Tonya Coutts Wirth RAc. Dip TCM

05/29/2026

I have been quite occupied with tidying the refrigerator and preparing various meals. My kitchen is rather well-equipped, which generally makes utilizing leftovers quite simple, but I would like to learn about your preferred methods for leftovers and meal prep in general. 🍳🍽️

Considering the pleasant weather, I have prepared some quick meal options, including enough to freeze for future lunches. These dishes include egg, pea, and cheese patties, which serve as a meatless and economical breakfast choice, pork fried rice intended for the freezer, and a Hawaiian pasta salad to complement this evening's dinner. ☀️🍜🥗

When working with leftovers, I always prioritize incorporating additional vegetables, herbs, and spices to enhance the flavor and encourage microbial diversity. 🥕🌿🌶️

Do you have any tips or tricks you use? I am especially interested in any advice you might have regarding strategies for selective eaters. 🤔💡👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

05/25/2026

I think everyday is the perfect day to use the established practice of fire cupping, a traditional therapeutic modality designed to enhance blood circulation.🔥🩸

This method involves applying a cup to the skin's surface, using a flame to create a vacuum. This draws fresh, oxygenated blood and essential nutrients to targeted areas, while also helping to stimulate the elimination of metabolic waste. 🔥🩸

This technique is widely recognized for its extensive benefits, which include pain relief, accelerated muscle recovery, improved circulation, reduced inflammation, and stress reduction. Furthermore, many individuals attest to its efficacy in addressing congestion!🩸🔥

The distinctive purple or red marks are the result of stimulating blood flow and augmenting localized circulation. This is the process needed to expell unwanted metabolic byproducts.🔥🩸

Included in your acupuncture treatment when its needed! ☀️

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05/18/2026

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Legs Up the Wall is a simple yoga pose that stretches the legs and hips. It is often used as a resting pose and can relieve stress and anxiety.

05/14/2026

Fiber is trending, and I'm here for it! In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Spleen Qi Deficiency indicates poor digestive function, leading to fatigue, bloating, loose stools, and weight issues. 💪🌿

Irregular eating habits, cold/raw foods, and stress can hinder the Spleen's/Digestive system's ability to convert food into vital energy.

To manage this, focus on warm, cooked, nutrient-rich foods like soups, stews, and root vegetables to boost digestive strength.

Prioritize cooked, warm, and fibrous foods like whole grains, legumes, and root vegetables for a happy digestive system! 🍠🍚😋

Gradually increasing fiber intake is key to rebuilding your gut microbiome and avoiding discomfort. ✨

Traditional Chinese Medicine frequently emphasizes the ease of digestion more than the total amount of fiber. Consider acupuncture to assist in regulating your digestive system and alleviating stress.

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05/14/2026

Long weekend vibes! ☀️ I know it's a holiday, BUT I still have available appointments on Monday at Centerpoint Chiropractic.

Book yours at Centerpoint.janeapp.com or call 403-901-6088. Some appointments are also open at both clinics for next week!

This weekend, I'm diving into my TBR pile 📚, hitting the bike trails 🚴‍♀️, and spending quality time with family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.

Despite the... unpredictable weather, I hope you all get some well-deserved rest, recovery, and fun in! 😊



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04/30/2026

Walking is a fantastic way to boost your overall health, from reducing disease risks to improving mental well-being and sleep quality! 🚶‍♀️🌿 In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it's seen as a daily tonic that gently moves energy and blood, promoting longevity and balance. ☯️🚶‍♀️ .

Here are some significant benefits of walking, as understood through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine:

Walking after eating helps your digestion (Spleen/Stomach): A 10-20 minute walk after a meal is great for keeping food moving, helping you digest, and cutting down on bloating. 🚶‍♀️🍎

It gets your Qi and Blood flowing: A good walk gets rid of stuck energy, which can help with tension, grumpiness and sluggishness. 🌬️🩸

It boosts your immune system (Wei Qi): Walking outside, especially in nature, helps build up your body's protective energy (Wei Qi) to fight off illness. 🌳🛡️

It builds up your Yang Energy: Being outside in different weather (hot/cold) creates a good kind of stress called "hormesis" that boosts immune-enhancing proteins and lowers inflammation. ☀️❄️

It reduces physical and mental stress: Unlike super intense exercise that can wear you out, walking is considered sustainable, calming, and grounding activity that helps with anxiety. 🧘‍♀️😌

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04/30/2026

Unlocking the secrets of the nervous system through Traditional Chinese Medicine! 🧠✨

Historically, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) focuses on the well-being of the Shen by emphasizing the harmonization of energy, strengthening internal organs system connections and alleviating mental "heat" to promote spiritual stability. ☯️🌿

The Heart and Shen (Spirit) connection reveals how a nourished heart leads to a tranquil mind and strong intuition. Meanwhile, the Gut-Brain connection (Spleen and Somach System) highlights the digestive system's role in clear thinking and "gut feelings." 💖🧠

This phenomenon is now formally recognized as the fight, flight, freeze and fawn responses. 🔥

With the application of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) modalities, such as acupuncture, it is possible to alleviate chronic, low-level fight-or-flight responses, facilitating the body's transition into a "rest and digest" (parasympathetic) state. 🧘‍♀️🌸

This transition, in turn, promotes improved mental clarity, emotional stability, and sleep-related issues! 😴🌟

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04/29/2026

Acupuncture can be quite beneficial for digestive disturbances, discomfort, and irregularity. This is because it assists in regulating the nervous system and improving physiological function. ✅️

And.. to further enhance the advantages of your treatments, we will discuss certain nutritional principles during your sessions that you can incorporate into your routine.✅️

Start today...Mindful eating practices can assist in developing an understanding of your body's rhythms, and cultivating the ability to listen to your intuition is a highly valuable skill. I recommend beginning by observing your feelings both during and after your meals.✅️

Paying attention to your body's signals is incredibly beneficial! Strive to understand what your internal system is communicating. This also offers an opportunity to practice mindfulness, which in turn allows for a more thoughtful interpretation of nutrition. If you need help sorting through the signals and information, I am happy to help! ✅️😊

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04/15/2026

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), spring is all about your Liver and the Wood element. 🌳🪵 Keeping your Liver Qi (energy) flowing smoothly is super important right now. 🌸

When your Liver Qi gets stuck, usually from stress, not enough exercise, or eating heavy winter foods, you might feel tired, cranky, and sluggish. 😩😴

To avoid that stagnation, which can show up as irritability, stress, and tense muscles, TCM suggests gentle exercise, eating lots of green foods, and doing things to calm your nervous system. 🧘‍♀️🥬

Acupuncture is a well-known TCM treatment that's great for boosting energy, fighting fatigue, and balancing your nervous system. 🌟💆‍♀️

You can book appointments here:

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04/12/2026

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We appreciate being part of your health and wellness journey.❤️ The Langdon & District Chamber of Commerce Langdon Chiropractic