Spring is a good time for rejuvenation and change. It is a also good time to think about supporting the Liver. In TCM, the Liver Qi regulates the flow of qi as it travels throughout the body. Picture a highway system which flows freely with no traffic or congestion. The Liver Qi regulates this … [Read more...] about Supporting Our Liver During Spring
Acupuncture for an Emotional Reset
Acupuncture for an Emotional Reset Acupuncture offers a powerful way to re-calibrate your body’s energetic life force, known as qi. Everyday life and ongoing stress often block this flow. When you store stress in your body over time, it disrupts your natural energy, potentially contributing to … [Read more...] about Acupuncture for an Emotional Reset
Menopause Through the Lens of Chinese Medicine
When I was studying Chinese medicine, I had quite a few aha moments. But one of the bigger ones was understanding menopause and its symptoms in a completely different way. Chinese medicine sees this time in your life as the "second spring"—and honestly, I love that name because it completely … [Read more...] about Menopause Through the Lens of Chinese Medicine
Signs That Your Body Is Asking For Help
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. With the constant bombardment of emails, texts, to-do lists, and daily responsibilities, paying attention to our bodies is often ignored—or completely forgotten. In response, the body usually begins to send “small” warning … [Read more...] about Signs That Your Body Is Asking For Help
“How do I know Acupuncture is helping?”
"How do I know acupuncture is helping?" A patient may notice they feel a little better—or just different—but still wonder if that change is truly from acupuncture or from something else. A healthy dose of skepticism is very common, and completely understandable. To answer this … [Read more...] about “How do I know Acupuncture is helping?”
Why Vertigo and Bell’s Palsy Show Up More in Fall (And What You Can Do About I
Have you ever noticed that some health issues seem to come out of nowhere when the seasons change? One day you're fine, and the next you wake up with the room spinning, or half your face isn't moving the way it should. It's scary, and honestly, it often happens right when fall arrives. … [Read more...] about Why Vertigo and Bell’s Palsy Show Up More in Fall (And What You Can Do About I
