Wellness Blog
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 […]
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or like your stress has a physical grip on your body—tight shoulders, digestive issues, restless sleep—you’re experiencing what Chinese Medicine has understood for centuries: emotional stress doesn’t just live in your mind, it affects your entire system. As we move deeper into fall with shorter daylight hours, the return […]
“I can feel it in my knees when rain is coming.” “My back always flares up when the temperature drops.” If you’ve ever said something like this, you’re not imagining things—and you’re definitely not alone. As we transition into fall with its fluctuating temperatures, increased humidity, and dropping barometric pressure, many people experience a noticeable […]
Let’s Look at Oatmeal When a food item is stuck to a certain recipe or meal period it’s always fun to find ways of broadening it’s use to move into other areas. Think of zucchini or carrot bread, pineapple on pizza, savory baked goods like basil cheesecake or maple bacon donuts….or even pickle pizza…. Oatmeal […]
Feeling the Fall? Learn How to Find Your Rhythm with the Season Change. As September arrives, the long bright days of summer give way to crisp mornings and earlier sunsets. Many of us feel a natural pull to return to routine — cooking more at home, getting to bed earlier, and craving warm comfort foods. […]