Sperb's Herbs Podcast

Sperb’s Herbs is all about helping people be healthier through integrative medicine. Every other week, we will have podcasts directed to integrative medical professionals and anyone who wants to learn about various herbs. Looking at Chinese herbs, formulas and herbs from around the world, we will explore the stories, history, and culture as well as the health effects of each herb.

Sperb's Herbs Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Dr. Greg Sperber, with 116 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Dr. Greg Sperber hosts Sperb's Herbs Podcast, a health show with 116 episodes published.

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  Episode #116

  Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)

  Aug 11, 202653 min

  In this episode, we will be discussing a very popular Western herb: Echinacea purpurea or purple coneflower. This herb is commonly recommended for treating and preventing colds. Does it have other uses? Does it work? Is it safe? How does Chinese medicine interpret its actions? We will answer these questions and more! And, as usual, we will be adding something a little different…we are going to look at AI again 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 or formula. It is going to be another exciting episode, so please join us as we explore Echinacea purpurea or purple coneflower!

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  Episode #114

  Nourish the Yin Formulas

  Jul 28, 20261h 5m

  In this episode, we are going to explore the whole category of nourish the yin Chinese formulas. “These formulas are used when the body fluids and essences are damaged such that yin becomes deficient and yang relatively excessive.” (Scheid, et al., 2008, p. 364) This can become more prevalent as we age and can affect women, especially menopausal women, more than men. And, as usual, we will be adding something a little different…we are going to, again, discuss yin and yin vacuity. 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 or formula. It is going to be another elevating discussion of herbs …so please join us as we explore nourish the yin formulas!

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  Episode #113

  Huang Qin (Baical Skullcap Root)

  Jun 30, 202650 min

  In this episode, we will be exploring another quite important Chinese herb: huáng qín, Scutellariae Radix, or baical skullcap root. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of herbs that clear heat and dry dampness under the category of herbs that clear heat. As one of the “three yellows,” it is a commonly used and useful herb for clearing heat and draining damp in the upper burner as well as many uses in pregnancy including calming the fetus. And as usual, we will be exploring something a little different… we are going to be discussing “butt breathing”…wwwhhaatt? 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 or formula. It is going to be another scintillating discussion of herbs…so please join us as we explore huáng qín, Scutellariae Radix, or baical skullcap root!

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  Episode #112

  Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)

  Jun 16, 20261h 3m

  In this episode, we are exploring another herb of the world: Milk Thistle or Silybum marianum. This is a very common herb used to treat and “cleanse” the liver. But does it work? Is it safe? Who, if anybody, should take it? We will answer these questions and more! And, as usual, we will be adding something a little different…we will be discussing toxins and cleanses. 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 or formula. It is going to be another enlightening discussion of herbs…so please join us as we explore Milk Thistle or Silybum marianum!

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  Episode #111

  Chái Hú (Bupleurum)

  Jun 2, 202652 min

  In this episode, we will explore another single Chinese herb: Chái Hú, Bupleuri Radix, or bupleurum. This herb is in the Chinese medical subcategory of cool, acrid herbs that release the exterior under the category of release the exterior herbs. It is an incredibly important and commonly used Chinese herb that belies its category as it is very useful for lots of conditions and not just for colds. And as always, we will look at something a little different…we have so much to cover today, so we are going to a Chinese Herbal Legend about today’s herb. 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 or formula. Please join us as we explore one of our medicine’s premiere herbs, Chái Hú, Bupleuri Radix, or bupleurum!

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