Understanding Herbal Constituents & Plant Chemistry is now available in ten online modules. Each module is three weeks long and can be taken independently one at a time, or as the full program.
Learn the molecular influences behind solubility: polarity, molecular size, matrix effects, heat, pH, etc. Choosing optimal solvents and solvent systems for herbal extractions. Details for making potent water extractions (standard infusions, decoctions, etc.); hydroethanolic extractions (macerations, fresh-herb tinctures), oil extractions (infused oils, salves).
Module 3 Details:
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- The influence of polarity on solubility
- Solubility is a continuum, not either/or
- Like Dissolves Like principle
- Aglycone vs. glycosides: influences on solubility
- Water extractions: principles, calculation, procedures for standard infusions & decoctions
- Hydroethanolic extractions: principles, calculation, procedures for dried herb macerations, fresh herb tincturing
- Oil extractions: principles, calculation, procedures for botanical infused oils, botanical salves
This three week module includes:
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- Four 2-hour recorded webinars with Lisa Ganora
- One live Q & A session with Lisa Ganora
- Six videos (from live classes)
- One extended PowerPoint presentation
- Six detailed handouts on herbal pharmacy
- Six detailed study guides
- Three quizzes
- Three assignments
- Access to live Office Hours & Discussion Forum
Foundations of Phytochemistry: Module 1 – On-Demand
Herbal Constituents, Synergy, & Variability: Module 2 – On-Demand
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