It is well known that stress plays a major role in the development of illness - everything from the common cold to cancer, AIDS, and heart disease....
A few months ago, Sylla Sheppard-Hanger, Founder and Director of the United Aromatherapy Effort, Inc., started a new campaign to provide military ...
If you are familiar with aromatherapy and use therapuetic grade essential oils then you might have heard the "thieves" story. There is blend made b...
Not enough time, not enough money!! How to manage a busy life without Burning Out... Nearly everyone I know is trying to do more with...
Stress is something that most of us have assumed happens to us and it is out of our control. Alternative therapies offer respite from stress and ye...
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High protein snacks a few hours before bed will help the brain to produce melatonin, a hormone that helps sleeping. Try to avoid sweet snacks just...
I often describe Chinese medicine as a metaphorical medicine which uses observation as its most invaluable diagnostic tool. In this system nature i...
The American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) has launched six new graduate certificate programs in the field of complementary alternative med...
For the past 5 years, I have been a huge fan of the detox foot baths. Ionic Detoxification Footbaths are the most relaxing way to get rid of ...
Lavender lovers came from near and far for the 7th annual ACHS Lavender Open House held at the College campus in SW Portland on July 17. Participa...
Here's an article Dr. Brendan Armm wrote a few years ago for his Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, titled “Opening the Door to Effect...
Introduction: There are many questions wondering on what and how herbal packs work. Is it the heat or cooling effects on the application cau...
The American College of Healthcare Sciences (ACHS) will host two educational events in July to raise awareness about the benefits of growing lavend...
Rosemary is known as the herb of remembrance, after all, so I suppose that's a first clue to the tremendous supportive actions this plant has on th...
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