The Points of Health

12/01/2025

Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years because it works. And this is accurate because there are points in your ankle area that help neck pain! Love this cartoon so much because it’s funny and accurate! I know I’ve posted before but to good not to repost.

11/30/2025

https://www.thepointsofhealth.com/single-post/nurturing-your-well-being-in-november-mind-body-tips-for-the-start-of-the-holiday-season

November marks the transition into the holiday season—a time filled with gratitude, gathering, and celebration. But it can also bring increased stress, disrupted routines, and seasonal changes that impact your physical and emotional health. As the days grow cooler and shorter, November is the perf...

11/28/2025

🎃 Pumpkin (南瓜 Nán Guā)
Nature: Warm
Flavor: Sweet
Meridians Entered: Spleen, Stomach, Large Intestine
Key TCM Benefits:
1. Strengthens the Spleen & Stomach –
Pumpkin is excellent for people with weak digestion, low appetite, bloating, or fatigue after meals. Its sweetness and warmth tonify Spleen Qi and harmonize the middle burner.
2. Transforms Dampness & Supports Elimination –
Helps the body expel Dampness and mild toxins, which is beneficial for conditions like sluggish digestion, loose stools, or feelings of heaviness.
3. Promotes Qi Circulation & Detoxification –
Gently clears toxins, including those from inflammation, swelling, and even parasite exposure (especially when paired with the seeds).
4. Supports Blood & Qi Production –
Its bright orange color (rich in beta-carotene) reflects its ability to nourish Blood and promote vitality, making it a restorative food after illness or depletion.
5. Calms and Grounds –
Its warming, sweet, and earthy qualities help calm overthinking and anxiety related to Spleen deficiency.

11/27/2025

🍁🧡Happy Thanksgiving 🧡🍁

I am grateful for you, my followers. I appreciate you and I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

11/26/2025

https://www.thepointsofhealth.com/single-post/finding-stillness-5-meditation-techniques-to-support-your-healing-at-the-points-of-health

Stillness—cultivated through meditation—can be a powerful companion to acupuncture and holistic health. It softens the edges, opening space for clarity, balance, and deeper wellness.Here are five meditation techniques we often recommend at The Points of Health. Try one (or two) and see which res...

11/25/2025

https://www.thepointsofhealth.com/single-post/the-power-of-pungent-flavors-how-fall-spices-support-lung-health-in-tcm

When autumn arrives, we instinctively reach for warming, fragrant spices like ginger, cinnamon, and garlic. Beyond their comforting aromas and flavors, these ingredients hold a special place in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In the fall season—linked with the Metal element and the Lungs—pun...

11/24/2025

https://www.thepointsofhealth.com/single-post/cupping-in-the-cooler-months-relieve-stress-aches-and-stagnation-with-this-ancient-therapy

As the weather cools and the days grow shorter, many people notice subtle changes in their bodies and moods. Stiff joints, seasonal stress, and even lingering chest congestion are common complaints during autumn and winter. One therapy that can offer natural relief is cupping, a traditional healing....

11/21/2025

https://www.thepointsofhealth.com/single-post/acupuncture-for-seasonal-depression-restoring-balance-through-tcm

As the days grow shorter and sunlight becomes scarce, many people notice a shift in their mood and energy. For some, this change develops into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)—a form of depression linked to seasonal transitions. Symptoms often include fatigue, low motivation, changes in sleep or ...

11/20/2025

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, fear is related to the kidneys. If you’re living with fear, I highly recommend getting acupuncture. Not only acupuncture, but your local Acupuncture Physician can prescribe an herbal formula specifically for you. And as Food Therapy goes, incorporate eating foods that are black; they will nourish the kidneys.

11/19/2025

And if you’d like further support and balance around that, consider acupuncture. I love Traditional Chinese Medicine and how it supports your emotions even as a subtle nuance to a profound shift. It is different for everyone. You are your own healer, the needles allow it to happen. Did you know the gallbladder is related to decision making, the liver is related to irritation and anger, the spleen is related to over thinking, the kidneys are related to fear, the lungs are related to sadness and grief and the heart is related to excess excitement or overjoy when these organs are out of balance. Come feel supported by your body and mind in balance. Illustration 吉祥寺トーストマスターズクラブ - Kichijoji Toastmasters Club

11/18/2025

Such a good reminder! It’s amazing how a little time away can bring clarity to what’s really important. Even if it’s just an hour break in your day for acupuncture to reset your nervous system. But a wellness retreat would really do it. www.helloholisticretreats.com

11/17/2025

A Wellness Retreat w