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Holistic Nutrition

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Wellness & Lifestyle

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From passion to purpose: Meet five ACHS entrepreneurs transforming integrative health into thriving wellness businesses.
Alumna Julia Washburn
ACHS alumna Julia Washburn turned her passion for plants into Willow Botanicals, a natural skincare and aromatherapy business.
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The olive tree is ancient, beautiful, and healing—its oil supports heart health, skin, and more, making it a treasured staple of Mediterranean life.
Hate resolutions? Try small goals, self-compassion, and celebrating your strengths instead—no guilt, just progress one choice at a time.
Confused by nutrition lingo? This quick cheat sheet breaks down 35 essential holistic nutrition terms to help you better understand what you eat.
Skip the flu shot—this herbalist brews immune-boosting teas with roots, leaves, and flowers for cozy, daily wellness all season long.
Find the perfect gift for the wellness lover in your life with this curated list of 10 natural, sustainable, and aromatic holiday must-haves.
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Stress may feel normal, but it takes a toll. Adaptogenic herbs like schisandra, astragalus, and holy basil help the body restore, relax, and truly heal.
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Neroli and jasmine essential oils have long been linked to romance, mood uplift, and attraction through their calming, memory-evoking scents.
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Enjoy a healthy holiday twist with spicy B6 stuffed potatoes—boost energy and mood while savoring comforting winter flavors. Easy, nutritious, and tasty!
Celebrate gourd season with a cozy, savory pumpkin soup—packed with fiber and immune-boosting herbs, perfect for nourishing cold Portland days.

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