Old Remedies for Modern Living
with Samantha Almond

  • Samantha Almond
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  • One hour video
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Learn all about the forgotten wisdom of Western herbs
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Old Remedies for Modern Living

A journey into the forgotten wisdom of Western herbs, this talk explores the inspiration behind Old Remedies for Modern Living and the historical texts that shaped it.

Join Samantha Almond and discover how traditional plant remedies and modern research come together to revive practical healing for today.
✅ Find out the story behind the book – What inspired its creation and the journey into the writings of early herbalists.

✅ Learn how historical texts hold keys to healing practices forgotten by modern herbalism.

✅ An inside look at selected herbs featured in the book – including their historical uses, folkloric background, and what modern research has discovered about them today.

✅ Practical recipes from the past – from poultices and decoctions to syrups, cold infusions, bath oils, and more.

✅ Why reconnecting with traditional formulas can transform how we approach health and healing today.

Old Remedies for Modern Living

Join us for an inspiring and informative talk with herbalist Samantha Almond, author of Old Remedies for Modern Living—a full-colour, comprehensive materia medica that brings forgotten plant wisdom back into the heart of modern herbal practice.

In this special session, Samantha will share the personal journey that sparked the creation of her book—what inspired its writing, how that path led to the works of historical herbalists, and the rich world of traditional knowledge they left behind.

You’ll hear about the process of uncovering and reviving these old texts and how that research revealed long-lost remedies still relevant today.

🌼 What You’ll Explore in the Talk:
🔹 The story behind the book – What inspired its creation and the journey into the writings of early herbalists
🔹 How historical texts hold keys to healing practices forgotten by modern herbalism
🔹 An inside look at selected herbs featured in the book – including their historical uses, folkloric background, and what modern research has discovered about them today
🔹 Practical recipes from the past – from poultices and decoctions to syrups, cold infusions, bath oils, and more
🔹 Why reconnecting with traditional formulas can transform how we approach health and healing today

🌟 Why Attend?
✅ Gain insight into the creation of a modern materia medica rooted in ancient knowledge.
✅ Learn how to integrate time-tested remedies into your own daily life or clinical practice.
✅ Explore how traditional plant lore can deepen your connection with herbs.
✅ Be inspired to engage with herbal medicine as both a science and a living tradition.

Whether you're a herbalist, a student of natural health, or simply someone drawn to the wisdom of plants, this talk will reignite your curiosity and give you practical tools to bring old remedies into the present day.


Reserve your spot and reconnect with the roots of herbal medicine

Whether you're a herbalist, a student of natural health, or simply someone drawn to the wisdom of plants, this talk will reignite your curiosity and give you practical tools to bring old remedies into the present day.

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About Your Teacher:

Samantha Almond is a self-taught herbalist and nature enthusiast.

Her debut book is the culmination of years of dedicated research into the wildflowers of the Forest of Dean, a project she began in 2019.

She provides readers with a unique perspective on the history of the medicinal uses of the plants of this enchanting region and how those historical uses stand up to modern research.

Samantha enjoys sharing her discoveries with others and exploring the countryside with her partner Adrian and their dogs Holly and Pippa.

Patrick Jones - Course author

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How long is the webinar?

It is around 60 minutes!

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