Current research on Alzheimer’s shows that over 5.8 million people have the disease.  The percentage is also increasing dramatically as the baby boomers hit their sixty’s.  We will include current research and data briefly to set the background but in 2011 it became clear my own mother was dealing with Alzheimer’s at a level where she could no longer live alone in California.  It was decided she should come live with me as her care giver.  An educational experience and life changing project is an understatement in describing what has happened since then.  As an herbalist and therapist my perspective was slightly different than the “average” caregiver.  I knew I couldn’t cure her but I was determined to do everything I could as naturally as possible to make her final years the best they could be.  I hope to share as much helpful information as possible.  In this short class/discussion

This class will explore the lymphatic system through a holistic lens and its important role in maintaining our bodily health. Both physiological and energetic perspectives on supporting the function and flow of lymph will be discussed with an emphasis on how to incorporate medicinal herbs safely and effectively to support the lymphatics’ diverse health-enhancing effects.

Bio: Dr. Marisa Marciano is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor & Registered Herbalist (AHG) with expertise in both the education and clinical applications of phytotherapy. She received her post-degree medical training from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, where she is currently a faculty member, as well as Chair of the Botanical Medicine Department.