CLASS HIGHLIGHT: Kid’s Health: The Digestive/Immune Connection, Dr. Mary Bove, ND, AHG of the Brattleboro Naturopathic Clinic Description: The first several years of a child’s life is an important period for establishing immune system health, cognitive development, allergic predispositions, skin health, and digestive health. Digestive health and function is directly related to immune health via several mechanisms including a healthy thriving microbiota. Look at the role of botanical medicines for supporting healthy digestive system development and colonization of the microbiota to encourage healthy immune system development. Some of the botanical medicines discussed include astragalus, althea officnalis, ulmus falva, glycyrrhiza glabra, chamomile, larch, and calendula flower.
Posted on: Mon, 19 May 2014 14:28:24 +0000
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