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Just in time for the holidays, The Old Fashioned mocktail! I find that using balsamic vinegar in mocktails gives me that “bite” that I enjoy in alcoholic drinks while avoiding the overly sweet taste of sodas. Balsamic vinegar can be good for you due to its antioxidant properties, which can support heart health by lowering […]
I have struggled to find the joy in this busy season. For years, I did too much—the decorated house, the perfectly chosen gifts, the good food, all while trying to create a warm and beautiful experience for the people I love. It was exhausting. And the funny thing? That wasn’t what was important. What mattered […]
New Year, New Benefits? Check your Insurance for Important Changes: For many people, the upcoming new year signals new or renewing health insurance plans. We encourage everyone to review their plan documents or contact their plan administrator to determine whether your plan covers acupuncture. UCare Update: On Nov. 17, 2025, Medica and UCare announced a […]
How does sticking a needle in my foot help my headache? It seems magical—and yet, acupuncture has been relieving pain and treating illness for thousands of years. So, what’s really happening? The answer has two parts: the traditional Chinese medicine explanation that has guided practice for millennia, and the modern scientific research that’s revealing the […]
The weather is cool and crisp, the sun is setting earlier, and all of a sudden, you start to notice a dry tickle in your throat. You know, that annoying cough that can show up this time of year? In Chinese medicine we consider this ‘Lung Dryness’ or ‘Autumn Dryness’, and it makes perfect sense—fall […]
November 10th – 23rd is Patient Appreciation at Selby Acupuncture We have been in practice since 2007, so it’s our 18th year! To celebrate our clinic wants to show our gratitude to you. Being able to help, support, and witness your healing is the greatest honor. It is the reason we all do the work […]
I have a confession: I love candy. Like, really love it. I’ve learned to limit how much I keep around the house because once it’s within arm’s reach, I seem to lose all self-control. But here’s the thing—that sensible rule completely flies out the window during the holidays, starting with Halloween. I used to have […]
We have a unique chance, right now, to shift out of our ruts, ruminations and patterns, that may have once been helpful but are now a heavy weight. Let them go to make way for the new year and the new cycle. I’ll give you a few super simple ideas of how to do this. […]
Moving with the Seasons: Your Fall Wellness Guide Join Us: Kitchen Medicine for Colds & Coughs November 6th at Mississippi Market Before we dive into our seasonal update, we’re excited to invite you to a special hands-on class with Dr. Julie McCormick and Mississippi Market! Learn how to use everyday kitchen ingredients and simple herbal […]
Fall is here, and you know what that means—it’s time to stock up on our Herbal Chicken Soup mix! If you’ve been in the clinic lately, you’ve probably spotted these packets near the front desk. This isn’t your average soup base. It’s a carefully crafted blend of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs that transforms ordinary chicken […]