While we spend much of our time in our homes, we are often unaware of problems that develop due to the humid Appalachian climate affecting indoor air quality. Marcus Renner of Conservation Pros will discuss how and why mold and moisture issues develop in homes and...
Men and women alike can take control of their pelvic pain, and Dr. Susie Gronski wants to show them how. This community class will explore pelvic floor function, anatomy, and both the possible causes of and resources for alleviating pelvic pain. Integrative...
In our modern world we often forget that our environment influences our health. Research shows that exposure to the natural world and the lack thereof is an important determinant of individual and community health and well-being. This talk explores some of the...
Learn the basic structures and mechanisms of our state government and ways citizens can impact public policies, laws and regulations, especially those related to environmental, social, and economic justice. Avram Friedman is a founder and the Executive Director of The...
Ayurveda addresses the roots of illness and gives you the tools for optimal well-being. By optimizing your body’s ability to self-heal, this ancient Vedic science guides you to your most healthy, vibrant state.Greta will discuss the foundational concepts of Ayurveda....
Our very own Dr. Brian Lewis will provide an overview of how the thyroid functions, how to promote thyroid health through lifestyle, and the treatment of common thyroid conditions. Together we will discover hidden causes of thyroid imbalance and learn how to interpret...
Katherine Wilson, MSHN explains the core concepts of an anti-inflammatory diet. Inflammation is the body’s first healing response, and chronic inflammation is credited as the root of many serious illnesses. Stress, lifestyle, pre-disposition, and nutrition all play a...
Do you ever find yourself forcing it to poop? Pushing and straining is detrimental to your overall health and well-being, but not everyone likes talking about this common problem. Pooping can feel great, and in this workshop you’ll learn how! This workshop will...
What if you could easily cultivate habits that lead to lifelong happiness—would you pursue it? The field of positive psychology reveals just how happiness is constructed, the habits of the world’s happy people, and how all of us can boost our happiness, for good....
By Herbalist Erin Smith It’s the peak of summer. If you are like me, you are probably spending a lot of time outdoors – with the plants, with the water, with a good book, or perhaps all of the above. While summer is a great time for all herbs, here are a few must have...
Plant Profile: Linden/Lime (Tilia spp.)From Herbalist Erin Smith This time of year the air is sweet with Linden. These beautiful trees provide luscious green shade and have a sweet, sensuous smell that will stop you in your tracks. If you’ve ever walked down a street...
Plant Profile: Elder (Sambucus nigra)From Herbalist Erin Smith As winter gets closer, the cold and flu season is upon us. One of the best herbs for this season is Elder (Sambucus nigra). It offers gentle yet powerful support to promote your supports your body’s...
Plant Profile: Burdock (Arctium lappa) From Herbalist Erin Smith For many, their first experience of Burdock is finding its burs stuck to their clothing or trying to untangle it from dog fur. Besides these Velcro inspiring burs, Burdock is also an ancient medicine in...
Katherine Wilson teamed up with Hickory Nut Gap Farm and Integrative Family Medicine of Asheville to offer this cooking demonstration and nutritional lecture. This class explored the health benefits and flavor options of bone broths. Integrative Family Medicine of...
At 22, Maureen McCarthy was told she would die from a rare, genetic lung disease before she even made it to 30. When a bleak picture was painted of her downhill journey, and she was put on 24-hour oxygen, she decided to mindfully design a series of new relationships...
Learn how to “take in the landscape” in more ways than one with philoso-forager and director of “No Taste Like Home,” Alan Muskat. Not only is wild food 10 to 100 times more nutritious than its domesticated descendants, foraging provides an opportunity for...
Lara Diaz of Lutea Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine discusses a range of therapeutic approaches for menopause including acupuncture, herbs, Qigong, and dietary recommendations to smooth the transition into the wise woman years. Integrative Family Medicine of...
Plant Profile: Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) From Herbalist Erin Smith Thistles get a bad rap. They are often looked at as the peskiest of weeds for their persistence and thorny nature that makes them difficult to remove by hand. But as is often the case with our...
Plant Profile: Violet from Herbalist Erin Smith It is hard to not smile in the presence of violet. The beautiful and delicate flowers are a favorite early spring treat and begin to pop up in March. Long associated with Aphrodite, they are a symbol of love and...
Medicine in Your Spice Cabinet from Herbalist Erin Smith You don’t have to go foraging or even to your local apothecary to start enjoying the health benefits of plant medicines. Your spice cabinet is also your medicine cabinet. Spices, and our desire for their varied...
