This is a beginner's guide to making plant medicine using the "folk method." The folk method is a traditional way of making herbal medicine that does not involve fancy equipment\, just basic kitchen measuring tools. In this one-hour class\, we will go over how to make an herbal syrup\, an herbal infused oil\, a salve\, and a tincture\, as well as the plants that would best be extracted using each preparation\ , and applications for these remedies! You will love remembering the art o f herbal folk medicine! \;
\nNora Toomey is a Writer and Clinica l Herbalist. She has an MFA in poetry from California College of the Arts\ , and a Clinical Herbalist Certification from the Berkeley Herbal Center. In 2020\, Nora co-founded the plant and sound wellness company\, Flower &a mp\; Frequency while developing her private practice and herbal product li ne\, True Bloom. She has enjoyed volunteering with the People&rsquo\;s Med icine Project\, working at the Berkeley Herbal Center&rsquo\;s Community C linic\, writing for the Herbal Academy\, and developing herbal programming for public libraries and senior centers across CT\, NY\, MA\, and RI.
\n*The content of this class is for educational purposes only\, and is not intended to diagnose\, treat\, or prevent any condition. Please co nsult your doctor before making any changes to your health regimen. Partic ipation in this program is voluntary and at your own discretion. Worcester Public Library is not responsible for any reactions\, injuries\, or adver se effects that may occur as a result of taking part in this program.
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