Find expert answers to your health questions

David Hoffmann

Bio

A Fellow of Britain’s National Institute of Medical Herbalists, David Hoffmann has been a phytotherapist for over 30 years. He is one of the founding members and a past president of the American Herbalist Guild. He teaches at the California School of Herbal Studies and is visiting faculty at Bastyr University. His latest book is a textbook on phytotherapy entitled Medical Herbalism.

Certification:
• Fellow of Britain's National Institute of Medical Herbalists

Specialties:

Affiliation:

  • Medical Herbalist Traditional Medicinals

Location:

Group Memberships:

Activity

  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann answered:
    How is Lavender used in Herbal Medicine?
    This beautiful herb has many uses: culinary, cosmetic, and medicinal.  It is used in many...  Full Post
  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Integrative Medicine:
    FDA Panel Considers 1st Drug for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

    THURSDAY, Dec. 20 (HealthDay News) -- A U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory committee will meet Thursday to consider approval of the first drug to treat chronic fatigue syndrome.

    The experts will discuss the risks and benefits associated with the intravenous drug rintatolimod (prop...Full Article

  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann answered:
    What are some effective home remedies for bruises?
    Arnica has a well deserved reputation as a  remedy that can be safely applied to the skin,...  Full Post
  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann answered:
    How is Arnica used in herbal medicine?
    Arnica provides us with one of the best remedies that can be applied to the skin, effectively...  Full Post
  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann answered:
    Are there natural remedies I can use to boost my immune system?
    There are many natural and herbal remedies that can have an impact on the immune system and several...  Full Post
  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann answered:
    What herbal remedies are used to treat indigestion?
    The term indigestion is used to describe a variety of symptoms including a feeling of fullness...  Full Post
  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann answered:
    What conditions are herbal teas helpful for?
    Making herbal teas of medicinal herbs with hot water is an ancient art. Such medicinal teas have a...  Full Post
  • David Hoffmann
    David Hoffmann is now following Lisa Marie Rosati