With the increasing interest in herbalism, there are a lot of misconceptions about what herbalism actually is. In this talk, our guest speaker will give an overview of and introduction to herbalism, and address the important role of herbs in growing ecosystems. Danièle will delve into the history of humans’ relationships with and use of plants, the differences and overlaps between kitchen herbalism and clinical herbalism, and address common misconceptions about herbalism and how it differs from allopathic medicine. Danièle will also discuss the important role that herbs play in growing ecosystems, including as part of our food system, farming systems, and agricultural systems. She will offer a few simple ways to begin engaging with herbs in our everyday lives as a way to emphasize the accessibility of working with herbs and our inherent connection to them as human beings.

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