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Introduction to Herbs and Botanicals

by Instructor: Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND; Staff Writer: Kimberly Cobb, MS

$15.00

i 1.00 Hours

Course Overview

The use of herbal supplements as a substitute for or as a compliment to conventional medical treatment is a growing trend in the United States. While herbal supplements may be considered effective and safe to use by consumers, there are multiple factors that influence their efficacy and safety. Healthcare professionals must be aware of the safety and efficacy issues related to the use of herbal products by those they serve. It is also important to know where to look for valid resources to identify clinical, valid information to share with consumers and further their own understanding of herbal supplements.

About the Course Author

Mrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new Relias staff joining the Content Department. Mrs. Cobb has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 24 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, and training and technical assistance. She was the statewide evaluator for the Commonwealth of Kentucky for adult, juvenile, and family drug courts; a Research Associate for the American Probation & Parole Association providing training and technical assistance to Native American Nations/Alaska Native Villages on systemic criminal and juvenile justice initiatives; and a Research Administrator for the University of Kentucky. Kimberly Cobb, MS has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.

Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND is a SME Writer focused on topics related to food, nutrition & dietetics for Relias. She is a registered dietitian nutritionist and has been a certified diabetes educator since 2003. Ms. Stefanski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics and a master's degree in Adult Education with a special focus on distance learning. She was an adjunct instructor in the Stabler Department of Nursing at York College of Pennsylvania for 13 years. Stefanski is the owner of Stefanski Nutrition Services where she specializes in pediatric nutrition, diabetes, gastrointestinal issues and sports nutrition. Stefanski serves as national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.

Julie Stefanski, MEd, RDN, CSSD, LDN, CDCES, FAND has declared that no conflict of interest, Relevant Financial Relationship or Relevant Non-Financial Relationship exists.

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Certificates provided by accrediting body (5 Match)

  • Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer

    1.00HOURS


    Relias LLC is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for Certified Athletic Trainers. This program has been approved for a maximum of 1.0 hours of Category A continuing education. Certified Athletic Trainers are responsible for claiming only those hours actually spent participating in the continuing education activity. This activity is approved for 1.0 contact hours.

  • Commission on Dietetic Registration

    1.00HOURS

    As a Jointly Accredited organization, Relias LLC is accredited to offer dietetic continuing education by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). The CDR is an associate member of Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.

  • Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition

    1.00HOURS

    Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition accepts medical errors courses approved by any Board within the Division of Medical Quality Assurance of the Florida Department of Health. Relias Learning, LLC is an approved provider of continuing education in nursing by the Florida Department of Health, Board of Nursing, provider # 50-290. This course is approved for 1.0 contact hours.

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    1.00HOURS

    Sponsored by Relias LLC, a designated provider of continuing education contact hours (CECH) in health education by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES) to receive up to 1.0 total Category I continuing education contact hours.

  • American College of Sports Medicine

    1.00HOURS

    The American College of Sports Medicine’s Professional Education Committee certifies that Relias LLC meets the criteria for official ACSM Approved Provider status from 2013 to December 2022 (provider #730441). This course is approved for 1.0 ACSM CEC. ACSM approved providership of these programs does not imply endorsement of the sponsoring organization’s products/services.


Course Details

  • Course Code:

    REL-ACU-0-RD800

  • Hours:

    1.00

  • Type:

    Online Course

  • Release Date:

    2020-02-01

  • Expiration Date:

    2022-12-31

  • Learning Objectives:

    Describe the prevalence of and rationale for herbal supplement use by consumers.; Explain safety issues of herbal supplements pertaining to contamination, adulteration, toxicity, and herb/drug interactions.; Identify valid resources when checking the efficacy and safety of herbal supplements.

  • Outline:

    Section 1: Introduction
    About This Course
    Learning Objectives
    Section 2: Herbal Products Overview
    Herbal Products Defined
    Use of Herbal Products
    Why Learn About Herbs?
    Consumer Motivation
    Consumer Characteristics
    Potential Interactions
    Regulation of Dietary Supplements
    Plants as Pharmaceuticals
    Resources for Checking Efficacy and Safety
    Specific Effects of Herbs
    Botanical Adaptogens
    Characteristics of Botanical Adaptogens
    Forms of Herbal Preparations
    Standardization
    Potency of Herbal Products
    Plant Residues and Other Contamination
    Counseling Patients About Herbal Supplements
    Policy, Profits, and Politics
    Section 2: Clinical Vignette
    Deborah
    Section 3: Conclusion
    Summary
    Course Contributors
    Resources
    References
    Congratulations!

  • Target Audience:

    The target audience for this course is: Athletic Trainers; Fitness Professionals; Health Educators; Level I level Dietitians; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.

  • Course Delivery Method and Format:

    Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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    To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.

  • Accommodations:

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  • Disclosures:

    Expert Reviewers, Instructors, and Staff Writers disclosures will be listed above after the individuals' biographical paragraph. All other members involved within the planning of this educational activity have declared no conflict of interest exists when planning and developing this course.