11 Must-Read Herbal Books Recommended by An Herbalism Professor I love books. It’s a passion I learned from my mother who was never without a book to read. When I was a student of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and about to graduate, a teacher said, “If ten years after...

Herbal Studies 101: What Is Rosemary Good For? Image Copyright: ACHS In her delirium, Ophelia says to Laertes, “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance.” Shakespeare, of course, knew his herbs! Rosemary has long been touted as the go-to herb for memory. But in herbal studies, rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis has many...

How to Use More Herbs and Less Salt: An Herbalist Weighs In  Image Copyright: Yuliya Gontar / 123RF Stock Photo I love a salty snack. And if it’s cheesy and crunchy… I love it even more!  I know salt does not love me back. Most of us are aware...

5 Sure-Fire Steps for a Successful Aromatherapy Intake Interview  Image Copyright: American College of Healthcare Sciences | Demo Intake Interview with Amanda Lattin, RA The intake interview is a critical process in the aromatherapist / client relationship. It may even be the most important step! To be the best...

5 Ways to Celebrate Your Graduation from an Online College First off, let’s start by saying, congratulations, graduates! It took a lot of hard work, sleepless nights, and sacrifices along the way to reach your goal. But look at all you’ve learned, and the fun you’ve had along the...

How One Botanist Changed the World: The Tale of David Douglas Image Copyright: Jamie Street / Unsplash The 18th and 19th centuries saw an explosion of invention and innovation in medicine, engineering, chemistry, and the sciences.  Perhaps lesser known, but just as important were the advances made in botany...

Photo: ACHS staff member Renee Long and ACHS Famous Alumni Inga Wieser A Holistic Health Professional’s Powerful Story of Going Back to School Eight years ago, I was homeschooling three children, including my oldest son, who is handicapped. My husband, a veteran from the Gulf War, is also 100%...

  5 Types of Students You’ll Meet in a Holistic Health Online Class Image Copyright: Antonio Guillem / 123RF Stock Photo Holistic health classes? Online? Definitely! Holistic health and wellness are easier to study online than you may think. Not only do you get the flexibility to work around...

  5 Advancements In Holistic Health You Need to Know About Image Copyright: areeya / 123RF Stock Photo The holistic health and wellness industry has come a long way in recent years. Terms like “natural” and “alternative” no longer conjure up images of mysterious potions. Today the first thought...

How to Start Your First Wellness Blog in 30 Days or Less Image Copyright: Michael Simons / 123RF Stock Photo Interest in health and wellness continues to grow among Americans contributing to a flourishing multibillion-dollar industry. Holistic health and wellness professionals and students alike may wonder how they can...