Modifying Chinese Formulas with Western Herbs: Mental Health

There are many reasons for T.C.M. practitioners to explore potential synergies between traditional formulas they are prescribing and Western herbs. Patients are already taking herbs when they come to us and it is responsible to counsel them in their health choices and understand where there may be risks, incompatibilities, or desirable compounded effects from taking Western herbs in conjunction with T.C.M. formulas. There are many extraordinary Western herbs that can accelerate and enhance desired therapeutic outcomes when combined with TCM formulas.

Location: Yinova Center (exact location TBD) 

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Teacher:  Benjamin Zappin, LAc has practiced acupuncture for over 20 years and worked with Western and Chinese herbs professionally for almost 30 years. Benjamin’s areas of practice focus have included mental health and infectious disease. Benjamin is CEO, and along with his wife Ingrid Bauer, MD, founded Five Flavors Herbs, an herbal extract company, herbal Ph*rm*cy, and contract manufacturer located in Grass Valley, Ca. In addition to their own brand they formulate and manufacture for leading nutraceutical companies and emerging brands.