Peaks and Points Acupuncture and Integrative Health

Peaks and Points Acupuncture and Integrative Health All things TCM - Acupuncture, Moxibustion, Tui Na, Chinese Dietary Therapy, Western Herbalism
Equine Sports and Rehabilitation Massage Therapist Acupuncturist.

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08/13/2026

Summer heat

It's been another hot week in a particularly hot summer.

Sweaty, snappy, thirsty, chafed– feeling personally victimized by summer right now?

Chinese Medicine has thoughts.

One of the easiest ways to support your body in summer is through cooling foods.

Think: watermelon, cucumber, mint, berries, coconut water, citrus, leafy greens, tofu, light soups, herbs, and actually hydrating before you become a human raisin.

But not in excess (if you have taken my Chinese Dietary Therapy class 😀)

Also: less alcohol, less fried food, less “I survived on iced coffee and vibes.” Or I had “gin and tonic for dinner” (no shame, no blame 😁)

Your body is always adapting to the season it’s in.

Chinese Medicine just helps you work WITH that instead of fighting your way through summer feeling inflamed and miserable.

Also–the clinic is dark and cool.

The perfect internal temperature, mood soothing place to be this summer.

Link in bio book your calm down support system.
Physically and emotionally.

Visit www.peaksandpointsacup.com

08/12/2026

HRT and Perimenopause

I’m a big fan of using ALL the tools in the tool box. Including HRT.

One of the biggest misconceptions about HRT is that once you start estrogen or progesterone, everything is suddenly supposed to feel effortless again. Like–back to normal.

Sometimes it DOES help dramatically. Yeah!

And sometimes your body is still out here doing interpretive dance with your hormones for awhile. Or it’s fine…then not. Again. And again. And again. You know what I’m talking about.

Perimenopause is a transition. It’s a process by which the body is fundamentally UN-predictable. It’s part of the transitional landscape.

Even with HRT onboard, many women are still dealing with:
sleep issues,
irritability,
anxiety,
rage,
brain fog,
hot flashes,
weird periods,
feeling unlike themselves,
or suddenly having the emotional resilience of a toddler who missed nap time.

Chaos.

That does not mean you’re failing hormones. It means your body is adapting.

Chinese Medicine works beautifully alongside HRT because it helps support the BODY navigating the transition:
more regulation,
more resilience,
better sleep,
less inflammation,
better flow.

Less “what fresh hell is this?” energy.

More clarity.

You do not need to grin and bear it (or cuss and cry) your way through this phase of life.

And no, you are not crazy.
Your body is just asking for more
support than “take this pill / patch / pellet and it’ll all be fine again.”

Let's help find clarity in the chaos.

Link in bio if you’re ready to feel more like yourself again or book at:
https://www.peaksandpointsacup.com/perimenopauseandmenopause

“I want to look fresher… but still like myself.”That is probably the most common thing I hear in cosmetic acupuncture co...
08/11/2026

“I want to look fresher… but still like myself.”

That is probably the most common thing I hear in cosmetic acupuncture consultations.

Cosmetic facial acupuncture is more than a facial treatment. It supports circulation, facial tone, collagen production, and overall wellbeing — all in one session.

No frozen look. No harsh procedures. Just a natural approach to helping you look rested, healthy, and radiant.

✨ Free consultations available in Warmington.

Book via the link in bio or at:
https://www.peaksandpointsacup.com/cosmeticfacialacupuncturerejuvenation

08/11/2026

GLP and side effects

GLP-1s can be incredibly helpful tools.
And also?
Your body may need support adjusting to the changes.

Constipation.
Bloating.
Nausea.
Feeling full forever.
Reflux.
Zero appetite until suddenly you’re STARVING.

Chinese Medicine is really good at helping digestion keep moving while your system recalibrates.

The goal is not just weight loss.
The goal is feeling GOOD while your body changes.

More energy.
Less bloating.
Less nausea.
More comfortable digestion.
Actually being able to p**p without lighting a prayer candle first.

That’s important too.

If your weight loss journey has come with digestive side effects nobody prepared you for, acupuncture and Chinese Medicine can help support the process.

Link in bio to get started or visit: https://www.peaksandpointsacup.com/digestionhttps://www.peaksandpointsacup.com/digestion://www.peaksandpointsacup.com/digestion

Last resort“You’re kind of my last resort. I have tried everything else”I hear this ALL the time. Usually after someone ...
08/10/2026

Last resort

“You’re kind of my last resort. I have tried everything else”

I hear this ALL the time.

Usually after someone has: seen five practitioners,
had normal labs and scans,
tried random supplements from the internet,
gone gluten free,
downloaded meditation apps,
spent £400 at Sephora trying to look less exhausted,
and quietly started wondering if maybe this is just their personality now.

One of the things people love most about Chinese Medicine is that it looks at the whole picture instead of isolated symptoms.

Because everything IS connected.

Sometimes patients cry in the first appointment simply because someone is finally connecting the dots in a way that actually makes sense.

Not:
“everything is normal, good luck.”

More:
“ohhhh. THIS is why all of these symptoms keep showing up together.”

That moment matters.

Your body is communicating.
I help listen and make it make sense–to you.

If you’ve tried everything and still don’t feel like yourself, I’d love to help you get to the root of it.

Link in bio to book your appointment or visit www.peaksandpointsacup.com

Finally got everything put away so now I can go forage some more. If you can’t tell, there was some catnip being dried a...
08/08/2026

Finally got everything put away so now I can go forage some more. If you can’t tell, there was some catnip being dried and put away. One of my helpers was totally about that. Some of the other helpers, well, I guess they were taking a break.

08/08/2026

Forging and harvesting herbs I find maybe similar to farming. Always getting ready for the next thing. But totally worth it.

08/07/2026

A lovely day out foraging. The elderberries are really out right now. And dehydrating some to be able to make elderberry syrup later in the winter. Excellent for the immune system when you feel something coming on. I am making a vinegar and a balsamic vinegar. Vinegar is sour and astringent. It’s good in the autumn so I will save some until then. But it’s also good on seasonal salads. It’s good to help move Qi and stagnation. blackberries are both sweet and sour. There are stringent and cooling and help preserve fluids. Their dark color also makes them very good for nourishing blood. Rose hips are very good for the skin and to help with collagen. Rosen general is good for the heart. Basil from the garden is pungent, bitter, and sweet as well as warming. It helps stimulate digestion. Parsley is cooling and bitter, which can help clear stasis and drain dampness. And of course, the peppers, the spicy ones, are bitter and pungent. Not too much because it will add heat to the body, but can help clear stasis. It’s so good about a nature, work with herbs and plants, and use them in our own dietary therapy. How was your Friday?

08/07/2026

What a gorgeous morning to get out for a few hours of foraging. The blackberries are lush, the elderberries are cheerful, and the rose hips are starting to show themselves. So much more to go, but this will do for the morning. It’ll be a busy afternoon.

We hear the words “collagen” and “elastin” all the time in skincare and aesthetic treatments… but what do they actually ...
08/07/2026

We hear the words “collagen” and “elastin” all the time in skincare and aesthetic treatments… but what do they actually do?

🌿 Collagen = your skin’s support system

Think of collagen as the scaffolding that gives your skin structure, firmness, and strength.

When collagen levels gradually decline with age, the skin may begin to look:

less firm

thinner

less supported

more prone to fine lines

✨ Elastin = your skin’s bounce

Elastin is what allows the skin to stretch and spring back into place.

When elastin becomes less resilient, skin may not bounce back as easily and can start to feel less elastic.

So where do microneedling and cosmetic acupuncture fit in?

Microneedling:
- Targets the skin directly
- Encourages collagen renewal
- Helps improve textures, pores, and fine lines
- Short period of redness/downtime

Cosmetic Acupuncture
- Supports the skin and the whole body
- Encourages circulation and collagen support
-Improves tone, puffiness, and tired appearance
- Minimal to no downtime

My philosophy

I don’t believe we need to be afraid of aging.

Aging is a natural process.

What I aim to support is healthier, stronger, more resilient skin—not a frozen or altered version of your face.

And while treatments can be helpful, the biggest influences on collagen and skin quality are often:

Sleep
Stress
Nutrition
Hydration
Hormonal health
Digestion
Lifestyle habits

I offer both

At Peaks & Points Acupuncture & Integrative Health, I offer both microneedling and cosmetic facial acupuncture.

Sometimes one is the better choice.

Sometimes a combination of both creates a beautiful, natural result.

If you’re not sure which approach is right for you, I’m always happy to talk it through during a free consultation.

📍 Warmington | Natural facial rejuvenation with a whole-body perspective 💛
www.peaksandpoints acup.com

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