Bloomington Normal Acupuncture

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As the weather takes a turn for 🥶 today, remember the Traditional Chinese Medicine basics to care for your immune system!

1. Sleep is key! Don’t be like everyone at my house and stay up late to wait for that 1989 TV to drop, instead go to bed early and let your body rest.

2. We are crazy about scarves and warm layers in TCM. The acu-points on the back of the neck (called the Wind Gates) are vulnerable and need to be covered in cold, windy weather. Don’t be surprised if you see me wearing a hat/scarf in the clinic on cold days, it’s not because I’m having a bad hair day, I promise. 😬

3. Work those lungs with deep breathing exercises! In your session we can do cupping over the lung points to move and clear mucus.

4. Turn your iced coffee into hot coffee (and your hot coffee into herbal tea)! In TCM we always reach for warmer drinks in the colder weather to keep the immune system and the body’s protective Qi in harmony with the season.

5. Eat warm foods that are in season. Think sweet potatoes and squash and dark leafy greens. Your body is craving soup and stew for a reason. Avoid cold treats and salads for the time being!