AcuHerb Community Circle

11/05/2025

As we transition from Metal to Water, nature teaches us to slow down — to turn inward and restore what’s been spent.

In Chinese medicine, the Water season connects to the Kidneys, adrenals, bones, and our deepest reserves of energy — what we call Jing, our essence. When we rest, warm the body, and nourish deeply, we’re not being lazy — we’re building power for what’s coming next.

Over the next few months, I’ll be sharing posts on:
• True rest and stillness — what your body actually needs this time of year
• Nourishing the Kidneys and adrenals (foods, rituals, and lifestyle)
• Menstrual cycles and why they mirror the winter phase
• Protecting your lower back, neck, and feet — the pathways of the Kidney channel
• Why winter is not the time to detox or restrict
• How slowing down now sets the stage for effortless renewal in spring

This season, you’re not meant to grind.
You’re meant to gather.

💙 Follow along for grounding, nourishment, and gentle wisdom through the Water season.

11/05/2025

So here’s your friendly reminder:
🧦 Now is not the time for sandals!
If your kids (or you!) insist on wearing them — at least throw on some socks.
They don’t even have to match. 😉

Keeping the feet and ankles warm helps protect the body’s vital energy the kidneys (and immune system).

So as the weather shifts, let’s bundle up, slow down, and stay grounded as we head into winter.

Stay warm, stay well, and keep those mismatched socks ready!

11/01/2025

10/29/2025

🌾✨ Find Me at the Home Grown Farm Market This Saturday! ✨🌾

Hey Southern Maryland! 👋
I’ll be at the Home Grown Farm Market near Gate 3 in Lexington Park this Saturday from 9–11 AM — come say hi!

Stop by for a stress-free mini acupuncture session and grab some info for your friends and family about one of the most powerful allergy treatments I offer:
🌿 SAAT — Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment.

SAAT is a gentle, one-time ear acupuncture protocol that’s helping people all over Southern Maryland recover from alpha-gal allergy and other sensitivities caused by tick bites.
It’s been life-changing for patients who thought they’d never be able to eat normally again — helping reduce reactions, calm inflammation, and restore balance to the immune system.

If you’ve heard about SAAT and wondered if it could help you or someone you love — this is your chance to stop by, ask questions, and learn how it works.

💆🏽‍♀️ Relax. Recharge. Reconnect.
I’ll have handouts, community info, and a cozy setup to help you de-stress before the holidays.

📍 Home Grown Farm Market, near Gate 3, Lexington Park
🕘 This Saturday, 9–11 AM

Come early, say hello, and learn how acupuncture is changing lives here in Southern Maryland.

10/28/2025

Top 25 Foods for the Metal ElementThis is the time for foods that are warm, moistening, and gently clearing — helping your body let go of what it no longer needs.

And yes — you can still eat the rainbow 🌈
Only this time, the rainbow looks like burnt orange, sage green, white, golden yellow, and deep brown.

Here are 25 foods that strengthen Metal and help you breathe easier, digest better, and stay grounded through the season:

🥕 Root Vegetables:
carrots, parsnips, turnips, daikon, sweet potato

🥦 Green Veggies:
kale, cabbage, broccoli, bok choy, leeks

🍐 Moistening Fruits:
pear, apple, fig, persimmon, jujube (red date)

🌾 Grains & Legumes:
millet, rice, barley, lentils, chickpeas

🌰 Nuts & Seeds:
almonds, sesame seeds (especially black), walnuts

🍵 Herbs & Additions:
ginger, garlic, onion, white pepper, miso, goji berries, chrysanthemum tea

🌿 Unique + Seasonal Varieties (The Metal Superstars):
– Lotus root (clears Lung heat, moistens dryness)
– Burdock root (gobo) (detoxifying, promotes healthy elimination)
– Water chestnuts (hydrates and cools the Lungs)
– Daikon greens (mildly bitter, clears phlegm and heat)
– Asian pears (a natural Lung tonic with high moisture content)

Each of these supports Lung and Large Intestine function — clearing mucus, hydrating tissues, and helping the body transition from the high energy of summer to the grounded rhythm of fall.

🌬️ Breathe deeply. Eat warmly.
And remember — color still matters, even when nature’s palette turns to gold.

10/27/2025

🕸️✨ You Are a Web ✨

When I think about health and healing, I don’t see separate symptoms or broken parts —
I see a living web.
Every organ, emotion, and thought is connected through invisible threads of energy and communication.

When one part of that web feels weak or tangled, you might experience pain, exhaustion, anxiety, or digestive issues.
But healing isn’t about fixing one strand — it’s about strengthening the whole design.

Acupuncture helps your system become more organized, more efficient, and more resilient.
As the web grows stronger, energy flows smoothly again.
Your body remembers how to heal.
Your emotions settle.
Your mind clears.

✨ You are not broken. You are a web remembering its own intelligence — learning how to balance, adapt, and thrive again.

If you’re ready to see how acupuncture can help your body reconnect and restore balance,
🌿 book a free 15-minute consultation — link in bio.

10/23/2025

Dear Community Members,

I know that many in our community are being directly affected by the current government furlough. The uncertainty and financial strain it brings are heavy, and the stress of simply navigating daily life right now can take a real toll on both body and mind.

At AcuHerb Community Circle, we believe in showing up for one another — especially in difficult times. Beginning Tuesday, October 28 through November 6, I’ll be offering a complimentary 15-minute relaxation acupuncture session for any furloughed government employee.

This short, gentle treatment is designed to help release tension, calm the nervous system, support better sleep, and create a small pocket of peace in your week.

No appointment is necessary — just text me to confirm a time that works best for you, and I’ll schedule you personally.
301-202-4053

Sometimes, a few quiet moments of stillness are enough to help your system reset and your mind feel clear again. We hope to offer that space for you here.

10/20/2025

Everyone’s trying to “boost immunity,” but your Lungs can’t do their job if you keep feeding them the wrong inputs.
Here’s what’s really hurting your Metal element this season 👇

1️⃣ Dried fruits (especially in trail mix).
They sound healthy, but they dry out the intestines and thicken phlegm. You’ll see it as dry skin, sinus pressure, sluggish bowels, or sticky mucus. The Metal element needs moisture, not chewy sugar bombs. If you love them, try making your own in the oven or dehydrator.

2️⃣ Yogurt in the morning.
Even probiotic yogurt is cold and damp-forming first thing in the day. It shuts down your digestive fire before it’s lit — leading to fatigue, mucus, and irregular bowels later.

3️⃣ Cold sparkling water and seltzers.
That “refreshing” fizz tightens the diaphragm and weakens Lung descent. Over time it can cause chest tightness, shallow breathing, hiccups, and reflux. Carbonation plus cold constricts the Lung’s ability to expand and descend Qi — leading to anxiety and constipation too.

4️⃣ Egg whites without yolks.
Metal season is about nourishment and refinement — not deprivation. Whites alone are too cooling; over time they dry the Lungs. The yolk provides oils that lubricate the intestines and help healthy elimination.

5️⃣ Peppermint and menthol-heavy teas.
They feel like they open your chest, but they disperse Lung Qi too fast. Long term, they can worsen dry coughs or postnasal drip. Swap for chrysanthemum or mulberry leaf tea to vent heat gently and preserve Lung moisture.

🌬️ The Metal element thrives on warmth, oil, and gentle moisture.
When you overuse cold, dry, or dispersing foods, your body loses its ability to let go — physically and emotionally.

If I weren’t afraid of hurting your feelings, I’d tell you: stop chasing “clean eating.”
Start feeding your Lungs like you actually want to breathe, glow, and digest this season.