14ME25 - The Subtle Art of Working with Astringents Format:Audio The chemically complex nature of

The chemically complex nature of herbs frequently requires additional quality control in herbal raw materials

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there have been numerous cases of accidental misidentification of botanicals

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14ME25 - The Subtle Art of Working with Astringents Format:Audio The chemically complex nature ofSpeaker: Kat Maier. While these herbs are considered drying, and that is true in many instances, we see how they can help tone and build tissue, thus enabling the holding of water and hydrating of tissue. The focus is on their vital role in digestive system therapeutics: colitis, gastritis, IBS and IBD. Includes a discussion of these versatile allies, from the demure potency of Rosa spp. to the mighty actions of Quercus alba