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November 6, 2026

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.

November 2, 2026

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.

October 29, 2026

Dean Amanda Lattin on Aromatherapy Careers

Learn how ACHS Dean Amanda Lattin sees the future of aromatherapy education, sustainability, and wellness careers.

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April 20, 2017

Essential Oil Safety: Practicing Aromatherapy with Caution

Essential oil safety is crucial: know individual differences, low therapeutic margins, toxicity risks, and avoid skin irritation or sensitization for safe aromatherapy use.

April 19, 2017

The Amazing Use of Essential Oils as Natural Preservatives

Essential oils show promise as natural, safe food preservatives with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, potentially replacing synthetic additives to extend shelf life.

April 14, 2017

DIY: Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs

Dye Easter eggs naturally with veggies, teas, and flowers for beautiful, eco-friendly colors—just soak overnight for vibrant, one-of-a-kind designs!

April 6, 2017

Organic Fair Trade Practices in Nepal’s Essential Oil Industry

Volunteering in Nepal, I trained essential oil farmers on organic practices, safety, and marketing—learning as much from them as they did from me.

March 30, 2017

A Psychologist’s 3 Step Guide to Managing Stress

Learn what stress really is and try 3 proven techniques—breathing, muscle relaxation, and thought reframing—to feel calmer and more in control.

March 28, 2017

How to Protect Your Skin Through Nutrition

Nourish your skin from within! Antioxidants and low-glycemic foods can protect skin, boost glow, and help reduce aging from stress and sugar.

March 11, 2017

What is the Best Diet for Health? A Nutritionist and Nurse Weighs In

Missed our Jan 5 webinar? Catch up on key nutrition tips—like balance, variety, and moderation—and get answers to your top health questions.

March 8, 2017

Wisdom from a Successful Ringside Sports Nutrition Advocate

Shivana Inalsingh leads holistic sports nutrition and athlete safety, blending science and healing to support performance, recovery, and empowerment worldwide.

March 5, 2017

Homeobotanicals: Secret Wellness Weapons

Discover homeobotanicals—plant-based, homeopathic-like remedies that support natural healing for colds, allergies, focus, hormones, and more.

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