ACHS Aromatherapy Bar at the Beaverton Farmer's Market June 25

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our community wellness booth at the Beaverton Farmer's Market last Saturday, June 25! We've posted a few photos from the event for those who were not able to attend in person: Pictured left, ACHS Acting Director of Operations Tracey Miller (right) and volunteer Erin Pech and pictured right, ACHS Director of Marketing Kate Harmon (left) and ACHS Chief Institutional Officer Erika Yigzaw (right).

Did you enjoy our aromatherapy bar and demonstrations? We've posted a link to our demonstration of How to Use an Essential Oil Travel Kit to our YouTube channel, ACHStv, here: http://www.youtube.com/ACHStv#p/u/0/lOGYkuuTZds Stop by ACHStv, rate our video, and subscribe for immediate notification of when new videos are posted.

If you weren't able to make it to the Market this time, we have two more schedule dates this summer. Catch ACHS at the Beaverton Farmer's Market July 30 and August 27.

For a full listing of 2011 ACHS community wellness events and holistic health courses, visit us online at ACHSedu (www.achs.edu)

We always love to hear from you! If you have an idea for a community wellness workshop or ACHStv demonstration, let us know! You can post your suggestions here and to ACHS Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ACHSedu

ACHS Photo of the Week: Have you submitted your entry?

Help us spread the word ... ACHS has launched a Photo of the Week "contest" on Facebook. Every Monday morning we pick one of the photo submissions we received and post it to ACHS Facebook with the photographer's name and a little info about the image.

Photo submissions must be botanical images: from your own garden, from a public garden, from your community, a rooftop garden, from .... ? We don't care where it's from, just that it makes an interesting and unique addition to our collection of herbal medicine photos accessible to the public through ACHS Facebook.

You must, therefore, have the rights to distribute the photo, and you must be OK with us sharing the image on our page.

>> Visit ACHS Facebook to see this week's selection, submitted by Stacey Rayos!

Adding Fresh Herbs to Ice Cream is a Savory, Healthy Flavoring

The weather is heating up here in Portland. We've had a few days of cooler weather and rain, but we're expected to reach 85 degrees for the next few days! That means, cool and refreshing treats are in order. We happily came across the article "Fresh herbs make sweet and sophisticated ice cream" in the Oregonian a few days ago, which includes some great recipes from the garden. Fresh mint ice cream anyone?

Here are some herbal pairings suggested in the article that sound especially refreshing:

• Chocolate and thyme
• Rhubarb and rose geranium
• Honey and lavender
• Orange and rosemary
• Rhubarb and mint
• Pear or apple with rosemary
• Blueberry, strawberry or peach with basil
• Cinnamon and basil
• Fig and rosemary
• Cherries and sage
• Stone fruit (peaches, nectarines, plums) and anise hyssop

ACHS Facebook fans have also posted their pairing suggestions to our page. Check them out here and post your own suggestions: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Portland-OR/American-College-of-Healthcare-Sciences/99091122240

To read the full-length Oregonian article, and to download herbal ice cream recipes, go to: http://www.oregonlive.com/foodday/index.ssf/2010/08/leafy_and_luscious.html

Download Your Recording Of Our August 10 Teleconference, EOS Aromatherapy for Pre and Post-Operative Care with Michelle Bravo

Our August 10, 2010, teleconference with Michelle Bravo--EOS Aromatherapy for Pre and Post-Operative Care--was very informative! Michelle, an ACHS graduate, has developed a very unique aromatherapy practice, which she calls EOS aromatherapy and integrates with her massage practice. Participants learned about what EOS means for Michelle as a practice, as well as strategies for working with clients, attracting clients and referrals, and for starting a business.

For those who were able to attend, we sincerely hope you enjoyed the teleconference! Our teleconferences have limited space and are, therefore, only open to ACHS students and graduates. However, we know there are many of you who would like to attend and to learn more about integrating holistic health and wellness into your everyday life. So, we are very happy to be able to post a recording of EOS Aromatherapy for Pre and Post-Operative Care for your enjoyment.

Note this audio file is large and may take a while to download. Please right-click, select Save Link As, and download the MP3 to your hard drive for optimal performance.

Audio files are © ACHS 2010. You may use this recording for personal use only. However, unauthorized distribution, duplication, or broadcast or performance for financial gain is prohibited.

To download the MP3, click here:
EOSAromatherapywithMichelleBravo.mp3

Also, if you have not previously downloaded Michelle's handout to accompany EOS Aromatherapy for Pre and Post-Operative Care, you can do so on the ACHS Apothecary Shoppe website. Go to www.apothecary-shoppe.com and click on Free Downloads; then select EOS Aromatherapy for Pre and Post-Operative Care.

If there is a specific teleconference topic you would like to hear in the future, please let us know. You can email it to communications@achs.edu or post it as a comment to ACHS Facebook here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Portland-OR/American-College-of-Healthcare-Sciences/99091122240

For a schedule of upcoming ACHS teleconferences, click on Community Wellness classes or use this link: http://www.achs.edu/wellness/community-wellness.aspx?id=6

Happy USA Independence Day, July Fourth!

The celebration of our nation’s “birthday” has come to mean friends, family, food and fireworks! The Fourth of July barbeque is an American tradition, and usually consists of many high calorie, high fat foods that have increased the risk for cardiovascular disease. According to Associated Content, the top ten Fourth of July foods are: potato salad, lemonade, pasta salad, watermelon, hot dogs, potato chips, hamburgers, baked beans and chicken. Let’s not forget the soda, desserts and ice cream!

Why not be the instrument of change for this year’s barbeque by making a healthy dish! The following is a great link to “Farmer’s Market Vegetable Recipes”, with some great recipes such as: Pizza Potatoes, Creole Zucchini and Red, White, and Green Salad: http://www.mass.gov/agr/markets/farmersmarkets/resources_consumers_recipes.htm

There also are great holistic nutrition recipes contributed by ACHS students and graduates on ACHS Facebook Holistic Kitchen discussion. Here’s the link to download new recipes ideas and post your favorites too: http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?uid=99091122240&topic=13172

Have a wonderful Fourth of July weekend!

Stock Up On Summer Travel Supplies: Save 20% through Monday!!

Fourth of July is Sunday! That means two things: Summer is here and it’s travel time!

What’s more exciting than a new destination, a little adventure, and some R&R on the road? Not much! But, don’t let your summer travels get grounded by unexpected health challenges. Minor bumps and scrapes, bug bites, and unexpected allergies are common travel mishaps. But with a little preparation, you can have the adventure of a lifetime AND keep you and your family happy and healthy all summer long!

Essential Oil First Aid Travel Kit

This kit was personally designed by ACHS President Dorene Petersen and includes 5 ml of aloe vera and 5 ml each of the antibacterial, health-promoting essential oils cinnamon, ginger, lavender, lemon, peppermint, tea tree Australia, and ylang ylang.

The Travel Kit’s great price reflects our new, lowered prices on essential oils due to the U.S. dollar's surge against the Euro. But we can’t predict how long these exchange rates will stay in place, so take advantage of these great savings while you can!

Order by midnight July 5 to save 20% off any Apothecary Shoppe purchase of $30 or more. Just enter the code July2010 into the comments section of your order at checkout.

Also check out these travel items:

• Flight Spray Germ Fighting Nasal Spray
• Herbal Comfort Neck Pack
• JetZone Jet Lag Homeopathic 30 Tab
• Rescue Remedy Spray

Click here for a link to ACHS on Facebook. "Like" us to download natural body care recipes and comment on article links and add your own favorite recipes. Go to: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Portland-OR/American-College-of-Healthcare-Sciences/99091122240