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Clinic Closure 1/24 - 2/2

1/23/2017

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Hi folks!

We will be closed from 1/24 to 2/2. Normal business hours will resume on Friday, 2/3.

​I am taking off to Colorado to visit my old stomping grounds and to take advantage of that snowy weather in the Rockies. 
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If you need to schedule an appointment, you may do so online at nourishingrootsacupuncture.com/schedule
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Restore & Renew: Yoga + Acupuncture

12/8/2016

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Restore & renew your mind and body as we enter a new year. This 90 minute event will encompass a restorative yoga class followed by a relaxing and supportive acupuncture treatment. Rebecca Holmes will be leading the yoga class, with assistance by Camille Maybin. I will be providing the acupuncture treatments at the end of class. All levels are welcome. 

Gift certificates for the course are available at The Yoga Bin. Register before January 1st to receive $10 off.

Space is limited, so please register ahead of time! To purchase tickets, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/restore-renew-an-afternoon-of-gentle-yoga-acupuncture-tickets-30103186441
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November Offerings of Gratitude

11/2/2016

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Now that fall is upon us and we enter the month of November, this is a great time of year to slow down, look inward, and reflect on what we are grateful for. I personally have been feeling incredibly grateful for this amazing community that surrounds us here in Asheville. We have such a vibrant town. One that supports small businesses, values local food, and encourages people to get active and live a healthy lifestyle. 
Out of my gratitude for this strong community that we have, I want to give back. I believe that healthy individuals create a healthier community. When we are free of pain and illness, we have more energy to support those around us.

So, here are several ways in which you can receive acupuncture at a reduced cost for the month of November:
  • All new patients will receive $10 off their Initial Acupuncture appointment 
  • Help end hunger and enjoy acupuncture. For returning patients, each can of food donated to our Nourishing November Food Drive will receive $2 off their next acupuncture visit. All donations will go to Manna Food Bank. 
  • Join me at the River Arts District Farmers Market Harvest Dinner Fundraiser on Monday, November 7th. There will be delicious local food, live music and a silent auction with the chance to win an Initial Acupuncture Visit, offered by yours truly. All proceeds support the RAD Farmers Market. For tickets and more information, visit www.radfarmersmarket.com
  • Practice yoga & check out the raffle at Asheville Community Yoga. I have donated a great goodie basket to Asheville Community Yoga for their November raffle. The basket is valued at over $300 and includes: 
    • 3 acupuncture visits (including a 90 minute initial visit and 2 follow ups)
    • Elderberry immune syrup
    • Tummy tamer syrup
    • Chronic pain liniment
    • Acute pain rub
    • Healing skin salve
    • Bath soak
    • Body scrub
     All products are infused with Chinese herbs and hand crafted by myself. Raffle tickets can be purchased at the front desk of Asheville Community Yoga, one ticket for $5 or five for $20. All proceeds support this nonprofit donation-based yoga center, making yoga accessible to everyone. 

Thank you for making this community what it is. Now, I encourage you to give back to this community in your own way, because as said in the Tao Te Ching, "the heart that gives, gathers". 
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HAPPY AOM DAY!

10/24/2016

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Today is the national Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Day!
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Curious about the benefits of acupuncture? Check out this video below and find out how Chinese medicine can become an integral part of your health care. Acupuncture is safe, effective and free of negative side effects. 

In celebration of AOM Day, if you schedule an appointment this week you will receive $10 off your next visit!
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Offer expires on 10/30/16. Not valid with other offers or prior purchase

Support the Addition of Acupuncture to the NC State Employees Health Plan from NCAAOM on Vimeo.

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Tea Time Tuesday: MINT // BO HE

7/5/2016

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 This summer has been hot. Like, REALLY hot. Fortunately, there is a wonderful Chinese herb that can help cool you down, and it may just be spreading through your garden as we speak. That cool & common Chinese herb is mint (aka Bo He in Chinese). During these toasty summer months I love adding a few mint leaves to my water to help cool me down. 
​ Sipping on Bo He tea is excellent way to cool the head, brighten the eyes, benefit the throat and vent rashes. It is often used for sore throat, cough, headache, red eyes, and during the early stage of a rash. Bo He can also help "cool down" the emotions by regulating the flow of qi in the body thus alleviating irritability or emotional instability. So, if you’re feeling like a cranky "hot head" then sit down, take a deep breath, and sip on some mint tea! 
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(Avoid mint tea if you are a nursing mother with insufficient lactation as it can inhibit lactation). ​
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Tea Time Tuesday: HONEYSUCKLE FLOWER // JIN YIN HUA

6/7/2016

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It's that time again....It's the first Tuesday of the month and for today's #TeaTimeTuesday we are discussing the benefits of the lovely honeysuckle flower (Flos Lonicerae), also known as Jin Yin Hua in Chinese.

Honeysuckle flowers always seem to bring back nostalgic memories of my childhood. When its fragrance wafts through my windows this time of year, a vivid image of playing in the creeks, picking honeysuckles and sucking out the sweet nectar always comes to mind. 

What you may not know is that this invasive species was actually introduced to the US by Chinese immigrants in the mid-1800's. Knowing that it could flourish easily, it was used as a reliable and accessible herbal remedy for symptoms of the common cold.

Today, in Chinese herbalism we still utilize the flower of the honeysuckle plant to clear heat, resolve toxicity, cool the blood and alleviate thirst. Its sweet, cooling and lightweight nature guides it to the upper body, clearing heat from the lungs and stomach.  This tiny flower has been shown to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, which is why it is so commonly used for febrile conditions. It is used to treat the early stages of a fever, sore throat, headache, thirst, perspiration as well as dermatological sores and abscesses. Who would have thought that this fragrant little flower was so powerful!  
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Get Out Mama!

6/6/2016

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Mamas, we value your health here at Nourishing Roots. We understand that caring for yourself often gets put on the back burner when you have a family to raise. But remember, you can't pour from an empty cup. So, we want to help nourish you and keep you happy and healthy. That's why we have teamed up with the local Get Out Mama Village of Asheville! 

Get Out Mama is an Asheville based organization that is all about connecting families to resources that help make 'getting out' much easier. They are essentially a strategically organized diaper bag full of everything you need to get out of the house with (or without) the kiddos. Get Out Mama empowers mothers to kick postpartum depression and embrace their lives as women & mothers by making it easier to connect with other people, businesses & resources in our local community. 

Present your Get Out Mama card to receive one complimentary De-Stress Acupuncture treatment + 10% off acupuncture visits. Guess what's even better?! It is totally FREE to join as a Get Out Mama village member! 

Remember, healthy bodies create happy families. So give yourself the gift of health and contact us to schedule an appointment!
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Community Acupuncture at Biz611

5/19/2016

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I am very excited to begin offering community acupuncture on the first Thursday of each month at Biz611 from 4:00-7:00pm. Treatments are only $30!!

Unlike traditional treatments which take place in a private room, community style acupuncture offers acupuncture treatments in a group setting. To maintain privacy, a brief private intake will be done upon your arrival. Then you can make yourself comfortable in a zero gravity reclining chair in the common room where you will receive your acupuncture treatment. This communal form of care not only allows treatments to be more affordable, but it also allows you to absorb the healing energy from those around you. 

We ask that you wear loose comfortable clothing so that we can access your elbows and knees. Some patients tend fall asleep during their treatment, so feel free to bring ear plugs if you wish. To keep the atmosphere soothing, we ask that you turn your cell phone off and speak quietly. 

Appointments are encouraged to minimize wait time and ensure that you will be seen. Walk-ins are welcome but please understand that without an appointment we will see patients first come, first served.

We look forward to seeing you and be sure to call 828-222-0803 to schedule your appointment!  


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Tea Time Tuesday: DANDELION // PU GONG YING

5/3/2016

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I would like to introduce our first "Tea Time Tuesday" post! The first Tuesday of each month I will introduce a different Chinese herb and discuss the specific properties & health benefits that it offers. Today we have the infamous Dandelion:

Believe it or not, this resilient and dare I say pesky weed is a popular herb in Chinese herbal medicine. Dandelion (known as Pu Gong Ying in Chinese) is so much more than a nuisance  in the lawn. As we see these yellow buds popping up in our yards and growing through sidewalk cracks, I often think of dandelion as the mascot of Spring. Spring time represents growth, transformation and change. Based upon the five elements, the organ associated with spring is the liver. The dandelion is prolific during this time of year, growing anywhere that it can spread its roots. Its bitter nature gives it hepatoprotective properties, so it's a great way to protect & detox the liver. Because of it's antibacterial effects, it also offers a safe way to stimulate and enhance the immune system. As the weather is warming up and pollen is abundant, dandelion can clear heat and address those red itchy eyes that you may be dealing with. It is also has diuretic properties, so it can be used for painful urination or UTI. Although Pu Gong Ying has an array of wonderful properties, don't go overboard with it; large doses can be associated with loose stools or diarrhea. Remember - everything in moderation! 

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RAD Farmers Market Sponsorship!

4/14/2016

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I am super excited to announce that we are now proud sponsors of the River Arts District Farmers Market. The RAD Farmers market will be every Wednesday from 2:00-6:00pm at 175 Clingman Ave (next to All Souls Pizza). The market season begins on Wednesday, May 4th and runs until November 30th. They have a wonderful and unique group of local farmers, producers, artisans, artists and musicians that participate. We will participating in the market on the first Wednesday of June, July, August and September. (Thats June 1st, July 6th, August 3rd, September 7th). We will be offering complimentary "mini" acupuncture treatments and we will also have our herbal infused goodies for sale. So be sure to come and stock up on great quality produce & products, support local farmers and help our community flourish! 

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