7531 - Healing with Kitchen Herbs and Spices
Course Overview
What did people do before pharmacies lined every corner? They turned to their kitchen cupboards! Long before modern drugstores, families relied on the healing power of everyday herbs and spices to soothe common ailments. In this immersive, hands-on workshop, you’ll step into the world of traditional remedies and discover how your spice rack can become your medicine cabinet.
Explore the rich history and powerful healing properties of familiar culinary herbs and spices. You’ll touch, taste, and smell these natural wonders, learning how to craft simple, effective remedies right in your own home.
Participants will receive helpful handouts, easy-to-follow recipes, and a curated bibliography to keep the learning going long after the class ends. Whether you're a curious beginner or a kitchen alchemist in the making, this workshop is your invitation to reconnect with the healing traditions of the past.
Please note: This class is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Please consult with your doctor before utilizing the concepts outlines in this class session.
What You'll Learn
- Learn about remedies available in common kitchen herbs and spices.
- Learn how to prepare and use these remedies.
- Taste some of the teas and experience other remedies hands-on.
Who Should Attend
Are you interested in learning about remedies as close as your kitchen? This is the class for you!UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment. Click here to see UNM HR's Tuition Remission policy for eligibility and tax liabilities.