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How to Become an AHG Registered Herbalist

Learn how to become a Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalists Guild, including education, clinical hours, mentorship, and building your herbal practice.
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2026 ACHS Botanical Walk Brings Learning to Life

ACHS's 2026 Botanical Walk brought herbal and aromatherapy studies to life through hands-on learning, nature, and community.
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How ACHS Supports Career Success in Wellness Education

ACHS supports wellness career success with coaching, Handshake access, industry partnerships, and lifelong alumni resources.
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9 Foods to Boost Your Mood

Feeling low this January? These 9 nutrient-rich foods can help support your mood through the darkest stretch of winter.
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Top 5 Reasons Why You’ll Love Mastic

Mastic oil offers natural support for dental care, digestion, and more—straight from the Greek island of Chios. Here's why I use it.
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Top 5 Ways to Check Quality of Essential Oils

Learn 5 reliable ways to check essential oil quality—from GC/MS testing to choosing the right supplier and reading Latin names.
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A Year in Review: 13 Best Holistic Health Moments from ACHS in 2013

A look back at ACHS's most popular Facebook posts, tweets, and blogs from 2013 in holistic health and wellness.
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Organic Milk is Packed with Omega-3s | achs.edu

Did you know organic milk has 62% more omega-3s? Read this to learn how this essential fatty acid supports heart health and overall wellness!
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The 12 Toasty Drinks of the Holistic Holidays

Cozy up this holiday season with our 12 Toasty Drinks! Discover organic herbal teas and warming recipes to enjoy by the fire.
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Nutrition, Vitamins, and Holistic Health

Are vitamins a waste of money? Dr. Oleg Maksimov dives into recent studies and critiques the claims made by major news outlets.
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Top 9 Reasons to Study Abroad in Indonesia

Don't miss our Aromatic Indonesia Study Abroad tour! Network, learn about herbal medicine, and create friendships in an exotic setting.
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How Do Wellness Coaches Write Better?

Explore the role of writing in holistic health education. Learn why effective communication matters for ACHS students and graduates.
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