Self-Study Guide for WiseGuides Course on Herbs Lesson 1 - Introduction to Herbs A. Learning Objectives 1 B. The History of Herbal Medicine C. Age of Herb Treatments D. Pioneers in Herb Treatments E. Licensing and Certification of Herbalists F. Herb Production and Preparation G. Herb Harvesting H. Administering Herbal Treatment I. Herbs Interacting With Drugs Lesson 2 - Types of Herbs A. Learning Objectives 2 B. Terms C. Medicinal Herbs D. Cayenne E. Ginkgo F. Ginger G. Hawthorn H. Horse Chestnut I. Cat's Claw J. Culinary Herbs Lesson 3 - Uses of Herbs A. Learning Objectives 3 B. The Nervous System and Herbs C. Nervine D. Acne and Herbs E. PMS and Herbs F. The Digestive System and Herbs Lesson 4 - Herbs and Life-Threatening Diseases A. Learning Objectives 4 B. Cancer and Herbs C. AIDS and Herbs D. Nausea/AIDS E. Diarrhea/AIDS F. Infection/AIDS G. Heart Disease and Herbs H. Herbs for a Healthy Cardiovascular System Lesson 5 - Herbs and Speciality Areas A. Learning Objectives 5 B. Using Herbs for Children C. Herbal Treatments D. Herbs for Animals E. Types of Horses F. Herbal Healing for Pets Lesson 6 - Risks, Dangers and Cautions of Herbs A. Learning Objectives 6 B. Risks and Dangers of Medicinal Herbs C. Adverse Reactions D. Safety of Herbs E. Herbal Product Safety F. Buying Quality Herbs