Monica McLean Acupuncture and Herbs

10/08/2026

9 weeks postpartum and my skin is feeling in need of some love! Follow along on my cosmetic acupuncture journey over the next few months to see what kind of results I can get with needling my face, gua Sha, fave cups and some DIY Chinese medicine serums.

08/07/2026

We all reach for vitamin C, zinc and vitamin D as we head into cold and flu season, but medicinal mushrooms are the immune support I swear by for the whole family. 🍄‍🟫 🦠

More than just immune support, mushrooms act as a tonic for the gut, immune and nervous systems. Rich in beta-glucans and prebiotic compounds, they help train and modulate the immune response while supporting a diverse and resilient microbiome.

The result? Better overall health, improved immune resilience, and a more intelligent immune system that responds appropriately when challenges arise.

🍄 Prebiotic support – Medicinal mushrooms provide compounds that nourish beneficial gut bacteria, helping to support a healthy and diverse microbiome.

🍄 Immune modulation – Rich in beta-glucans and other polysaccharides, they help regulate immune function, supporting a balanced and appropriate immune response.

🍄 Gut-immune connection – With much of the immune system residing in and around the gut, supporting gut health can have far-reaching effects on immune resilience.

🍄 TCM perspective – Many medicinal mushrooms are traditionally used to strengthen the Spleen, Lungs, and Wei Qi (defensive Qi), helping the body adapt to stress and maintain resistance to illness.

Mushrooms can be taken as powder, raw herbs, capsules or tinctures.

13/06/2026

10/06/2026

✨ Three postpartum herbal remedies deserving of a happy dance ✨
Chinese herbs work synergistically to improve organ function and promote balance without pushing the system too much. These remedies are gentle but effective for supporting mom’s digestion, immunity and resources after birth, helping her system heal, hold and nourish her baby.

Gui Pi Tang (归脾汤)
Often used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support energy, blood nourishment, and emotional wellbeing after birth.

Eucomia Honey Pearls (杜仲蜜丸)
Made from Du Zhong (Eucommia bark), a treasured herb traditionally used to support the lower back, pelvic area, and recovery after childbirth. Think of it as a gentle ally for rebuilding strength from the inside out.

Red Date, Liquorice & Cinnamon Tea
A simple warming brew featuring:
• Red Dates (大枣 / Da Zao) – traditionally used to nourish blood and support digestion.
• Liquorice Root (甘草 / Gan Cao) – known for harmonising herbal formulas and supporting overall vitality.
• Cinnamon Twig (桂枝 / Gui Zhi) – a warming herb traditionally used to encourage circulation and warmth.

💃🏻 ✨

29/05/2026

Is it hunger, pms, fatigue, poor sleep, tension headache, brain fog, muscle weakness, forgetfulness, sugar carvings…. Or just dehydration?

How, when and what we eat and drink make a big difference on our hydration down to a cellular level.

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