Balance Acupuncture & Wellness

01/01/2026

May this new year be full of health & happiness!

12/31/2025

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12/30/2025

Ringing in your ears?? Give this a try!

12/25/2025

12/21/2025

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Winter Solstice marks the deepest point of Yin—the longest night of the year. It is a powerful moment of stillness, rest, and quiet.

From this deepest Yin, Yang begins to return.

The days slowly grow longer, light gradually increases, and the body is reminded that renewal begins in rest.

Winter is associated with the Kidneys, our root energy and reserve of vitality. This season invites us to:

* Slow down and conserve energy
* Rest more deeply
* Eat warming, nourishing foods
* Protect the low back, feet, and abdomen
* Reflect, restore, and release what no longer serves us

In a culture that encourages constant productivity, Winter Solstice offers a gentle reminder: doing less is sometimes the most healing thing you can do.

Honor this turning point by listening to your body, protecting your energy, and allowing stillness to be part of your wellness.

From rest, new life grows. 🌑✨

12/21/2025

Happy Winter Solstice!

12/21/2025

Day 10 – Support Your Immune System ❄️

Winter is a time when our immune system needs a little extra care.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, immunity is closely tied to Wei Qi—our protective energy that circulates at the surface of the body, defending against illness. Strong Wei Qi depends on good sleep, nourishment, digestion, movement, and a regulated nervous system.

Supporting your immune system doesn’t mean doing more—it often means doing less, more intentionally.

Simple daily supports:

💤Prioritize sleep and consistent rest

🍲Eat warm, nourishing foods and soups

😅Manage stress and slow the breath

🧦Keep the neck, low back, and feet warm

🏋Stay gently active without overexertion

☯Use acupuncture to support immune resilience and balance

The holidays can be busy, but your health is your foundation.
Care for your immune system now so your body can carry you with strength into the new year. 🌿💙

12/20/2025

Day 9 – Manage Stress ❄️

The holidays can be joyful and overwhelming. More commitments, disrupted routines, financial pressure, travel, and emotional expectations can quietly push the nervous system into overdrive.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, chronic stress constrains the smooth flow of Liver Qi. When Qi becomes stuck, it often shows up as:

😕Neck, shoulder, or jaw tension

😵‍💫Headaches

🥴Digestive discomfort

🫩Poor sleep

😫Anxiety, irritability, or feeling “on edge”

Stress management isn’t about eliminating stress—it’s about giving your body moments of safety and regulation throughout the day.

Simple ways to support your nervous system:

🫁Slow, intentional breathing

🙆‍♀️Gentle movement or stretching

🥾Time outdoors, even briefly

☯Acupuncture or bodywork

🙅‍♂️Setting boundaries and saying no when needed

Caring for your stress is not selfish—it’s foundational.
A regulated nervous system supports better sleep, digestion, immunity, and pain relief—especially during the winter months.

Take a breath. You don’t have to do it all. 🌿💙

12/19/2025

Day 8 – Get Enough Sleep 😴

Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s essential medicine for the body and mind. While everyone’s needs are a little different, research gives us helpful guidelines for how much sleep supports optimal health at different stages of life:

Recommended sleep by age:

School-age children (6–12 years): 9–12 hours

Teens (13–18 years): 8–10 hours

Adults (18–64 years): 7–9 hours

Older adults (65+ years): 7–8 hours

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, deep, restorative sleep allows blood to return to the Liver, supports hormone balance, immune function, tissue repair, and emotional regulation. Chronic sleep deprivation can show up as pain, anxiety, digestive issues, low immunity, and difficulty healing.

During the winter months, nature encourages us to rest a little more. Earlier bedtimes, dimmer evenings, and consistent sleep routines help align our internal rhythms with the season.

Think of sleep as a nightly reset—one of the most powerful tools you have for healing and resilience. 🌙✨

12/18/2025

Day 7 – Stay Active ❄️

Winter naturally invites us to slow down—but slowing down doesn’t mean stopping altogether.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, gentle, consistent movement keeps Qi and blood circulating, supports joint health, lifts mood, and prevents stagnation that can lead to stiffness, pain, and low energy. During the colder months, our bodies especially benefit from movement that keeps us warm without depletion.

Staying active during the holidays doesn’t have to mean intense workouts. Think:

🚶‍♀️Daily walks (even 10–15 minutes counts)

🧘Stretching, yoga, or mobility work

💪Strength training

❄Playing outside with family

🥰Movement that feels nourishing, not exhausting

Movement helps regulate blood sugar, support digestion after heavier meals, improve sleep, and calm the nervous system—things we all need a little extra support with this time of year.

Honor winter’s call for rest, but keep your body gently moving.
Your joints, circulation, and energy will thank you. 🌿