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12/22/2025

Name that herb
This fragrant root has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries and often appears in blends that support nourishment and circulation. It is one of the most beloved herbs in the Chinese pharmacopeia and plays a central role in many classic formulations.

Any guesses
All accurate responses receive a virtual high five from our team, a little digital Qi, and a chance to win one of three DAO formulas that feature this herb. Winners will be selected at random.

12/19/2025

Holiday spreads are basically a sport. From cookies to cocktails to rich meals back to back, our systems can use a little extra support. Bao He Wan has been used in TCM to encourage harmony after fuller, heavier eating, and Digestive Harmony offers a modern, easy way to fold that tradition into the holidays.

We love it for travel, family gatherings, and those moments when we say yes to one more bite.

What’s the most “holiday you” food you have had so far

12/17/2025

The holiday season in Minnesota has a rhythm all its own. The early sunsets, the cold air, and the steady stream of celebrations can quietly burn through your Yin, the cooling, restorative reserve that keeps you grounded.

December naturally leans Yang: bright, busy, outward, fast. And when that outweighs the quieter moments, your Yin works overtime to keep things balanced. It’s easy to feel that reserve thinning with more stimulation, more commitments, and more late nights.

Supporting your Yin doesn’t require a full retreat. It’s about small, intentional pauses: a slow walk in the cold air, an early night once a week, warm and simple meals between rich gatherings, fewer stimulants when the season already feels loud, and the rituals that steady you: meditation, breathwork, or a few quiet minutes before the house wakes up.

Minnesota winters invite us inward for a reason. When you honor your Yin in these small ways, you move through the holidays with more steadiness, presence, and warmth, a season that feels good, not just full.

12/03/2025

As we shift from the holiday weekend into the rhythm of December, we’re holding onto one of our favorite Laozi reminders:

“Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is the essence of balance, moving with the season instead of pushing against it. Letting the body settle. Letting the mind exhale. Letting the pace soften just enough to hear what you actually need.

So here’s a gentle mid-week invitation:
Take a slower sip. Take a deeper breath. Let this season unfold without rushing your way through it.

12/01/2025

Cyber Monday is all about the little bonuses…and this year, we wanted to make it special. ✨

For today only, every order comes with a FREE Pure Reishi and our DAO Bamboo Ritual Set (cup + spoon).

A calm, grounding ritual in the making, perfect for winter mornings, slow evenings, or whenever life feels a bit too fast.

No minimums. No hoops.
Just a simple thank-you as we wrap up the holiday weekend.

FREE Pure Reishi + Bamboo Ritual Set
Code: TCMGIFT
Ends Tonight

Here’s to starting the week with a touch of ease. 🤍

11/28/2025

Black Friday is here,and so is our biggest event of the year. ✨

For a limited time, enjoy 25% off sitewide with code TCMGIFT.

Whether you’re looking to support stress, digestion, immunity, sleep, or simply feel more balanced this season, our herbal formulas are crafted to bring a little more steadiness into your daily rhythm.

This is the perfect moment to restock your favorites, try something new, or share the gift of balance with someone who needs it.

25% OFF Sitewide
Code: TCMGIFT
Ends Sunday

Wishing you a grounded, calm, supported start to the holiday season.🤍

11/26/2025

As has become an annual tradition with our team, as we pause for the holiday and take a breath before the season ahead, here are just a few things we’re grateful for this year

• The incredible community that surrounds us
• The acupuncturists and practitioners who continue to champion this medicine
• Our customers, new and longtime, who trust us with their wellbeing
• The creativity and collaboration that brought the DAO Labs Mobile Elixir Bar to life
• The simple joy of sharing herbs, ritual, and warmth around Minneapolis
• The long nights, early mornings, and lessons that shaped us
• Our small but mighty team
• The growers, suppliers, and makers behind every formula
• Moments of stillness in the midst of big change
• The wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine and those who carry it forward
• The conversations we’ve had at events, markets, and street corners
• The spark of inspiration that keeps pushing us toward what’s next
• Laughter, especially when we needed it most after the tragic events in our community this past August
• Delicious drinks (hot and cold) shared with friends
• The chance to help people feel better, in whatever season they’re in
• And the reminder that balance, in all its forms, is something to celebrate

We could list so much more….but today, we’re simply grateful.

For this community, this journey, and the practice of gratitude itself. 🤍

11/25/2025

Thanksgiving is all about abundance, but sometimes our stomach feels… too abundant. 😅🦃

This Thanksgiving, don’t let food stagnation overcome your joy (or your leftovers). Consider herbs like those found in Bao He Wan, the foundation of our Digestive Harmony formula.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine theory, overindulgence can overload your Spleen and Stomach, leading to bloating, fullness, or that “I’ll-never-eat-again” feeling.

But with herbs like Shan Zha (Hawthorn Fruit) to break down heavy foods and Lai Fu Zi (Frostyla Fruit) to clear heat, Bao He Wan brings harmony back to your digestion and makes you feel balanced, again.

After all, the real tradition is balance…so pass the Digestive Harmony with your pie! 🥧

11/05/2025

When everything feels like it’s speeding up, Heart-7 (also called Shenmen or “Spirit Gate”) is one of the easiest ways to calm the mind and settle your Shen.

This simple acupressure point is especially grounding during seasonal change, when emotions can run a little higher than usual.

A few slow breaths + gentle pressure = more relaxation, more calm, and better sleep.
If you need a moment today, this one is worth trying.

11/04/2025

It’s pumpkin spice latte season… but the seeds are where the real magic happens.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, raw pumpkin seeds help drain dampness….think clearing excess mucus and fluid buildup, while also supporting fertility and hormone balance.

They’re naturally rich in zinc, a key nutrient for ovulation, s***m quality, and overall reproductive health.

Add them to your smoothies, oatmeal, or salads, or enjoy a handful as part of seed cycling to support healthy estrogen levels during the follicular phase.

So yes, sip your PSL… but don’t forget the seeds. 😉

10/27/2025

In Chinese culture, the first month after childbirth is known as Zuo Yue Zi — “Sitting the Month.”

It’s a sacred window of rest and restoration where new mothers focus on rebuilding energy, nourishing Blood, and protecting their long-term health.

Meals are warming and gentle. Rest is prioritized over movement. Support from family and community surrounds the new mother so her body, and spirit, can recover fully.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is more than recovery — it’s the foundation for lifelong wellness.

To our Acupuncturist friends: What guidance do you share with new mothers during this important time? Favorite herbs, rituals, or dietary principles? We’d love to hear your wisdom in the comments below.

10/24/2025

Too much Halloween candy? 🎃

Meet Zu San Li (ST36), your post-trick-or-treat recovery point (or in the case of this author, for when you’re eating the candy that you’ve purchased to give away…even though Halloween is over a week away).

In Chinese Medicine, this acupressure spot supports digestion, reduces bloating, and helps keep your energy balanced after indulging a bit too much.

Press gently for 1–2 minutes on each leg, breathe deeply, and give your Stomach Qi a little extra love.

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