The Herbal Advantage: Evidence-Based Botanical Solutions for Pain and Inflammation

Speakers in this session...

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  Carina Toledo

  

  Sponsors

  • Standard Process Inc

    Whole Food Nutritional Supplements and Herbs

  Carina Toledo MS, MHI, CNS, LDN

  Carina Toledo is a board-certified Clinical Nutritionist and Master Herbalist with over 25 years of experience working in the Natural Products Industry in a variety of roles, from sales, education, and as a clinician. She earned her Master’s of Science in Clinical Nutrition from Sonoran University, a Master’s of Healthcare Innovation from Arizona State University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Botanical Medicine. In clinical practice, Carina takes a patient-centered approach, using a functional lens to integrate evidence-based interventions that are personalized to the individual. Beyond her private practice, Carina is deeply fulfilled by her collaboration with other healthcare practitioners, providing support and education to help them integrate and expand their application of botanical medicine in practice. Carina currently serves as the North American Liaison and Practitioner Educator for MediHerb® of Australia, distributed through Standard Process. She is a passionate public speaker, educator, and advocate for phytotherapy and also serves on the Patient and Family Advisory Council of her local hospital, Tahoe Forest, where she is diligently working towards her dream of bridging the gap between integrative medicine and primary care.

  Sessions...

  The Herbal Advantage: Evidence-Based Botanical Solutions for Pain and Inflammation

  Regional Event: national

  Start Date: 08/13/2026 3:20 pm

  End Date: 08/13/2026 5:00 pm

  Location: Celebration 3-4

  Session details

  Course Description

  Addressing chronic pain, joint and spinal inflammation, and musculoskeletal injury sits at the core of chiropractic practice. However, inflammatory processes drive more than just pain and are known to fuel a number of chronic, age-related diseases, of which 50% of the US population is afflicted. With rising scrutiny regarding long-terms risks of NSAIDs, many patients are seeking non-pharmacological options for pain relief and disease modification. Well-researched herbs such as turmeric, Boswellia, willow bark and more, offer an herbal advantage of both symptomatic relief and support for overall healthy aging. This session will explore evidence-based botanical interventions for both acute pain management and long-term care solutions that can be easily integrated into practice.

  Learning Objectives

  1. Identify which botanicals would be most appropriate for different types of pain and inflammation.
  2. Identify the mechanism of action and “side benefits” of key botanicals for pain, including turmeric, Boswellia, corydalis, and willow bark.
  3. Create a comprehensive supplemental and dietary protocol for personalized pain management for patients.

  Sponsor: Standard Process Inc.