Nourishing Life Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

11/06/2025

✨ Meet Dr. Polina, the newest face at Nourishing Life Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Downtown Monroe! Dr. Polina inherited her passion for acupuncture from her father, a long-time practitioner of Chinese Medicine. With over seven years of experience, she blends Kampo herbal medicine and traditional acupuncture to restore balance, ease tension, and help the body heal naturally.

Outside the clinic, she’s a mom of three who loves cooking and getting lost in a good book. 📚

Her gentle, intuitive approach has already made her a favorite for those seeking pain relief, emotional balance, and fertility support right here in Union County.

🕓 Dr. Polina’s Hours:
Monday 10a–2p
Tuesday 3:30-7:30p
Wednesday–Friday 10a–6:30p

📍 Nourishing Life Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
104 E Franklin St, Monroe NC
💻 Book online!

Tag someone who needs a little balance in their life 🌿

11/05/2025

We want to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who donated to our Thanksgiving Food Drive today! So many families will be blessed with this food.

Keep bringing in your donations for a chance to be entered into our raffle! Every donation = one ticket to be entered!

11/05/2025

Have you met Dr. Polina yet? 💛
She’s the newest doctor to join our team here at Nourishing Life Acupuncture, and we couldn’t be more excited to have her with us!

Dr. Polina is phenomenal at treating all things pain, stress, and anxiety — and her patients absolutely love her gentle yet effective approach. 🌿

If you’ve been thinking about starting treatment but weren’t sure where to begin, now’s the perfect time! Schedule your consultation or initial acupuncture session and experience firsthand the healing care she brings to every patient.

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Tap the link in our bio or call the office to book your visit today.

✨Have you already met Dr. Polina? Let us know what you loved most about your visit below! 👇

Dr. Alyssa Easley is a board-certified acupuncturist licensed in the state of North Carolina. She received her doctorate degree in acupuncture and herbal medicine at the preeminent Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Although Dr. Easley loves treating all cases, she has a true passion for treating...

11/04/2025

✨ Thanksgiving Food Drive ✨
We’re so excited to partner with Heart for Monroe this season to support families in need! 🧡

Bring in your canned or non-perishable items now through Nov 20 and earn 1 raffle ticket per donation for a chance to win a special Nourishing Life gift basket! 🎁

🧺 Collection ends: Nov 20
🏆 Winner announced: Nov 21

Thank you for being the heart of our community — your generosity truly makes a difference! 💛

10/27/2025

✨Struggling with fibroids? Discover how acupuncture can help restore balance and relieve pain. 🌿
Read the blog - link in bio!

10/27/2025

Me: skips my herbs for 3 days.
Also me: “Why am I tired, bloated, and cranky again?” 😅

Consistency matters, friends — herbal medicine works best when you stick with it. 🌿

10/25/2025

✨ Real patients, real healing ✨
We’re so grateful for kind words like this 💛

At Nourishing Life Acupuncture in Downtown Monroe NC, we’re dedicated to creating a calm and nurturing space where every treatment is customized to you. From fertility and women’s health to pain relief and stress support, our goal is to help your body restore balance naturally 🌿

Thank you to our amazing patients for trusting us with your care. Your stories inspire everything we do.

💬 Have you experienced acupuncture yet? Comment below or click the link in our bio to book your next visit.

📍Located in the heart of Downtown Monroe and proudly serving Union County, Waxhaw, Indian Trail, Matthews, and South Charlotte.

10/21/2025

With temperatures dropping lower and lower, now is the time to start perfecting the art of keeping your body warm. 

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, warmth is crucial to maintaining good health. Cold can lead to stagnation, which can then lead to all sorts of nasty health issues. We don’t want that around the holidays! 

To keep yourself warm this fall, follow these tips: 

1. Avoid raw, uncooked foods. Consuming too many cold things, such as raw fruits and vegetables or iced drinks, can make it even more difficult for your body to maintain its warmth. Prioritize eating warm, cooked meals, and avoid the iced coffees for now! 

2. Keep your feet warm. Your feet are especially susceptible to the cold, and cold feet can lead to poor circulation through the rest of your body. Wear thick, warm socks and avoid sandals for now. 

3. Take warm baths or showers. Now is not the time to be cold-plunging! Warm baths/showers can help release muscle tension and boost circulation through your body. Just make sure to put on a cozy pair of socks afterwards. 

If you notice that you tend to be cold no matter what you do, it may be time to consider acupuncture to get to the root cause of your issue. For more information on acupuncture or to book an appointment with us, give us a call at 704-275-3856 or follow this link to schedule a 15-minute consultation with us: https://shorturl.at/VsGc5.

                                 

10/20/2025

We’ve finally hit cooler temperatures here in Monroe, so it’s time to bring out alllllll the cozy drink recipes for the fall! 

In particular, one drink we really love to help decrease inflammation and pain in the body is a golden milk latte. The star of the show in this recipe is turmeric, which has been shown to be as effective as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (like ibuprofen) when it comes to pain relief. The ginger in this recipe is also a hardworking herb, especially when it comes to soothing the digestive system and keeping things moving to prevent constipation. 

To make a golden milk latte, you will need: 

1 cup of coconut milk
1 tsp of turmeric powder (or 1 inch of fresh turmeric, grated) 
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger (or 1/4 tsp ground ginger) 
1/4 tsp black sesame seed powder (optional) 
1/4 tsp black pepper (boosts turmeric absorption)
1 tbsp goji berries (steeped in hot water, then blended) 
1 tsp honey or maple syrup 

Directions: 
1. Steep the goji berries in 1/4 cup hot water for 5 minutes, then blend until smooth.
2. Warm the milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Do not boil. 
3. Mix the spices in the milk. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes. 
4. Blend for a frothy texture. 
5. Stir in honey and blended goji berries. Pour into a cozy mug and enjoy warm! 

If you make this delicious latte, let us know what you think! And if you feel that your body needs even more of an anti-inflammatory boost, acupuncture is always an option when it comes to helping you feel your best. For more information on acupuncture, give us a call at 704-275-3856.

                                 

10/13/2025

Reviews like this make our hearts so happy!

We’re so thankful to be able to serve our community. If you’re struggling with any health concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out! We’re here to help. 💖