Healthy Ageing

LOW ENERGY | POOR RECOVERY | ACHES AND PAINS | FEELING "NOT QUITE YOURSELF?"

Yes, Acupuncture can look at your ageing body

I'm writing about these together for one reason: Most people don't wake up one morning and suddenly feel old. It's usually much more subtle than that. You notice you're taking longer to recover after exercise. Your energy isn't quite what it used to be. Sleep doesn't leave you feeling refreshed. The aches and pains linger longer than they once did. Perhaps you're doing all the things you've always done, but your body simply isn't responding the way it used to...

Spring Hayfever

Managing seasonal allergies is a hassle for those experiencing symptoms. While there is no cure for allergies, the World Health Organisation lists Acupuncture as an effective way to manage and control symptoms. Acupuncture can help improve the immune system, reduce the symptoms associated with allergies, and improve other deficiencies or imbalances that affect how our bodies deal with foreign substances or allergens.

AcupunctureYin StudioAugust 25, 2026hayfever, Spring allergies

The Role of Digestion

TCM’s perspective on digestion transcends the mere mechanics of breaking down food; it delves into the energetic currents that weave through our bodies. The stomach, a Yang organ, ignites the digestive flame, while the spleen, a Yin organ, orchestrates the transformative and nourishing dance of nutrients.

Is it a Cold?

Winter time brings with it colds, flu and various viruses. There are also lots of flowering natives at this time in Brisbane that can cause allergic reactions.

So how do we know if it’s just allergies or you’ve got a cold, flu, or something else?