Ginger and Mint Acupuncture and Herb Clinic

07/15/2026

Rest easy, Doc!

Though I was never fortunate enough to have him as my doctor, I did have a unique opportunity to learn from him while I attained my doctorate. He was incredibly kind, patient, intelligent, and full of stories. The impact he's had on me, my patients, and the community is immeasurable, and he will be greatly missed!

Muncie lost a legend, doctor, musician, father, Ayurveda healer and community steward. Our hearts are deeply saddened as we send love and light to Dr. John Peterson’s family. We are holding Vicki, Anna, Erica and all of his family, friends and loved ones in our hearts…💔😢🎶

06/21/2026

🎉💜 Happy Juneteenth!

"No one of us can be free until everybody is free." Maya Angelou

06/05/2026

Since it's been in the news a lot lately, here's a great look!

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Acupuncturists already treat myofascial pain — here's the education roadmap to become a dry needling expert.

06/03/2026

🌈 happy pride month!

05/27/2026

🦵 Been told your hips are out of alignment? Having trouble keeping them back in? This is a common condition with pelvic floor dysfunction, back pain, and simply just living.

💪Our muscles get tight, pull to one side, and stay because we're creatures of habit and muscle memory takes over.

🧞‍♀️ While straightforward, this can be challenging to treat. Fortunately acupuncture is highly effective at helping correct this. If you've been a victim of living, reach out and see what acupuncture can do for you!

05/27/2026

The generation that grew up Googling their symptoms and getting 7-minute doctor appointments is now turning to 3,000-year-old medicine. Can't say I'm completely surprised.

A new study shows Gen Z is flocking to traditional Chinese medicine at a rate that's catching the healthcare industry off guard. Acupuncture. Herbal remedies. Cupping. Practices that Western medicine spent decades dismissing are now the fastest growing healthcare choice among adults under 30.

And the reason isn't mysticism. It's disappointment.

Only 37% of Gen Z adults say they trust the US healthcare system. That number has dropped consistently every year since 2020. They watched the pandemic response unfold in real time.

They've experienced firsthand what a $400 copay and an 8-minute appointment actually feels like. They've been handed prescriptions for symptoms that were never actually investigated.

Traditional Chinese medicine offers something the average American clinic stopped offering a long time ago.

Time. Conversation. A practitioner who asks what's going on in your life, not just your bloodwork.

Now here's the financial angle nobody's talking about.

The average acupuncture session runs $75 to $125 out of pocket. Most insurance doesn't cover it. For a generation already carrying student debt, elevated rent, and $4 gas, adding an out-of-pocket healthcare alternative is a real budget decision.

But so is a $6,000 deductible that makes them avoid the doctor entirely.

The US healthcare system isn't losing Gen Z to Chinese medicine because Chinese medicine is winning. It's losing them because the system stopped making them feel like patients and started making them feel like transactions.

That's a trust problem. And trust is very hard to buy back.

05/22/2026

❤️‍🩹 Pelvic pain and dysfunction is often just the symptom of an underlying problem. It can take several months to years to get a proper diagnosis and 3-5 years if an autoimmune condition is involved.

👀 Fortunately, traditional Chinese medicine is much quicker at coming up with a TCM diagnosis and getting faster results.

🙋‍♀️ If you're interested in learning more, shoot me a dm, comment below, or schedule a consult through our website (link in bio). If you've exhausted your options, aren't being listened to, or just want to get ahead of your problem or try something new, traditional Chinese medicine is probably right for you!

05/14/2026

🙋‍♀️ This study conducted by the University of Iowa looked over 25,000 medical records of adult women and found AT LEAST 32% had a diagnosis of pelvic floor dysfunction. This does not count those who haven't even sought a diagnosis or are misdiagnosed. This study highlights just how prevalent pelvic floor dysfunction is.

🧐 Fortunately there are treatment options.

🤚 if you or a loved one may be experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction or suspected pelvic floor dysfunction, give acupuncture a try. Side effects may include relaxation, function restoration, and an overall better sense of well-being.

If you're interested in learning more, comment below and we'll dm you with more information or visit out website in the bio to schedule today!