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 2016 Food as Medicine Symposium: Professional Event. Feb. 13-14, 2016. Portland, OR. Intended for health care professionals, this event centers on traditional diets and the latest information on evidence-based clinical nutrition research. Topics include the importance of fat-soluble vitamins for gut and brain health, epigenetics and nutrition, culinary herbs as medicine, and more. More information.
 The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) Raw Materials & Supply Chain Summit. Feb. 23-24, 2016. Salt Lake City, UT. This seminar will focus on providing information about issues that the dietary ingredient sector currently faces. Some topics include best practices for collecting and handling ingredients, Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) implementation, auditing and certification systems, and more. More information.
 10th Annual Complementary & Alternative Cancer Therapies Conference. Feb. 25-27, 2016. West Palm Beach, FL. This year’s conference features over 20 presenters speaking on subjects including dieting, self-healing, breast cancer, medical cannabis, and more. More information.
 5th Annual Florida Herbal Conference. Feb. 26-28, 2016. Lake Wales, FL. This conference offers a weekend for herbal enthusiasts to learn from peers, wise teachers, and the plants themselves; to build relationships with herbal sisters and brothers from the region; and to get grounded in their herbal practice through education, fellowship, and community in nature. More information.
 Introduction to Organic Herb Gardening. March 3, 2016. Portland, OR. Join ACHS Master Gardener and Chief Strategy Officer Erika Yigzaw as she takes you through the steps for growing a successful organic herb garden. She’ll cover topics like selecting the right plants, tending to the soil, attracting the right insects, and more. More information.
 Natural Products Expo West. March 9-13, 2016. Anaheim, CA. Join 60,000 industry professionals at this conference that showcases the spectrum of healthy products from start to finish, identifying the bestsellers of today and the trends of tomorrow. Visit ABC at booth #1317! More information.
 Dr. Murray's Natural Medicine Healing & Wellness Summit. March 14-20, 2016. Online. The theme of this summit is "How to Feel Younger, Reverse Disease, and Live Better Now!" With topics covering poor sleep, weight loss, brain function, and more, learn from some of the world’s respected teachers during this free online event. More information.
 International Conference on the Science of Botanicals. April 11-14, 2016. Oxford, MS. This year's conference will focus on the safety and regulatory aspects of botanicals and natural products, with presentations from government officials and industry representatives. More information.
 The Healthy & Natural Show. May 5-7, 2016. Chicago, IL. This inaugural event connects healthy and natural brands with retailers across channels including food, beverage, dietary supplements, personal care, and pet and household products. Join product manufacturers and retailers alike for three days of education and new product exhibition. More information.
 International Congress on Integrative Medicine & Health. May 17-20, 2016. Las Vegas, NV. With a main focus on integrative health care, the Academic Consortium for Integrative Medicine & Health will host workshops and presentations at its "Bridging Research, Clinical Care, Education, and Policy" event. More information.
 Natural Health Product Research Society Annual Conference. May 17-20, 2016. Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. The theme of this year’s conference is “From idea through commercialization - Filling the gap in Natural Product Research and Development.” Connect with advocates, researchers, delegates, doctors, and others to positively affect natural product research. More information.
 World Tea Expo 2016. June 15-17, 2016. Las Vegas, NV. Do you work in the tea industry or just want to learn more about tea? The World Tea Expo is a place to learn, know, and grow all things tea. With lots of presentations, this event includes a conference and expo, as well as pre-conference programs. More information.
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This week's featured book is Peterson Field Guide to Medicinal Plants and Herbs of Eastern and Central North America, 3rd ed. written by Steven Foster and James A. Duke, PhD, published in 2014.
Organized by flower type within color section and with more than 700 color photos, this long-awaited third edition comprises more than 530 of the most significant medicinal plants in the eastern and central United States and Canada, including both native and non-indigenous species.
Roger Tory Peterson (1908-1996), for whom the series of books is named, invented the 20th century concept of field guides, introducing generations of Americans to the flora, fauna, and natural features of North America. Peterson Field Guides have now been published for 80 years.
This edition represents a complete overhaul compared to the previous editions from 1990 and 2000, to include a majority of new images by Foster, a highly regarded botanical photographer, and 60 new plant species. Each entry includes the plant's Latin name, habitat, and information on which plant parts are used medicinally and how, including simplified warnings. ABC Board of Trustees Member Steven Foster and Board Member Emeritus Jim Duke, PhD, have pooled more than 100 years of combined experience to provide the premier field guide for the medicinal plant seeker in this area of North America. Softcover, 456 pages.
Remember that ABC members get 10% off the retail price when logged in to the online bookstore before ordering. Looking for the International Store? You can find it here.
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The United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) Raw Materials & Supply Chain Summit. Feb. 23-24, 2016. Salt Lake City, UT. Mark Blumenthal will give a presentation on botanical adulteration. More information.
16th Annual Oxford International Conference on the Science of Botanicals. April 11-14, 2016. Oxford, MS. Join ABC Founder and Executive Director Mark Blumenthal and Chief Science Officer Stefan Gafner as they each give presentations at this event. More information.
 CHFA West. May 12-13, 2016. Vancouver, BC, Canada. Mark will give a presentation titled "Adulteration of Botanical Ingredients in the Global Herb Market." More information.
More of ABC's upcoming speaking engagements can be found on the ABC news page.
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ABC has tested the links of the following articles prior to publication; however, some news organizations remove stories and disable links at various times. ABC sends links to these articles as an educational service, but cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in them. Media Watch links are a benefit of ABC membership. For full access, join ABC today.
'Herbal Coffee' Sold in Hangzhou. China Daily. Jan. 27, 2016. Huqingyutang, a famous traditional Chinese medicine store, has a new herbal take on the morning cup of joe.
Plant Medicine: A Natural Pharmacology Primer for Anxiety and Depression. Paper. Jan. 22, 2016. For those battling depression and anxiety, these natural options can help contribute to a sense of well-being.
"Herbal" Cough Syrup Recalled Because Its Secret Ingredient Is Morphine. Slate. Jan. 21, 2016. The company Master Herbs, Inc. has recalled its entire Licorice Coughing Liquid product after it was discovered to contain morphine.
Is a Transparent Global Supply Chain the Holy Grail? NutraIngredients-USA. Jan. 21, 2016. From ingredient suppliers to analytical labs, here’s what industry leaders have to say about transparency in the dietary supplement sector.
New Study Shows Aged Garlic Extract Can Reduce Dangerous Plaque Buildup in Arteries. EurekAlert! Jan. 21, 2016. After a one-year study, researchers have concluded that aged garlic extract can significantly reduce coronary plaque.
Hangover-Free Alcohol? Only in North Korea. The Toronto Star. Jan. 20, 2016. North Korean newspaper Pyongyang Times has reported that the country has made a hangover-free alcohol out of ginseng and rice.
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 HerbalGram 108, available online, includes an herb profile on chamomile. |
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Chickpea pods
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Food as Medicine: Chickpea (Cicer arientinum, Fabaceae)
By Hannah Bauman
Chickpea, an ancient legume, has been cultivated for nearly 7,500 years in the Mediterranean area. Whether stewed in curries, ground into flour, or smashed into hummus, chickpeas provide high amounts of fiber, vitamins, and protein.
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| ABC's HerbClipTM provides summaries and critical reviews of seminal articles covering medicinal plant-related research, regulation, marketing, and responsible usage. Most HerbClips are restricted to ABC members, but these two are available free for everyone:
Dark Chocolate Consumption Reduces Oxygen Demand in Moderate-intensity Exercise
Topical Application of Turmeric Extract Reduces the Severity of Psoriasis Lesions
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