The Art of Chinese Medicine: It’s So Much More Than Just Acupuncture Points and Needles
Nickila Robertsson Nickila Robertsson

The Art of Chinese Medicine: It’s So Much More Than Just Acupuncture Points and Needles

Acupuncture is so much more than needles and points…it’s a type of art. Every treatment is shaped by the person who walks through the door, the practitioner who meets them and the subtle interaction between the two. In this reflection on the art of Chinese medicine, I explore how Qi, observation, interpretation and even my years studying classical piano have influenced the way I think about this fascinating medicine and why no two treatments can ever truly be the same.

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Summer Heat, Hormones and Women’s Energy: A TCM Perspective
Nickila Robertsson Nickila Robertsson

Summer Heat, Hormones and Women’s Energy: A TCM Perspective

Summer can feel uplifting, but for many women it can also leave the body feeling tired, hot, restless or out of balance. From a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, warmer weather, longer days and disrupted routines can affect sleep, digestion, energy and hormonal wellbeing. Here’s how acupuncture and gentle seasonal support may help.

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GLP-1 Jabs, Weight Loss and Your Body — A Chinese Medicine Perspective
Nickila Robertsson Nickila Robertsson

GLP-1 Jabs, Weight Loss and Your Body — A Chinese Medicine Perspective

GLP-1 jabs like Ozempic and Wegovy are everywhere right now, but what are they actually doing to your body? In Traditional Chinese medicine, weight gain is often a sign that the Spleen and Stomach are not functioning as they should. These medications suppress those organs further rather than restoring them, which is why so many people regain weight when they stop. This post explores the TCM perspective on GLP-1 medications — including their effects on digestion, Blood, bone density and Kidney Jing — and how acupuncture can help rebuild the body from the root, whether you are currently on these jabs or coming off them.

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