20. A TCM Guide to Summer Living and Great Skin

In this conversation, Emily interviews Layne Walker L.Ac., an acupuncturist and licensed herbalist, about Chinese medicine and its influence on the summer season. Layne shares her personal journey of becoming an acupuncturist and how Chinese medicine transformed her health. They discuss cosmetic acupuncture and its benefits for various skin concerns. They also delve into living seasonally according to traditional Chinese medicine, focusing on the summer season and its impact on the heart and small intestine. Layne provides recommendations for supporting health during the summer, including eating seasonally, incorporating bitter foods, and staying hydrated. They also touch on the late summer season and the importance of balancing digestion. The conversation concludes with information on connecting with Layne for acupuncture treatments.

You can find out more about Layne and book an appointment with her on her website: https://www.onyxacu.com/

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