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Why do I never add ice to my drinks? In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it’s not just about temperature, it’s about ...
01/31/2026

Why do I never add ice to my drinks?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), it’s not just about temperature, it’s about preserving your internal “fire.”

Here is why ice is considered bad from a TCM perspective:

• Ice Dampens Your Digestive Fire: Your stomach and spleen need warmth to break down food, extract nutrients, and create energy (Qi). Drinking icy water is like pouring cold water on a burning fire, forcing your body to waste energy warming it up before it can even start digestion.
• Freezes Flow & Causes Stagnation: In TCM, cold constricts. Ice water can cause Qi and blood to stop moving, leading to sluggishness, bloating, cramps, or that heavy, “stuck” feeling.
• Creates Internal “Dampness”: Weakened digestion allows “dampness” (fluid accumulation) to build up, which can lead to fatigue, weight gain, and mental fog.
• Weakens Kidney Energy: Cold damages the Spleen and Kidney systems over time, which can lead to lower back pain, knee pain, and reduced vitality.

The Fix?
Swap ice for room temperature or warm water.

Your digestive system is a pot cooking over a stove, not a refrigerator!

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, winter is the season of the Kidneys. A time to slow down, conserve energy, and nourish ...
01/28/2026

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, winter is the season of the Kidneys. A time to slow down, conserve energy, and nourish your deepest reserves.

Eating kidney supporting foods during this season helps strengthen vitality, support longevity, and restore balance.

Foods that nourish Kidney energy include:
• Black sesame seeds
• Walnuts
• Seaweed
• Mushrooms
• Black beans
• Kidney beans
• Eggplant

These darker, mineral rich foods are especially supportive in winter, when the body benefits from warmth, grounding, and replenishment.

Think soups, stews, and gently cooked meals that build energy from the inside out.

01/27/2026

One of my favorite things to do is nourish myself through food.

Bone broth is like a warm hug: gentle, soothing, and calming.

No matter the season, this drink always makes me feel nourished. I recommend bone broth to my patients because of its strong healing properties for joint health, gut health, and even skin health. Bone broth is a thousands-of-years-old drink that’s an integral part of TCM. Try making your own and see how you feel ✨

01/26/2026

I love Microneedling for its ability to support collagen, smooth texture, and refresh tired skin, all by working with my body’s natural healing process.

I use Microneedling monthly or every other month along with Cosmetic Acupuncture to support my skin naturally. It’s part of my self care routine that I make sure to schedule in my calendar for extra me time.

If you’ve been interested in seeing what Microneedling can do for you, reach out and schedule a free consultation.

Still haven’t tried Cosmetic Acupuncture yet? Here’s what to expect in a session and what each step does for the face an...
01/22/2026

Still haven’t tried Cosmetic Acupuncture yet? Here’s what to expect in a session and what each step does for the face and body.

• Facial Cupping: Gently increases circulation and lymphatic drainage to brighten the skin, release facial tension, and reduce puffiness.
• Facial Guasha: Sculpts and lifts, eases jaw and brow tension, improves lymph flow, and helps your skin look smoother and more defined.
• Body Acupuncture: Calms the nervous system, balances hormones, improves digestion and sleep (because glowing skin starts inside).
• Facial Acupuncture: Stimulates collagen and elastin production, improves tone and elasticity, softens fine lines, and brings fresh blood flow to the skin.
• LED Light Therapy: Supports cellular repair, reduces inflammation, boosts collagen production, and leaves your skin calm, clear, and luminous.

Benefits you can expect:

• Skin rejuvenation
• Improved elasticity
• Wrinkle reduction
• Collagen stimulation
• Reduced puffiness
• Brighter, more even skin tone
• Relaxed jaw, brows, and neck
• Full-body stress relief

It’s not just acupuncture. It’s a full-body, skin-loving ritual designed to support your face and your nervous system.

Book online today to experience natural, subtle beauty.

Still haven’t tried Cosmetic Acupuncture yet? Here’s what to expect in a session and what each step does for the face an...
01/22/2026

Still haven’t tried Cosmetic Acupuncture yet? Here’s what to expect in a session and what each step does for the face and body.

• Facial Cupping: Gently increases circulation and lymphatic drainage to brighten the skin, release facial tension, and reduce puffiness.
• Facial Guasha: Sculpts and lifts, eases jaw and brow tension, improves lymph flow, and helps your skin look smoother and more defined.
• Body Acupuncture: Calms the nervous system, balances hormones, improves digestion and sleep (because glowing skin starts inside).
• Facial Acupuncture: Stimulates collagen and elastin production, improves tone and elasticity, softens fine lines, and brings fresh blood flow to the skin.
• LED Light Therapy: Supports cellular repair, reduces inflammation, boosts collagen production, and leaves your skin calm, clear, and luminous.

Benefits you can expect:
• Skin rejuvenation
• Improved elasticity
• Wrinkle reduction
• Collagen stimulation
• Reduced puffiness
• Brighter, more even skin tone
• Relaxed jaw, brows, and neck
• Full-body stress relief

It’s not just acupuncture. It’s a full-body, skin-loving ritual designed to support your face and your nervous system.

Book online today to experience natural, subtle beauty.

Hi, I’m Erica! As an acupuncturist I use tiny needles to help your body do big things.A few things I’m into:• Helping st...
01/15/2026

Hi, I’m Erica! As an acupuncturist I use tiny needles to help your body do big things.

A few things I’m into:
• Helping stressed, tired people feel like themselves again
• Natural glow-ups that don’t change your face, just support it
• Using food to heal from the inside out
• Helping others by using tiny needles for big results
• Knowing healing can be effective and enjoyable

If these sound like things you’re into too, you’re in the right place 😊

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I’m so grateful for thoughtful words like this and the long-term relationships I’ve built through my work.Chinese medici...
01/07/2026

I’m so grateful for thoughtful words like this and the long-term relationships I’ve built through my work.

Chinese medicine is as much about listening as it is about treatment. Being able to support people through different seasons of their lives is deeply meaningful to me. These types of reviews mean so much and serve as a reminder of the impact of steady, intentional work. Healing isn’t linear, but staying committed to working on your health will create space for long term change.

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TCM habits to carry into 2026:• Daily, gentle movement to heep qi flowing and prevent stagnation• Wearing a scarf to pro...
01/05/2026

TCM habits to carry into 2026:

• Daily, gentle movement to heep qi flowing and prevent stagnation
• Wearing a scarf to protect the neck and from wind and cold
• Starting the day with warm tea and a nourishing breakfast to support digestion, energy and hormonal balance
• Keeping socks on to protect Kidney energy
• Choosing soups and stews to build Blood and Qi
• Prioritizing being asleep before 11pm for deep restoration

These may seem like small habits but in Traditional Chinese Medicine, consistency is everything. When you keep the body warm, fed, and aligned with natural rhythms, true healing and long-term balance can unfold.

Looking for change in 2026? Work with me to see how else we can get your body fully aligned and in balance.

True health in Traditional Chinese Medicine is built through consistency, not extremes. When you align your daily life w...
12/31/2025

True health in Traditional Chinese Medicine is built through consistency, not extremes. When you align your daily life with your body’s natural rhythms, change becomes sustainable and deeply nourishing.

Small daily habits create powerful long-term change. Eating warm, nourishing meals, breathing deeply into the belly, and prioritizing breakfast all support your Qi, digestion, and hormonal balance. These simple practices help your body feel safe, regulated, and energized throughout the day.

If you’re ready to see more meaningful shifts and work toward your health goals in 2026, book an appointment to start your personalized TCM journey.

10/06/2025

In Chinese Medicine, symptoms are like branches of a tree and the real healing happens when we nourish the root.

Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, fatigue, or digestive issues, acupuncture and herbal medicine aim to restore harmony at the source so the symptoms naturally fade.

What a month September was! It’ll take me some time to fully reflect on this trip and the once in a lifetime opportunity...
10/02/2025

What a month September was! It’ll take me some time to fully reflect on this trip and the once in a lifetime opportunity I had to spend in Hong Kong and Shanghai to further my education - or maybe it’s the jet lag that’s clouding my brain 🤣

Never in my life did I think I’d have a career that could take me to Asia to further my business.

I went on this trip to learn, and I learned A LOT (which I can’t wait to share in the treatment room!) and while I did, a lot of the learning came from within and gaining a deeper knowledge of myself.

It’s part of being human to have self doubt, never feel like you’re doing enough while at the same time feeling like you’re doing everything and more. Having a business has been incredibly rewarding and hard at the same time.

When I signed up for this trip months ago, I couldn’t imagine the things I would get to see and learn. On top of that, I couldn’t imagine feeling nervous about this trip until it started getting closer. For leaving work for so long, traveling so far, putting myself in an environment that I haven’t been in before and more.

No one is going to push you to grow, it’s up to YOU to get you where you want to be.

I’m so thankful for the opportunity to learn in Asia and for myself for taking the plunge and embracing environments that force me to grow.

This was truly the trip of a lifetime and I’m full of gratitude for it.

Thank you for reading my jet lag induced post 😜

I hope to see you in my treatment room soon.

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Arlington, VA
22209

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+12026566364

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