Flu
Join Matthew Wood as he unpacks the intricate "logic of flus"—how viral and bacterial infections differ, relate, and progress. Learn about the keynotes and specificities of symptoms like chills, fevers, mucus color changes, and congestion, and discover herbal remedies for each stage of illness.
Explore traditional herbal allies like elderberry, rabbit tobacco, angelica, and lobelia—plus lesser-known gems.
Empower yourself with knowledge of diaphoretics, expectorants, lymphatic movers, and antivirals to keep your immune system strong and resilient in flu season.
Join Carolyn Jones and Matthew Wood as they explore the rich traditions of Black folk herbalism, where healing, history, and resilience intertwine. From the deep wisdom of enslaved healers to modern-day herbal practices, this class unveils how plants like High John the Conqueror, rabbit tobacco, and red root have been used for protection, empowerment, and holistic well-being.
Discover the connection between African, Indigenous, and European herbal traditions—and the enduring fight for medical freedom.
Black Folk Herbalism
Seasonal & Food Allergies
Join renowned herbalists Matthew Wood and Phyllis D. Light as they explore the connection between seasonal allergies, food sensitivities, and respiratory health. Learn how the body's histamine response works and discover powerful herbal remedies like nettles, goldenrod, elecampane, and bee propolis to manage mucus, congestion, and inflammation. Plus, gain insights into food-based triggers and gut health.
Teachers
Matthew Wood, MS
Matthew Wood has been a practicing herbalist for over forty years. He is an internationally known teacher and author with more than ten books to his credit. Matthew has an MSc in herbal medicine from the Scottish School of Herbal Medicine (accredited, U. of Wales). He lives in the Midwest.
Carolyn Jones, MSc, CC, HHP
Carolyn Jones is a Holistic Health Educator and Chaplain who teaches the art of self-care and practices a ministry of presence. She is licensed by the New York State Chaplain Task Force and serves the community as an herbalist, a certified aromatherapist, and a reflexologist.
Phyllis D. Light, MA
As 4th generation herbalist, Phyllis started with lessons from her grandmother who taught from her Creek/Cherokee heritage. Phyllis has studied and worked with herbs, foods, and other healing techniques for 30+ years. She is the author of Southern Folk Medicine and co-author of Traditional Western Herbalism Pulse Evaluation.
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