Ep. 190: Lauren Eadline on Mutual Aid and Integrating Herbalism with Modern Medicine

Welcome to another episode of the Plant Cutting Podcast! 🌿 We're honored to host Lauren Eadline, a family nurse practitioner, an advanced practice holistic nurse, and a registered herbalist from Central New York. In this episode, Lauren shares her fascinating journey to the plant path, her innovative methods of integrating herbal medicine into modern healthcare, and her passion for community-focused mutual aid work. We'll dive into her favorite plants, like St. John's Wort and Blue Vervain, explore the nuances of becoming a nurse practitioner, and learn how Lauren's efforts are creating sustainable health solutions for her community. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation! Like, comment, and subscribe for more enriching content. 🌱

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00:00 Introduction to Lauren Edline

00:50 Lauren's Journey to Herbalism

04:01 Becoming a Nurse Practitioner

06:28 Integrating Herbalism with Western Medicine

13:37 Challenges in Nurse Practitioner Education

15:19 Syracuse Herbal Study Group

23:24 Mutual Aid and Community Building

32:25 Realizing Our Niche and Fundraising Challenges

34:19 Mutual Aid Efforts and Financial Hurdles

36:03 Application Process for Aid Gifts

39:25 Exploring New Plants and Herbal Practices

42:49 Favorite Plants and Their Uses

51:11 Ethical Considerations in Herbalism

53:28 Exciting Changes and Future Plans

56:18 How to Get Involved and Stay Connected