Lucie

After gaining a BTS in cosmetology, she went on to specialise in medicinal plants at the Paris-Saclay Faculty of Pharmacy. She has completed a university course that is unique in France: the Licence Professionnelle Conseiller Spécialisé en Herboristerie et Produits de Santé à base de Plantes, which aims to restore the ancient and fascinating profession of herbalist. The course was created and is taught by Pierre Champy and Sabrina Boutefnouchet. Pierre Champy is an institutional expert in phytotherapy and aromatherapy for ANSM and ANSES. He co-directs various academic programmes and chairs the AFERP. His phytochemistry research focuses on West African medicinal plants and poisonous plants. Sabrina Boutefnouchet is Senior Lecturer in Pharmacognosy at Paris Descartes University and co-director of a Diplôme d'études supérieures (DIU) in phytotherapy and aromatherapy. She is a member of the Nutrivigilance group at ANSES and coordinates a group on herbalism at the Association Française pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche en Pharmacognosie. A number of well-known speakers took part in this licence, including Aline Mercan, general practitioner and phytotherapist, media contributor in natural health and teacher in phyto-aromatherapy and ethnobotany at the universities of Grenoble and Rennes. Michel Pierre, director of the historic Herboristerie du Palais Royal in Paris, author of books on plants and president of the Synaplante union of herbalists (which brings together all the players in the sector, from herbalists to simple herb gatherers) also spoke. As well as studying medicinal plants, she has a passion for animals and horse riding, which she has practised since childhood. To broaden her expertise, she trained in comfort animal physiotherapy. This course enabled her to familiarise herself with the different professions surrounding animals, as well as various care methods and types of animal, including horses, dogs, NACS (New Companion Animals) and cows. Its versatility extends to subjects relating to cosmetology, phyto-aromatherapy and animal welfare. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

Bacterial folliculitis: MRSA in horses

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Bacterial folliculitis is a common skin condition in horses that is often misdiagnosed or underestimated. This infection, although superficial, can lead to serious complications if it is not treated quickly. Whether you are an owner or an animal health professional, understanding this condition is essential to ensure the well-being of your horses. What causes this … Read more

Knurls in horses: beware of tendons

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Knurls, whether in joints or tendons, are a common problem in the equestrian world. These swellings, often painless and soft in consistency, can develop as a result of inflammation in the joints or tendons. This article aims to help you understand the causes of knurls, their symptoms, diagnoses and treatments available, as well as offering … Read more