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Winter is coming, rock stars! In Chinese medicine, Winter is known as Kidney time ❄️

Do you want to better support your patients dealing with Kidney pattern imbalances? One of the most powerful (and often overlooked) tools in your TCM toolkit is nutrition. 

In this episode, we’re talking all things Kidney. From food therapy to seasonal alignment, so you can help your patients build deeper, long-lasting vitality. 

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• TCM nutrition strategies for the four most common Kidney patterns
• How to align your diet and lifestyle with Winter energy and its transitions
• Food recommendations to tonify, warm, and nourish Kidney Qi, Yin, and Yang
• My personal experience with low Kidney Essence—and what I’m doing about it

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What if faster healing isn’t about more force—but better rhythm?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gurudatta, a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist and friend from Bangalore, India. 

We discuss how culture shapes healing, discipline, and patient outcomes. We talk about the powerful intersection of acupuncture, yoga, and meditation, and why Indian practitioners may see faster results than their North American counterparts.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How naturopathic medicine and acupuncture differ between India and North America
• The concept of Panchakosha (the 5 layers of human existence in Yoga) and how to work with them to find homeostasis
• How Indian culture’s approach to patient compliance impacts results
• Why treatment frequency and consistency in India might just be the secret behind faster healing

🎧 This episode is a must-listen if you’re curious about global approaches to TCM, cultural discipline, and the deeper connection between mind, body, and energy.

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Today, we’re exploring a vital channel in Chinese medicine: the Kidney Meridian.

With 27 points that rule over vitality, aging, fertility, and overall constitutional strength, understanding the Kidney channel is key for every acupuncture student and practitioner.

Together, we’ll review each point’s location, function, and clinical use—plus how this meridian anchors Yin, stores Essence, and supports the body’s deepest reserves of energy. Think of this as your go-to Kidney meridian review—clear, grounded, and packed with clinical pearls.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why the Kidney channel is most active between 5–7 pm and how that connects to rest, regeneration, and longevity
• The Kidney pathway: starting beneath the small toe, flowing up the inner leg and abdomen, and connecting to the Bladder, Liver, Lung, and Heart
• Key acupuncture points like KD 1 for grounding, KD 3 for vitality, KD 6 for Yin nourishment, and KD 10 for balance of Water element energy
• How the Kidney meridian influences aging, fertility, bone health, hormonal balance, and emotional resilience

🎧 Whether you’re reviewing for exams or refining your clinical depth, this episode will make the Kidney meridian unforgettable.

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What if the answer to years of digestive issues wasn’t another prescription, but a 900-year-old herbal formula—and a better way to understand your body?
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Alex Heyne, herbalist, author, and YouTuber known for his educational content on Traditional Chinese Medicine. We talk about how his personal health struggles led him to TCM, why Chinese herbs remain unmatched for chronic conditions, and how small daily choices can make a huge difference for your patients’ health.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Dr. Heyne’s powerful health journey that led him to his life’s calling in Chinese medicine
• Everything you need to know about Chinese herbs and their role in internal medicine
• Why you might want to ditch smoothies and cold breakfasts for better digestion
• Dr. Heyne’s best advice for new practitioners who doubt themselves but want to succeed

🎧 This episode is packed with inspiration, practical wisdom, and reminders of why we fell in love with Chinese medicine in the first place.

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Let’s talk about a condition we see all the time in clinic — Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
From wrist pain and numbness to tingling and weakness, this common condition can be frustrating for patients and practitioners alike. But with the right TCM approach, it’s incredibly treatable.

In this episode, I share my go-to TCM and acupuncture roadmap for treating carpal tunnel, blending channel logic, pattern diagnosis, and simple self-care strategies patients can use at home. You’ll also hear an inspiring story of a case that avoided surgery through acupuncture alone!

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The key TCM patterns and wrist channels involved in carpal tunnel syndrome
• Effective acupuncture methods using Balance Method pairings, local points, and auricular support
• How to combine cupping, moxa, herbs, and supplements for lasting relief
• Easy patient tips—like ergonomic setup, stretching, and nightly self-massage to prevent recurrence

🎧 Tune in to learn how to relieve wrist pain, restore function, and empower your patients with integrative tools that truly work.

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What if everything we’ve been told about postpartum recovery in Western culture is fundamentally flawed?

After facing her own health struggles postpartum after her first pregnancy, Emily Montague leaned into her background of living in Hong Kong and her fluency in both Mandarin and Cantonese. 

She fully immersed herself in the transformative wisdom of “The Sitting Month”—a traditional Chinese approach to postpartum care that prioritizes rest, nourishment, and long-term healing. Now, after having 5 children herself(!) Emily is helping mothers everywhere reclaim this powerful practice.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The ancient practice of “The Sitting Month” and why dedicated rest transforms postpartum recovery
• Key dietary principles and warming foods that rebuild blood and support healing
• The contrast between Western “bounce back” culture and Eastern approaches to maternal care
• How acupuncture and community support play vital roles in long-term wellbeing

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In this episode, we’re connecting the dots between Frozen Shoulder and Menopause.

Both are incredibly common—especially in women around their 40s and 50s—and TCM offers powerful tools to support recovery and balance.

I’ll walk you through the TCM perspective on frozen shoulder, exploring patterns like Qi and Blood stagnation, Kidney and Liver Blood deficiencies, and how these connect to hormonal shifts and the decline of estrogen from a Western medical lens.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• The TCM patterns behind frozen shoulder and how they link to menopause  
• Key acupuncture points and techniques that target both local and systemic causes 
• How to combine treatments for faster, more lasting results
• Lifestyle tips to support healing between sessions

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Today, we’re exploring the Large Intestine Meridian—an essential channel in Chinese medicine with 20 acupuncture points that treat everything from constipation and diarrhea to toothaches, skin issues, and even emotional stagnation. 

Whether you’re a student or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will give you a clear, practical review of the Large Intestine channel—its pathway, point functions, and clinical applications. 

Here’s what you’ll learn: 

• Why the Large Intestine channel is most active between 5–7 am and how it supports detox and elimination
• The pathway: starting at LI 1 on the index finger and ending at LI 20 beside the nose—explaining its link to digestion, immunity, and the face
• Key Large Intestine points like LI 4 (Master point for pain & immunity), LI 11 (clears heat & regulates blood), and LI 20 (opens nasal passages)
• How this meridian connects digestion, skin health, and emotional balance—making it one of your most versatile clinical tools

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Do your patients complain of dizziness, fatigue, poor memory, or insomnia?
In Chinese medicine, these are all signs that may point to Blood Deficiency—one of the most common patterns we see in clinic.

In this episode, I break down everything you need to know about Blood Deficiency: its symptoms, causes, and how to treat it effectively with acupuncture, herbs, and food therapy. Plus, I share a powerful point hack at the end that supercharges your treatments for blood-related conditions.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The essential functions of Blood in TCM and how deficiency shows up in patients
• The most common causes of Blood Deficiency (and what makes it worse over time)
• Acupuncture points, herbal formulas, and food therapy that rebuild and nourish Blood
• A powerful point hack + case story to help you get better results in clinic

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Today, we’re exploring one of my favourite (and most overlooked) and key parts of practice: marketing. It’s just as important as your diagnosis skills—and yet, it’s something we’re rarely taught in school.

I teamed up with acupuncture marketing expert Michelle Grasek to share strategies on building a thriving practice without feeling overwhelmed by the business side of acupuncture. 

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to market your practice without “selling”—through genuine connection and community
• The foundations of effective marketing: clear messaging, consistency, and patient follow-up
• Why your website should instantly answer: Who are you, what do you treat, and how much does it cost?
• Smart visibility strategies—online and offline—that actually bring patients through your door

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