Host Ellen Kamhi, PhD, RN, www.naturalnurse.com, interviews Rosemary Gladstar, the 'godmother of American Herbalism'. Rosemary Gladstar is, literally, a star figure in the field of modern herbalism, internationally renowned for her technical knowledge and stewardship in the global herbalist community. She has been learning, teaching and writing about herbs for over 40 years and is the author of eleven books. Her work includes Medicinal Herbs; a Beginners Guide, Herbal Healing for Women, Gladstar Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Well Being, The Science and Art of Herbalism, an extensive home study course, and the recently published Herbal Healing for Men. She lives and works from her home, Sage Mountain Herbal Retreat Center and Botanical Sanctuary -- a 500-acre botanical preserve. She is the Founding President of United Plant Savers and founder of both the International Herb Symposium and The New England Women’s Herbal Conference. Rosemary received an Honorary Doctorate from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine for her life time achievements and currently serves on the board of directors for The National Health Freedom Coalition and The Association for the Advancement of Restorative Medicine (AARM) www.sagemountain.com