Herbalism or Aromatherapy: Which is Better?

Herbalism: An ancient practice of using various parts of plants (e.g., leaves, roots, bark, and flowers) for their medicinal properties.

Aromatherapy: An ancient branch of phytomedicine that uses volatile organic compounds extracted from various parts of plants (e.g., leaves, roots, bark, and flowers)

What is Herbal Medicine?  

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Animal aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils and other aromatic substances to promote the well-being of animals. Like humans, animals can experience benefits from aromatherapy, including reduced anxiety, improved mood, and physical health support. However, it's important to note that animals are generally more sensitive to scents than humans, and not all essential oils are safe.

Earth Day is a celebration which has been held every April 22nd since 1970 to show support for environmental protection. Events take place not only on the 22nd, but also throughout the month of April, with billions of people from over 193 countries coming together to promote reforms in the protection of our planet and its climate.

The entire team at Essence of Thyme College of Holistic Studies...

Colleen Thompson, RA, MIFPA, Founder of Essence of Thyme College of Holistic Studies, was named the winner of the 2021 Founder’s Award by the Alliance of International Aromatherapists (AIA). AIA is dedicated to the education of aromatherapists, healthcare professionals and the public in all aspects of aromatherapy.

The Founder’s Award is “presented to an AIA member who...

As aromatherapists, we know that Nature heals.

And as healers, we have a responsibility to heal the plants first. If we want a bright and sustainable future for the practice of aromatherapy, we must all do our part.

At Essence of Thyme, we take sustainability seriously. Aromatherapy is a path of lifelong study — to us, this is inseparable from learning how to protect and support our...