How can Acupuncture support Winter Wellness ?
image silviarita Warm drinks in winter
As the Winter sun hangs low in the sky and the whisper of cold winds bring shivers and chills, it is time to turn our attention to protecting and maintaining our health with the quiet strength of Acupuncture. Allow this ancient healing treatment, with it’s focus on balance and harmony, to support your well-being throughout the Winter season.
How can acupuncture support Winter wellness?
Pain Relief: Cold weather can exacerbate chronic pain conditions. Acupuncture alleviates pain naturally by stimulating nerves, muscles, and fascia (connective tissue), helping you to stay mobile and active.
Immune System: Acupuncture can regulate your immune system and improve lymphatic flow, supporting your body as it fights to protect you from colds and winter illnesses.
Energy boost: Winter is naturally a time to rest and restore but if you are feeling lethargic and listless, acupuncture can revitalise and reinvigorate your energy levels.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) A distressing effect of the darker winter months can be SAD. Acupuncture can improve low mood and support you emotionally through the Winter.
image Couleur Stay well at Christmas
Acupuncture for the Festive season
The Festive season may be filled with joy and celebrations for many yet can be a time of mixed emotions or stress for others.
How can acupuncture support you during the Festive season?
Stress and anxiety: Overwhelm in many forms can peak during the festive season. Acupuncture is an effective treatment to regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety and settle heightened emotions, bringing calm amidst the chaos,
Insomnia: Worry and over thinking, hormonal imbalances, excess alcohol and late nights are a few reasons for sleep disturbance. Insomnia is draining for the body and mind. Acupuncture can reset your natural circadian rhythm, helping you to fall asleep and stay asleep, so you feel refreshed for the day ahead.
image jwvein Enjoy company during winter
Self care during Winter
Always wear appropriate clothing for the winter weather, keep your back and neck warm to prevent cold and wind from causing ill health.
Nourishment: Eat warm, slow cooked meals and drink warm herbal or fresh ginger teas to maintain good digestive health
Exercise, take regular, gentle exercise without expending vital energy
Sleep. Align with the slow, inward energy of the season and get plenty of rest and sleep
Friends: maintain contact with others for your mental well-being