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Helena Yago

Helena Yago: Growing Through an ACHS Scholarship

ACHS scholarship recipient Helena Yago pursues herbal medicine to support community wellness and preserve plant traditions.
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Natural Home Cleaning Essential Oil Recipes

Natural Home Cleaning: Essential Oil Recipes

Explore DIY essential oil cleaning recipes, natural ingredients, aromatic blends, and essential oil safety tips for a fresher home.
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Doctor of Science vs. PhD Which Is Right for You

Doctor of Science vs. PhD: Which Is Right for You?

Compare a DSc vs. PhD and explore how ACHS’s online Doctor of Science in Integrative Health supports research and professional practice.
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Pesticides Don’t Stop at the Dinner Plate

Pesticides linked to Parkinson’s aren’t just in food—UCLA study reveals risks in essential oils, herbs, and everyday exposure.
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Why Turmeric is the 2026 Herb of the Year

Discover why turmeric earned 2026 Herb of the Year, from ancient Ayurvedic roots to modern science on inflammation, joints, brain, and skin.
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Valerian Root: Nature’s Valium or Something Better?

Valerian root has supported sleep & calm for 2,000+ years. Modern research shows it may improve sleep & reduce anxiety by supporting GABA.
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Shanna Byens Bradford

Alumni Spotlight: Shanna Bynes Bradford, MA, LME, CR, MUA

Alumni Spotlight: Shanna Bynes Bradford elevates her global aesthetics career through ACHS aromatherapy studies and continued innovation.
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A Guide to Enhanced Aromatherapy Formulation

Enhanced aromatherapy guide covering carrier, infused, and essential oils—plus safe dilution, formulation basics, and 4 practical recipes.
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How Does Mindfulness Support Whole-Person Wellness at ACHS?

ACHS weaves mindfulness into integrative health programs, fostering awareness, resilience, and whole-person wellness.
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Preparing for the Next Wave of Wellness Careers

Wellness careers are growing fast. Flexible, skills-based training can lead to stable, purpose-driven roles in holistic health.
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Can Oats Lower Cholesterol in 2 Days? New Research & Recipe

New research shows oats can lower LDL in just two days by working with the gut microbiome to support heart health in metabolic syndrome.
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ACHS Alumni Gabby Stout

Gabby Stout: From Healing Journey to Herbal Practice

ACHS alum Gabby Stout turned her healing journey into a career, growing Soul of the Lotus and launching online holistic wellness coaching.
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