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What Can I Do with a Degree in Aromatherapy?

Aromatherapy degrees can lead to careers in wellness, education, research, product development, sales, and more.
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2025 ACHS Botanical Walk: Immersing in Nature

ACHS grads and guests joined faculty at Mt. Tabor Park for the 2025 Botanical Walk, exploring plant medicine and aromatherapy.
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Mackenzie Bates Pursues Fitness with PFT 101 at ACHS

Mackenzie Bates turned challenges into a fitness career with ACHS’s PFT 101 and now helps others transform their lives.
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Aromatherapy Safety: Using Essential Oils in the Bath

Learn how to safely enjoy essential oils in the bath with tips, tricks, and a video tutorial for a relaxing, energizing, or refreshing soak.
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How to Reduce Your Meat Consumption: 5 Tips to Go Vegetarian

A sugar detox led me to unexpected changes—goodbye meat, hello plants. Here's how I went vegan and tips to help you eat less meat, too.
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10 Wellness Activities for the Ultimate Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day with Dad by gardening, crafting DIY products, cooking, outdoor adventures, art visits, or brewing your own beer or kombucha together.
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What is Gluten? 6 Facts About Gluten Sensitivity

Gluten is a protein in wheat, barley, and rye that can cause sensitivity or celiac disease, leading to digestive issues and nutrient absorption problems.
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The 14 Best Wellness Books to Read this Summer

Summer vibes meet wellness with expert-picked books to nourish your mind, body, and spirit—perfect for relaxing and growing by the beach or in your favorite chair.
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How to Launch into the Holistic Nutrition Field

Navigating holistic nutrition careers can be tough due to varying state laws, but volunteering and community involvement offer valuable ways to gain experience and connect.
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The Most Important APA Rules to Know

APA style ensures clear, consistent scientific writing with rules for citations, formatting, and language—essential for social science papers and avoiding plagiarism.
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How the Essential Oil Quality Impacts Therapeutic Value and Safety

Not all essential oils are equal—quality depends on plant source, harvest, processing, and storage, which directly impacts safety and therapeutic value.
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10 Essential Oils that Naturally Repel Insects

Enjoy summer bite-free with natural essential oils that repel insects safely—an eco-friendly alternative to harmful chemical sprays and pesticides.
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