Course Overview
This is a Live Webinar event that will be held on November 16, 2026 - 5am AWST, 8am AEDT, 10am NZDT.
We are going to be recording three episodes of the Sperb's Herbs podcast. The first covers another Chinese single herb, Jiang Huang (Tumeric), a useful Chinese herb in the invigorating blood subcategory that is also an important herb commonly used as an anti-inflammatory. Our second episode covers the Chinese formula Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book), from formulas that moisten the intestines and unblock the bowels subcategory. The third is one of the most expensive herbs used in Chinese medicine: Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps) from the tonify yang subcategory. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category, and functions, we will explore the history, quality, science, pharmacology, evidence, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
The recordings will be made available for you to review after the event!
Objectives
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Comprehend basic Chinese and bio-medical information about Jiang Huang (Tumeric), Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book), and Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps).
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Converse about the current scientific evidence about the uses, dangers, and effectiveness of Jiang Huang (Tumeric), Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book), and Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps).
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Understand the history of Jiang Huang (Tumeric), Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book), and Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps), especially in the context of the Chinese classics.
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Understand and prevent any potential drug-herb interactions.
Outline
November 16, 2026 - 5am AWST, 8am AEDT, 10am NZDT (3 hrs)
Introduction of Jiang Huang (Tumeric).
Discussion of Jiang Huang (Tumeric).
Summary of Jiang Huang (Tumeric).
Introduction of Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book).
Discussion of Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book).
Summary of Run Chang Wan (Moisten the Intestines Pill from Master Shen's Book).
Introduction of Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps).
Discussion of Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps).
Summary of Dong Chang Xia Cao (Cordyceps).
Teacher
Greg Sperber
Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
Disclaimers
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