Acupuncture with Dixie

20/05/2026

How does a tiny needle create a massive, full-body shift?

National Geographic’s latest coverage dives deep into the neurological and immunological pathways activated by acupuncture, moving the conversation from "alternative therapy" to hard science. The clinical proof is growing, too. A pioneering double-blind RCT led by Prof. Judith Schlaeger at the University of Illinois Chicago demonstrated that real acupuncture manages pain for an impressive 12 weeks, compared to only 4 weeks for the control group. We are witnessing a major evolution in validated healthcare.

Read full article here: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/health/article/acupuncture-evidence-pain-management?fbclid=IwY2xjawR5_whleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEefbBCMvae7hhtRpXNNbnNqBxNAUEdXXZyHL9bwf5bu7QtXYEjFC3rUctQRgs_aem_YWdncwAgh4atgMDek10aLqYO_SEI&brid=YWdncwEioboJ84-Y5vLzsVI1A2Ci

Your body has a built-in painkiller system. Acupuncture may switch it on.

16/04/2026

I couldn’t pass up this vibrant abundance at the market today.. all of these for just 25 pesos! I'm from La Union, by the way.

When the Earth is this generous, the best way to honor the harvest is to preserve it. These are now sun-drying to lock in that fiery Yang energy for the months ahead.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, chili peppers (La Jiao) are much more than a culinary kick. They are pungent and hot, specifically entering the Spleen and Stomach meridians.

Their primary "superpower" is their ability to:
• Dispel Cold & Dampness: Perfect for those with a "Cold" constitution or during damp, rainy seasons.
• Warm the Middle Jiao: They help kickstart a sluggish digestive fire.
• Move the Qi: Their acrid nature helps break up stagnation and get the body’s energy flowing.

As with any potent herb, balance is key. Because chilies are intensely heating, they can easily consume Yin and fluids. I recommend avoiding or limiting them if you are experiencing:
• Excess Heat: (e.g., mouth sores, night sweats, or a very red tongue).
• Stomach Fire: (e.g., acid reflux or Gastritis).
• Skin Inflammation: Chronic heat can sometimes manifest as "Damp-Heat" on the skin.

07/01/2026

Ang mga Kamangha-manghang Benepisyo ng Katuray sa Kalusugan

Ang Katuray (Sesbania grandiflora) ay hindi lamang isang simpleng palamuti sa hardin o sangkap sa pinakbet; ito ay itinuturing na "superfood" dahil sa dami ng sustansyang taglay nito. Narito ang mga dahilan kung bakit dapat itong isama sa iyong diyeta:

1. Mayaman sa Nutrisyon
Ang mga bulaklak at dahon nito ay siksik sa Bitamina C, Beta-carotene, at Calcium. Ang mga elementong ito ay nagsisilbing katulong ng ating immune system, nagpapalinaw ng paningin, at nagpapatibay sa istruktura ng ating mga buto.

2. Likas na Panlaban sa Pamamaga at Anti-Oxidant din
Taglay ng katuray ang mga antioxidant at anti-inflammatory properties na mabisang lumalaban sa free radicals. Nakakatulong ito upang iwasan ang pinsala sa mga selula at bawasan ang pamamaga sa loob ng katawan.

3. Kaagapay sa Kalusugan ng Puso
Kilala ang katuray sa kakayahan nitong magpa-relaks ng mga daluyan ng dugo. Dahil dito, nakakatulong ito sa pagpapanatili ng normal na antas ng presyon ng dugo (blood pressure) at pag-iwas sa mga sakit sa puso.

4. Tagapaglinis ng Atay (Detoxification)
Nagsisilbing natural na detoxifier ang katuray. Tinutulungan nito ang atay na magsala at maglabas ng mga mapaminsalang toxins, na nagreresulta sa mas masiglang pangangatawan.

5. Maayos na Digestion at Panunaw
Dahil sa mataas na fiber content nito, ang katuray ay mabisang lunas sa constipation. Pinabibilis nito ang metabolismo at tinitiyak na regular at maayos ang pagdumi.

6. Sikreto sa Kabataan at Kagandahan
Hindi lamang panloob ang tulong ng katuray; ang mataas na antas ng Bitamina C nito ay nagpapasigla ng collagen para sa mas makinis na balat at mas matibay at makintab na buhok.

Paalala: Upang makuha ang pinakamataas na sustansya, iwasang lutuin nang sobrang tagal (overcooked) ang mga bulaklak ng katuray.

06/01/2026

Shen Men

A "Master Point" for Holistic Wellness

👂 What is it?
Known as the "Heavenly Gate," the Shen Men point is one of the most powerful points in auricular (ear) therapy. It is widely used to balance the body and mind, helping to regulate internal energy and harmony.

👂 Where to find it:
You can locate the Shen Men point in the upper third of the triangular fossa (the small, triangular-shaped depression at the top of your ear), directly above the ear canal.

👂 Benefits of Shen Men stimulation:
• Mental Calm: Rapidly relieves stress, anxiety, and feelings of depression.
• Restorative Sleep: Strengthens the nervous system to help eliminate insomnia.
• Pain Relief: Known to help soothe tension headaches and migraines.
• Immune Support: Aids the body in managing inflammatory responses and allergies.

👂 How to perform the massage:
1. Use your index finger or a clean cotton swab to find the point in the triangular dimple.
2. Apply firm but gentle pressure, massaging in small circular motions.
3. Breathe deeply and continue for at least one minute.
4. Repeat this twice a day to experience its full calming effects!