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Essential Oils & Chinese Medicine: A Thoughtful Approach to Aromatherapy
Essential oils can be a beautiful complement to acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Learn how we use aromatherapy to support relaxation, balance, and whole-person wellness through a Chinese medicine lens.
Spring & the Gallbladder Meridian: Decision-Making in Chinese Medicine
Ever feel like spring gives you a little extra courage to make bold moves? That’s no coincidence. In Chinese Medicine, spring is ruled by the Gallbladder and Liver, the organ pair associated with the Wood element. The Gallbladder, in particular, plays a key role in decision-making, adaptability, and confidence.
Natural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies
Now is a great time to use acupuncture and herbal medicine to address your spring allergies! The sooner you start treatment, ideally, the easier your pollen season will be. Here are some tips that will help bolster your immune system in preparation for those spring blooms!
Seed Cycling for Hormones + Fertility
Seed cycling is a gentle method of balancing hormones during the two phases of your monthly cycle using nutrients found in seeds. The seeds used for seed including include: flax, pumpkin, sesame, and sunflower seeds. Download our free seed cycling guide and get all of the details!