As the longest day and shortest night of the year, Summer Solstice, also known as Xiàzhì, is significant across cultures and throughout history. It symbolises the transition from spring to summer, marking the arrival of a season filled with...
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Today (June 7th) is Mángzhòng 芒种, also known as 'Grain In Ear'. Mángzhòng is the ninth solar term, which occurs annually c. June 7th. It signifies the period when crops, especially grain crops like wheat and barley, enter the...
On October 8th, we entered the period of Hánlù, also known as 'Cold Dew'. Hánlù is the 17th solar term, which occurs annually around October 8th and marks a pivotal moment in the transition from the vibrant hues of...
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is the UK body responsible for evaluating which treatments are safe, effective, and cost-efficient for use within the NHS—including acupuncture.
We’re very excited to share that Acupuncture South Downs, our brand-new sister clinic is now open in Liphook, Hampshire GU30.
The universe moves in cycles of balance and transformation, reflected in the Four Directions and the Four Phases. These cycles represent the natural flow of energy within both the human body and the wider natural world.
On December 21st, we entered the period of Dōngzhì 冬至, also known as 'Winter Solstice'. Dōngzhì is the 21st solar term, which occurs annually around December 21st and symbolises the zenith of Yin energy as daylight reaches its minimum...
In normal circumstances, the ileocecal valve is closed most of the time, opens briefly to let the contents of the small intestine move into the large intestine and then closes again quickly to prevent any materials in the large...
On August 7th, we entered the period of Liqiu 立秋, also known as the 'Beginning of Autumn'. Liqiu is the thirteenth solar term and the first node of autumn. It occurs annually on August 7th and marks a polarity change from yang to yin.
While acupuncture has gained popularity and recognition worldwide, it still often encounters scepticism within the framework of Western medicine (WM) research models. This disparity arises due to several factors that challenge the conventional scientific approach.