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5 Daily Holistic Rituals for Mental & Physical Resilience

Overcome stress with five easy rituals! Learn breathwork, gentle movement, and nature pauses to support your emotional balance and overall well-being.
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Holly Teal Bridges Lifestyle Education and Clinical Care

Explore Holly Teal's journey from ACHS graduate to co-founder of Hephzibah Health Solutions, where she blends holistic education with personalized wellness strategies.
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History of Fragrance: The Foundation of Ancient Aromas

Aromatherapy’s history spans ancient rituals and cultures, showing how scent has long supported memory, healing, and the connection between people and plants.
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Alkaline Diets: Fad or Fabulous

Curious about alkaline vs. acidic diets? This blog explores the facts, myths, and science behind them—plus what really makes a diet healthy.
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Get Glowing with Raw Foods and Detox

A week-long Caribbean raw food retreat inspired a glowing shift to a live, plant-based diet—boosting energy, clarity, and natural detox.
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Mediterranean and DASH Diets for Alzheimer’s Patients

A daughter navigates her mother’s Alzheimer’s with love, holistic care, Mediterranean food, essential oils, and moments of laughter across continents.
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Natural Skin Care Strategies for a Youthful Glow

After 30 years in skincare, I share how antioxidant-rich essential oils, organic foods, and DIY recipes can boost skin health, plus tips on safe essential oil use.
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Creating Healthy Food and Happy Healthy Families

In March, ACHS highlights nutrition education, offering family meal strategies, healthy recipes, and tips for creating enjoyable and nutritious mealtimes.
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Animal Protein vs. Plant-based Protein

A vegan diet can meet protein needs through smoothies, legumes, and snacks, offering heart-healthy options and nutrients for overall wellness.
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ACHS: 1 of the Best Oregon Companies

ACHS was named one of Oregon's 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2019, ranking 33rd in the medium company category, based on employee satisfaction surveys.
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ACHS Nominee 2019 Phenomenal Women’s Award

Dorene Petersen, ACHS Founder, nominated for the 2019 Phenomenal Women’s Award, recognized for pioneering interactive distance education in holistic health.
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Feeding my teenage daughter without the battle

Teaching teens healthy eating habits can help stabilize mood, energy, and cravings, especially with easy-to-make options like steel-cut oatmeal.
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