Herbs for Chronic Disease
With Ayo Ngozi
Aug. 17 from 9-3
"Everyone who is born holds dual citizenship in the kingdom of the well and the kingdom of the sick ... Sooner or later each of us is obliged, at least for a spell, to identify ourselves as citizens of that other place." ~Susan Sontag
Chronic diseases are diseases of long duration and generally slow progression. About 150 million Americans live with chronic illnesses, which account for nearly three-quarters of all health care dollars spent in the U.S., and 70% of all deaths. Some of these imbalances—cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, and asthma, for example—are well-researched and are typically “managed” with pharmaceutical drugs. Other illnesses defy diagnosis through standard clinical tests, and people with illnesses such as irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and Lyme disease face skepticism from physicians about their experiences.
In this class, we’ll explore:
· alternative ways of viewing chronic disease as an expression of mind-body health;
· ways to prevent the onset and/or progression of illnesses;
· remedies to address both the root causes and symptoms of illness;
· and how to use herbs to ease the side effects of pharmaceuticals used to treat chronic diseases.
Details:
Class is Rain or shine
Lunch is a potluck, please bring a dish to share
Please come prepared to be outdoors with appropriate and comfortable clothing
About Ayo:
As a clinical herbalist, Ayo provides health counseling, wellness education, and herbal support in the form of consultations and custom-formulated herbal remedies. A longtime student of nature and natural healing, she completed my Master of Science in Herbal Medicine at Tai Sophia Institute (http://www.tai.edu).Ayo earned previous degrees at Cornell University (M.P.S.) and Hampton University (B. A.). She maintains a clinical practice and organic gardens in Mount Rainier, MD.
Location:
Centro Ashe Farm
1620 Chester Avenue
Bryans Road, MD 20616
Cost: $50
Pre-registration is required, registration is non-refundable but transferable at equal value.
Please contact [email protected] or 301-375-6082 with any questions.
Pay Now!
With Ayo Ngozi
Aug. 17 from 9-3
"Everyone who is born holds dual citizenship in the kingdom of the well and the kingdom of the sick ... Sooner or later each of us is obliged, at least for a spell, to identify ourselves as citizens of that other place." ~Susan Sontag
Chronic diseases are diseases of long duration and generally slow progression. About 150 million Americans live with chronic illnesses, which account for nearly three-quarters of all health care dollars spent in the U.S., and 70% of all deaths. Some of these imbalances—cardiovascular disease, Type 2 diabetes, and asthma, for example—are well-researched and are typically “managed” with pharmaceutical drugs. Other illnesses defy diagnosis through standard clinical tests, and people with illnesses such as irritable bowel syndrome, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, and Lyme disease face skepticism from physicians about their experiences.
In this class, we’ll explore:
· alternative ways of viewing chronic disease as an expression of mind-body health;
· ways to prevent the onset and/or progression of illnesses;
· remedies to address both the root causes and symptoms of illness;
· and how to use herbs to ease the side effects of pharmaceuticals used to treat chronic diseases.
Details:
Class is Rain or shine
Lunch is a potluck, please bring a dish to share
Please come prepared to be outdoors with appropriate and comfortable clothing
About Ayo:
As a clinical herbalist, Ayo provides health counseling, wellness education, and herbal support in the form of consultations and custom-formulated herbal remedies. A longtime student of nature and natural healing, she completed my Master of Science in Herbal Medicine at Tai Sophia Institute (http://www.tai.edu).Ayo earned previous degrees at Cornell University (M.P.S.) and Hampton University (B. A.). She maintains a clinical practice and organic gardens in Mount Rainier, MD.
Location:
Centro Ashe Farm
1620 Chester Avenue
Bryans Road, MD 20616
Cost: $50
Pre-registration is required, registration is non-refundable but transferable at equal value.
Please contact [email protected] or 301-375-6082 with any questions.
Pay Now!
Directions ~ Centro Ashé is open to the public during scheduled events only.
Directions from the D.C. area
Take the Capital Beltway (I-495/95 S) or I-295 going south. From I-295 take exit 1A onto I-95 N/I-495 N/MD-210 toward Baltimore, follow signs for MD-210 S/Indian Head Hwy. From the Beltway, take exit 3 onto MD-210 S/Indian Head Hwy and go 12.5 miles. Take right on Maryland 227 W (Marshall Hall Road) go 4.3 miles. Take a left on River Road go 1.2 miles, take a left on Chester Ave and go .1 miles - the farm will be on your left.
Directions from Route 301, Crain Highway
From Waldorf, turn onto Route 228 and follow seven miles to the end. Turn left (south) onto Indian Head Highway and go 4 miles. Take right on Maryland 227 W (Marshall Hall Road) go 4.3 miles. Take a left on River Road go 1.2 miles, take a left on Chester Ave and go .1 miles - the farm will be on your left.
Public Transportation from DC:
Public buses do run to and from Bryans Road on a regular but somewhat limited basis. If you plan to take the bus to one of our events we are able to help arrange you a ride down the road to our farm from the bus stop.
Metrobus Schedule W19 - Indian Head Express Line - PLEASE NOTE THIS BUS IS MONDAY - FRIDAY
http://www.wmata.com/bus/timetables/md/w19.pdf
Directions from the D.C. area
Take the Capital Beltway (I-495/95 S) or I-295 going south. From I-295 take exit 1A onto I-95 N/I-495 N/MD-210 toward Baltimore, follow signs for MD-210 S/Indian Head Hwy. From the Beltway, take exit 3 onto MD-210 S/Indian Head Hwy and go 12.5 miles. Take right on Maryland 227 W (Marshall Hall Road) go 4.3 miles. Take a left on River Road go 1.2 miles, take a left on Chester Ave and go .1 miles - the farm will be on your left.
Directions from Route 301, Crain Highway
From Waldorf, turn onto Route 228 and follow seven miles to the end. Turn left (south) onto Indian Head Highway and go 4 miles. Take right on Maryland 227 W (Marshall Hall Road) go 4.3 miles. Take a left on River Road go 1.2 miles, take a left on Chester Ave and go .1 miles - the farm will be on your left.
Public Transportation from DC:
Public buses do run to and from Bryans Road on a regular but somewhat limited basis. If you plan to take the bus to one of our events we are able to help arrange you a ride down the road to our farm from the bus stop.
Metrobus Schedule W19 - Indian Head Express Line - PLEASE NOTE THIS BUS IS MONDAY - FRIDAY
http://www.wmata.com/bus/timetables/md/w19.pdf