A postgraduate diploma that responds to the real needs of nutritionists in Phytotherapy”

The high incidence of patients with problems of obesity, overweight or affecting the Digestive System has led to a high demand for Nutrition specialists. This is an area that has grown in recent years, integrating the most important clinical advances to improve the quality of care and the health of patients.

In this context, there are many professionals who want to incorporate Phytotherapy to the treatments they prescribe for their patients. The quality of these products, the decrease of the adverse effects and the existing scientific literature support their use. Under these circumstances, TECH has created this postgraduate diploma in Phytotherapy of Endocrine, Metabolic and Digestive Disorders . 

It is a 6-month program that takes the graduate through the main advances obtained in Phytotherapy, the master formulation or the active ingredients of plants. In addition, the syllabus dedicates a special module to Phytotherapy used to treat patients with dyspepsia, gastritis, ulcers or vomiting, among others. 

All of this is complemented by multimedia didactic material, essential readings and clinical case studies. In this way, you will obtain a much more extended information and a theoretical-practical approach of great utility to take to the consultation. 

By doing so, this academic institution provides a flexible and convenient program. Students only need an electronic device (mobile, tablet or computer) with Internet connection to visualize the content hosted on the virtual campus. In addition, without classroom attendance or scheduled classes, graduates have greater autonomy to manage their study time, combining it with their daily work and personal activities. 

TECH gives you the flexibility and comfort you need to study a first level university qualification in Phytotherapy”

This postgraduate diploma in Phytotherapy of Endocrine, Metabolic and Digestive Disorders contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical case studies are presented by experts in Applied Phytotherapy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents which provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies 
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Under the maximum scientific rigor this program will take you to delve into the treatment of diabetes through Phytotherapy”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the field who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities. 

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year For this purpose, the students will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

In only 6 months you will get a complete update in Phytotherapy and nutritional care of your patients” 

This is an educational option that gives you the opportunity to incorporate the latest advances in Phytotherapy and its application in patients with constipation or diarrhea problems” 

The purpose of this postgraduate diploma is to provide professional nutritionists with the most advanced and current knowledge on the application of Phytotherapy in Endocrine, Metabolic and Digestive Disorders. For this purpose, TECH has pedagogical tools in which it has employed the latest technology applied to university teaching and a magnificent teaching staff expert in this field. Undoubtedly, an ideal option for an update from the hand of the best specialists.

You will achieve a real theoretical and practical vision on the application of Phytotherapy in nutrition and the care of overweight patients”

General Objectives

• Define the therapeutic limits of Phytotherapy and identify the cases in which it can be used safely 
• Describe the use of Phytotherapy oriented to the satisfaction of the needs derived from the patient's health problems and the prevention of complications, guaranteeing a safe and quality practice 
• Solve cases related to the field of phytotherapy 
• Explain the use and indication of medical devices, food supplements and/or drugs, assessing the expected benefits and associated risks
• Apply theoretical knowledge in daily practice 

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Phytotherapy and Herbal Medicines 

• Define what a drug is and distinguish it from an active ingredient 
• Explain the protocols for drug recognition 
• Define the main chemical groups of active ingredients, which are responsible for the effects of drugs and, by extension, of plants 
• Explain techniques for the cultivation, collection, processing and conservation of medicinal plants 
• Identify botanical nomenclature and species citation 
• Classify plant groups according to current regulations 
• Define the medicinal utility of mushrooms
• Explain the legislation and regulation related to Phytotherapy

Module 2. Active Ingredients of the Plants, Pharmaceutical Forms and Galenic Preparations

• Explain the application of the magistral formulation in Phytotherapy 
• Explain the industrial processing of herbal medicines 
• Define the main groups and properties with relation to the active ingredients
• Define the therapeutic application of phenols, flavonoids, tannins, isoprenoids, resins, alkaloids and other products

Module 3. Phytotherapy of Endocrine, Metabolic and Digestive Disorders 

• Define the usefulness of Phytotherapy in the treatment of gastritis and ulcers 
• Define the usefulness of Phytotherapy in the treatment of obesity and overweight 
• Define the usefulness of Phytotherapy in the treatment of diabetes 
• Define the usefulness of Phytotherapy in patients with inflammatory bowel disease 
• Explain the phytotherapy treatments and the therapeutic limits in the most frequent digestive tract disorders
• Describe phytotherapy treatments and therapeutic limits in endocrine and metabolic disorders

Get an effective update on phytotherapeutic treatments for digestive tract disorders and integrate it into your daily practice”