LIVE EVENT - Sperb's Herbs – Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction), Gan Cao (Licorice Root), and Guggul (Commiphora wightii)

October 4, 2026 - 9pm BST, 10pm CEST, 11pm IDT

By Greg Sperber

We are going to be recording three episodes of the Sperb's Herbs podcast.
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£36.00
Total CPDs: 3
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Total CPDs: 3
Standard Certificate (3)
Access Period: Lifetime Access to Recordings
Course Notes: Notes may or may not be provided with this event.

Course Overview

This is a Live Webinar event that will be held on October 4, 2026 - 9pm BST, 10pm CEST, 11pm IDT. We are going to be recording three episodes of the Sperb's Herbs podcast.The first covers the Chinese formula Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction), from the formulas that rescue devastated yang subcategory. The second is another Chinese single herb, Gan Cao (Licorice Root), probably the most commonly used herb in Chinese medicine. The third episode covers an herb of the world Guggul (Commiphora wightii) fa Ayurvedic traditional medicine. 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. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula! The recordings will be made available for you to review after the event!

Course Objectives

  • Comprehend basic Chinese and bio-medical information about Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction), Gan Cao (Licorice Root), and Guggul (Commiphora wightii).
  • Converse about the current scientific evidence about the uses, dangers, and effectiveness of Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction), Gan Cao (Licorice Root), and Guggul (Commiphora wightii).
  • Understand the history of Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction), Gan Cao (Licorice Root), and Guggul (Commiphora wightii), especially in the context of the Chinese classics.
  • Understand and prevent any potential drug-herb interactions.

Course Outline

October 4, 2026 - 9pm BST, 10pm CEST, 11pm IDT (3 hrs)
Introduction of Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction)
Discussion of Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction)
Summary of Si Ni Tang (Frigid Extremities Decoction)
Introduction of Gan Cao (Licorice Root)
Discussion of Gan Cao (Licorice Root)
Summary of Gan Cao (Licorice Root)
Introduction of Guggul (Commiphora wightii)
Discussion of Guggul (Commiphora wightii)
Summary of Guggul (Commiphora wightii)

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Taught by Greg Sperber

Dr. Greg Sperber is an author and also holds a Masters and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He is a professor at PCOM and speaks internationally on TCM business and drug-herb interactions.
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