Each year, the heat of summer brings with it the cooling delight of berries. More than just beloved foods, these are potent medicines for our bodies and spirits. This class explores the chemistry and medicinal actions of berries broadly, specific indications for individual species, and harvesting and preparation of edible species found wild in Vermont.
Emily is passionate about herbal medicine as part of a broader effort to reconnect with ancestral ways of living. She hopes to help people feel empowered in their health by honoring each person’s experiences, intuition, and knowledge of themselves while offering resources, support, and education in return. She recognizes the interconnectedness between people and their environments, acknowledging the need for cultural shifts to support true health. Emily is especially interested in helping folks connect with the plants of their bioregion, nutritional approaches to healing, and supporting those with autoimmune disease.