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Winter Walks, What?
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Winter Walks, What?

coronavirus, Immunity, Organ, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

Winter Walks, What?

By Jaime Kauffman|2024-01-08T13:56:20-05:00December 15th, 2020|Categories: coronavirus, Immunity, Organ, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: acupuncturists, Baltimore, Chinese medicine, coronavirus, covid, covid-19, fall, nature, seasonal changes, TCM, trails, walking, winter|

Many Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners consider Fall to be the premiere season for taking walks outside. Afterall, Fall is the season of the Lungs and Large Intestines, and the act of releasing and letting go seems to go hand-in-hand with walking. However, outdoor walks are monumentally beneficial every season, every day. Walking outside is a great way to circulate qi, strengthen the lungs, aid digestion, promote circulation, and clear the mind. In fact, during times of “brooding,” stress or anxiety, it’s been shown that taking a tree-lined walk changes blood flow in the brain to improve and enhance mood. However, [...]

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Summer in the time of Covid
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Summer in the time of Covid

Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness

Summer in the time of Covid

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:06:43-05:00July 9th, 2020|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care, Wellness|Tags: Baltimore, cornavirus, covid, joy, nutrition, seasons, summer|

Summer is filled with abundant energy, long days and sunshine. As the most yang time of year, this season is about expansion, growth, activity and creativity. We all know what it’s like to endure a “Baltimore summer.” Hot and humid days remedied by secret swimming holes. But this is no ordinary summer. Get to know Summer in the time of Covid to better understand yourself and others. Summer: a season of joy. Summer is a time to nurture our creative energies and enjoy the abundance that surrounds us, as well as “the fruits of our labor.” The extra hours of [...]

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Community for the Community
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Community for the Community

Clinic Updates, Mend 2.0, MobileMend

Community for the Community

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:06:58-05:00July 1st, 2020|Categories: Clinic Updates, Mend 2.0, MobileMend|Tags: acupuncture for all, Baltimore, charitable acupuncture, community for the community, donations, healthcare for all|

One of the main tenets of our mission is to make acupuncture accessible and low barrier. However, we know there is much work to be done outside of our walls. With this re-opening, we have reconfigured our model so that we can set aside at least 10% of the proceeds for charitable giving. For our pop-up events, we ask the partnering local business to choose the organization or group that feels most meaningful for them. For in-clinic treatments, we will make donations to help expand acupuncture, mental health and wellness services outside of the White L and inside of Baltimore's [...]

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Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips for 2019
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Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips for 2019

Holidays, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care

Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips for 2019

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:07:03-05:00December 6th, 2019|Categories: Holidays, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: Baltimore, Holidays, Mend Team, Stress-less, Winter To-Do|

Yep, it's that time of year again. It's cold and dark and you just want to stay home and chill. And yet you have work, family, friend obligations: get-togethers, dinners, holiday parties, gift-exchanges, etc. Gah! We see it year after year how stressful this time can be. Which is why we love doing a round-up of our favorite "Stress-Less" tips to encourage you to lean into the rhythm of the season (with a sprinkle of holiday cheer). Of course, our biggest Stress-Less tip is scheduling time for some acupuncture – for a moment of adrenal rest and respite and to [...]

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There’s No Better Time for a Walk in the Woods
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There’s No Better Time for a Walk in the Woods

Seasonal Changes, Self-Care

There’s No Better Time for a Walk in the Woods

By JaimeRoslyn|2022-11-15T14:07:59-05:00October 15th, 2019|Categories: Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: Baltimore, fall, hikes, large intestine, letting go, lungs, nature, tips, trails, walks|

It’s officially Fall. We’ve shaken off that vibrant yang energy of Summer and we’re embracing the inward and contemplative yin energy that peaks in Winter. To really fold into the slowing down of the season, try to take as many walks in nature as you can muster. This will help you truly tune in to the Autumnal energetics and reap some health benefits to boot. Recently, researchers have started to look at the physical and psychological benefits of nature-based walking. Studies have shown that walks among the trees helps to: Lower blood pressure Decrease heart rate Lower levels of [...]

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Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips for 2018
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Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips for 2018

Holidays, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care

Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips for 2018

By mca_sarah, Kim, Nikki, Alexandra|2022-11-15T14:08:19-05:00December 13th, 2018|Categories: Holidays, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: Baltimore, Holidays, Mend Team, Stress-less, Winter To-Do|

‘Tis the Season This time of year can be stressful. So much to do and so many people to see. And yet the days are shorter, darker, coaxing us to slow down and stay in. As practitioners and supporters of Chinese Medicine, we encourage listening to the rhythm of the season (not the holidays). And we of course encourage scheduling time for some acupuncture, to allow for letting go and a moment of adrenal rest. In addition, we offer this year's round of our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips to help you get through the last days of 2018. [...]

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“On Pins and Needles”
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“On Pins and Needles”

MobileMend

“On Pins and Needles”

By mca_sarah|2022-11-15T14:08:37-05:00March 15th, 2018|Categories: MobileMend|Tags: Baltimore, Dr. Neri Cohen, GBMC, Oncology|

by Kimberly Uslin as printed in Baltimore STYLE Magazine When it comes to acupuncture, most people fall into two groups — the avid fans and the absolutely-nots. But as Dr. Neri Cohen of Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) and Sarah O’Leary of Mend Acupuncture see it, the practice is more than just a nightmare for the needle-shy: It’s a potential replacement for some conventional medicines, particularly among cancer patients. “I’ve been interested in complementary medicine for a while now,” Cohen says. “I’ve had acupuncture myself and I’ve referred patients to acupuncturists post-op. Ultimately, my goal is to demonstrate that [...]

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Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips
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Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips

Holidays, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care

Our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips

By mca_sarah, Kim, Nikki, Alexandra|2022-11-15T14:08:37-05:00November 28th, 2017|Categories: Holidays, Seasonal Changes, Self-Care|Tags: Baltimore, Holidays, Mend Team, Stress-less, Winter To-Do|

‘Tis the Season We know how stressful the holiday season can be. And we want to help. Of course we encourage you to schedule time with us in our Community or One on One Clinics. But we also pulled together this list of things for you to see, do and create in the Baltimore area during this special time of year. From the Mend Team to you, enjoy our Favorite Holiday Stress-Less Tips. Sarah O’Leary, Owner and Acupuncturist The Chef Shop is definitely a 2017 favorite for fun date nights or things to do with your best bud during this festive, social season. [...]

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