Now is an ideal time to have acupuncture to help you have a vibrant and healthy Spring
Julie Kelham – Acupuncture
Wednesdays 1.30pm – 5.30pm
Thursdays 4.00pm – 7.00pm
Saturdays 9.00am – 1.00pm
Over the last month or so the season has been in a transitional period from Winter (Water element), into Spring (Wood element).
Spring is finally surging forward, flowers are beginning to bloom and the birds are singing. Nature shows us that there is a sense of growth, hope and possibility.
At the core of Chinese Medicine is the principle that nature is governed by Yin/Yang and the five elements, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.
Spring is associated with the Wood element, which governs the energetic systems of the Liver (Yin) and Gall Bladder (Yang).
Now is the perfect time to book in for acupuncture to strengthen and support your Wood energy and ongoing wellbeing.
Understanding Wood Element
The Liver supplies Blood to nourish the ligaments and tendons and works in partnership with the Yang energy of the Gall Bladder. It provides Blood for menstruation.
The harmonising action of the Liver supports the nervous system ensuring the smooth flow of chemical messages and regulating changes in hormone levels.
Someone with a healthy Wood energy will have spark, an interest in life, have a vision and feel able to plan and make decisions. People with depleted or blocked Wood energy may struggle with these areas in life or over-plan and be over-organised, or disorganised.
Symptoms of Imbalance in Wood Element
Depletion or excess of the Wood element can manifest physically in different ways such as:
- abdominal pain, cramping, or Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- migraines
- dry or blurred eyes
- irritability
- frustration
- resentment
- depression, feeling ’stuck’ in life, fatigue
- Pre-Menstrual Tension
- painful periods or scanty or absent menstruation
- tension, pain, numbness or weakness in tendons or ligaments
- postural dizziness.
Strengthen and Rejuvenate
Spring is a great time to balance your Liver and Gall Bladder energy.
In balance, the Wood element gives us a vision of our potential, our ability to plan, make decisions, initiate change and growth, as well as the determination to progress with these changes.
Other Ways to Support Your Wood Energy
- Lime, lemon juice or cider vinegar in warm water is particular cleansing for the Liver. The sour taste is used to move and cleanse the Liver. Lime juice can also assist the Gall Bladder in the breakdown of fats.
- Green foods correspond to the colour of the Wood element so lots of green leafy vegetables will support your Liver Blood.
- Olive oil, lemon juice and cayenne pepper can be made as a salad dressing which gently stimulates the Liver Qi.
- Take some moderate daily exercise with something you enjoy. Doing this will not only move your Liver Qi but will also support your Fire element. 20 mins brisk walking a day is enough to move your Liver Qi.
- Having a lie down when possible for half an hour between 1.00pm and 3.00pm (the time of the day when the Liver energy is at its lowest) will support the Liver Blood.
- Nettle Tea is a lovely combination of Blood nourishing qualities and cleansing properties.
To balance your Wood energy for a healthy Spring, book in with Julie Kelham for acupuncture.