Valerie Brown, L.Ac.As you dive into summer wholeheartedly, we have some exciting videos to share with you that are sure to keep you active and energized! We like these simple and low-impact workouts and activities because they’re easy to incorporate into your day. Let us know if you have a favorite summer activity/workout! Resistance Bands Looking for … Read more
Our Southern California summers mean different fresh foods, hot temperatures, and perhaps more physical exercise (walking, biking, swimming). We want you to be aware of keeping your body in balance. In TCM, the Spleen and Stomach take center stage as the primary organs responsible for digestion and maintaining balance and harmony. The Spleen transforms and transports … Read more
Water is necessary to convert food into energy, lubricate our joints, cushion bones, regulate body temperature, and to produce tears, saliva, and the mucus that lines our sinuses and gastrointestinal tract. Not to mention, our blood is made up of 90% water. If we’re dehydrated, we are more likely to experience metabolic complications, high blood pressure, … Read more
Celebrate 14 years with us! I want to take a moment to thank you for your support over the past 14 years. At ERCA, we strive to create a peaceful and healing environment for all of our patients. From finding the perfect pillow to ensuring background music is at the right volume, we go above and … Read more
Effective (and Painless) Bite-Sized Changes for the New Year New Year’s resolutions have a bad reputation, at this point. I find that the wise way to commit to a better habit is by making it doable and easily repeatable. Even if the long-term goal is huge like training for a marathon, there is a series of … Read more
💨 Stay Ahead Of Illness 🧣 Whether you’re spending time with loved ones in far off places or staying home for the holidays at the end of the month, we have some quick tips to avoid getting sick this season: Take Yin Qiao pills* before you get to the airport or train station. It’s also … Read more
What is Seed Cycling and How Does It Work? Seed cycling is a food-based approach to hormone balance that involves eating two sets of seeds during each phase of the menstrual cycle. The first phase of the cycle* (days 1-14) is called the follicular stage. At this time, you would ingest 1 tablespoon of pumpkin … Read more
DIY Sea Salt Coffee Scrub Autumn is coming. In TCM, the organ associated with the season in the lung. And the skin reflects the health of the lung. We will often treat points along the lung meridian for conditions like eczema, acne, psoriasis and itching skin. I’ve recently discovered some recipes for an exfoliating scrub … Read more
In the last few months, many clients are seeking customized treatments for their depression and anxiety. Acupuncture can also help promote relaxation and improve sleep quality. Approaching your mind and body on a holistic level is key, and we encourage you to contact us if you have any questions about your treatment. Improving and protecting … Read more
Improving Qi Energy Through Houseplants Houseplants: everybody’s latest obsession. My living room now showcases quite a few plants that I can count on (to not die). And, in fact, they thrive without much fuss! They bring joy and add some class to the décor. Along with standing in the corner looking beautiful, my favorite houseplants … Read more