Pharmacognosy of Medical Herbalism—Alkaloids, Polyphenols, Terpenes
by Eugene Zampieron ND
Alkaloids are among the most pharmacologically powerful of all plant compounds, while phenolic and terpene-based plant molecules are well-studied for having a myriad of physiologically effects. Hear Dr. Zampieron define these useful compounds and learn of the valuable plant medicines that contain them.
Learning Objectives
- Gain knowledge of alkaloids and their sub-classifications
- Learn about the chemistry and pharmacologic actions of alkaloids
- Be trained in herbal examples of each sub-class of alkaloids
- Expand your understanding of Polyphenols and their chemistry
- Be trained in herbal examples of each sub-class
- Ascertain the vast array of terpenes, phenylpropaniods and related compounds and expand your comprehension of their myriad physiological effects
