Pharmacognosy is the study of natural products, particularly plants, and their medicinal properties. It involves identifying, selecting, and processing natural sources for potential therapeutic use. On the other hand, phytotherapy uses plants or plant extracts for medicinal purposes. It encompasses the application of pharmacognostic knowledge in treating diseases and promoting health. Both fields play significant roles in traditional and modern medicine as they explore the potential of natural compounds in healthcare.

The Council for Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (CONEM) is dedicated to advancing the knowledge and understanding of pharmacognosy to promote health and wellness worldwide. CONEM’s international network of experts, researchers, and healthcare professionals collaborates to explore natural products and their potential applications in preventing and managing various health conditions.

Through innovative projects, scientific articles are published where CONEM aims to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and modern science in pharmacognosy. By harnessing the power of nature’s pharmacy, the association strives to unlock new treatments, therapies, and preventive strategies for improving human health.