Indie Acupuncture Oakland

Hey folks, my friend is organizing a peaceful protest this Wednesday at Lake Merritt in Oakland. Please come THIS WEDNESDAY at 6PM! Repost @tinypistol : Come and honor all the black life / joy / future / past that’s been stolen / murdered / decimated by systemic white supremacy. We will lie facedown for eight minutes +46 seconds for George Floyd and the legion of others, lest we forget.

Did you know that the Black Panthers started the first free community-acupuncture clinics in the US in 1972? In fact, the now famous auricular NADA protocol was first introduced in the US in their community health programs. The less-known but enduring legacy of the Black Panther movement is their many social programs, including access to free healthcare.... The acupuncture portion of the video starts at 5:39 min.

Learn how to GUA SHA to ward off colds and flus at home. I teach you how to do this simple technique on yourself or loved ones at home.

Virtual Acupressure Sessions and Herbal Consults Now Available My office assistant Matilda and I have been working hard to come up with some ways for me to provide ongoing support during this difficult time. I have been doing some virtual acupressure instruction sessions, herbal and nutrition consults and qigong instruction. It has been working well. The sessions are 30 minutes long. We can also tailor the length of the session to meet your needs. (15 minutes to 1 hour) Whet...her you just want a quick check in about your current herbal or supplement protocol or would like to learn some acupressure/qi gong to do at home, I am here for you! Each session begins with a check in about your health history, current concerns and tongue diagnosis. Depending on your type of visit, you may take home lifestyle recommendations, herbs or supplements, acupressure points and techniques or a home qigong practice. Click on link in bio to schedule. #acupuncturist #acupressure #herbalmedicine #nutrition #qigong #chinesemedicine #traditionalchinesemedicine #virtual #virtuallearning #supportlocalbusiness #petalumacalifornia #oakland

Two spots just opened up for today. Only appointments left for the week: 3pm and 6pm. Come get acupuncture before the holiday! DM me if interested or book online at indieacupuncture.com

One spot left for acupuncture today at 1pm. Come get your acu-nap! PM me

I love my job! #testimonial #thankyou #acupunctureworks #chinesemedicine #acupuncturist #petalumaacupuncture #oaklandacupuncture #sportsmedicine #sportsmedicineacupuncture #gratitude

How to protect your lungs from wildfire smoke: 1) Folks, you really need to be wearing a mask and limit outdoor exposure. N95 or N100 Masks are good start when fitted properly as they filter most of the toxic particulates in the air. If you want to step it up even further, you can buy a respirator mask which filters out particulates and gases. 2)You can go to sites like air now.gov to check the air quality in your area for the day. 3) Did you know that acupuncture can als...o help support your lungs by circulating lung qi and expelling toxins? 4) Eat healthy foods like dark leafy greens to cleanse the blood and pears and persimmons to moisten the lungs. Ginger, garlic, turnips and radishes are also helpful. Avoid sugar, fried and processed foods. 4) Make yourself a pot of tea. Peppermint helps to open the sinuses and lungs. Marshmallow root, Mullen, nettle and licorice are also great herbs to make into a tea, especially if you have a cough. 5) Take extra vitamin C and consider glutathione which helps the liver to process toxins. 6) Herbs: There are many herbal formulas that can help to support you individually and what you’re experiencing. Ask your licensed acupuncturist naturopath or herbalist about what herbs might be right for you. There are some great Chinese medicine herbs for lung dryness, wheezing and respiratory infection. I also like Reishi and Cordyceps to support the Lungs. One of my favorite immune boosting formulas is made by Fungi Perfecti and it’s called My community:host defense. 7) do a steam with thyme or eucalyptus oil. Take a bath with Epsom salts and add some lavender oil to calm your nervous system. Be kind to yourself and others. Let yourself grieve any loss or traumas. According to traditional Chinese medicine, the emotion associated with the Lungs Is grief. It’s important that we let ourselves feel the grief. Give yourself the time and space to do this. Meditation can also be helpful to calm the mind and return you to your self. #WildfireSmoke #Lungherbs #Lungs #Chinese medicine #Acupuncture #Self-care #breath #oaklandacupuncture #sonomacounty #petalumaacupuncture See more

Did you know that your ear contains a map of the whole body within it? I love adding ear points to acupuncture treatments. They are powerful for calming the nervous system, reducing pain and targeting specific areas of the body. Have you had an acupuncture nap lately? Reset your nervous system with acupuncture. Calm your mind and lift your spirit up! #AcupunctureWorks #ChineseMedicine #auricularacupuncture #restore #Balance #Self-care #Oakland #Petaluma

Did you know that acupuncture can calm your spirit, relieve allergy symptoms and make you feel like a million bucks? Come and find your bliss! Open in Oakland on Monday afternoons and all day Wednesdays and Fridays. Open in Petaluma Monday mornings and all day Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hope to see you soon! #Acupuncture #ChineseMedicine #Oaktown baby #Petaluma #AllergyRelief #StressRelief #nap #Needles #Blessed #VisitYourLocalAcupuncturist

Green beans at the farmer’s market! I love sautéing garlic and chili flakes with green beans and olive oil. They are also wonderful in a stirfry. According to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, green beans are warming and have a sweet taste. In addition to cleansing the liver, they can be used to help alleviate fullness in the chest, burping, cough, hernia, chronic diarrhea and back pain due to kidney weakness. #greenbeans #farmersmarket #chinesemedicine #wholefoods #acupuncture #ilovecooking

Whole 30 day 11. Daily meals. Self-care for me includes making sure I have lots of yummy food prepared for a long day a work: Radish, watermelon salad with Roasted Harissa Chicken, Salmon and veggie hash, Ribeye steak with sauteed chard and sweet potato. Cooking is a meditation and creative outlet for me. What is your self-care routine this week?