Chamomile: a Healing Herbal Powerhouse

Chamomile

Ahhh.. chamomile…the humble herbal tea is actually a powerhouse of healing. This delicate flower is a potent calming and anti-inflammatory herb that can be used for tummy aches, anxiety, sleep, and pain. It is super versatile, extremely gentle, and delicious to boot. Used for hundreds of years (possibly even thousands), this herbal medicine is surely a keeper for our modern medicine cabinets.

Digestive Health

Chamomile soothes spasms of the smooth muscles in the digestive tract, making it an ideal remedy for intestinal cramping and pain from gas. Being a calming and anti-inflammatory herb, it is beneficial to many people with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) and nervous diarrhea.

Reproductive Health

This charming flower also curbs cramping within the reproductive organs, so it can help soothe menstrual cramping.

Emotional Health

Chamomile’s calming properties make it beneficial for people with anxiety, feelings of restlessness, and difficulty falling asleep. Chamomile can promote restful, easy sleep, and especially helpful for those suffering from inflammatory pain conditions, such as arthritis and fibromyalgia. Because it is such a pleasant and gentle herb, chamomile is a wonderful choice for calming day to day anxieties and managing stress.

For Children

Chamomile has been shown to be effective for babies suffering from colic. Young babies can drink up to 1 to 2 ounces of room temperature tea at a time and up to 3 or 4 ounces per day. Chamomile can also soothe many childhood tummy aches and stomach upsets. Kids usually tolerate the mild flavor of chamomile very well.

How to Use Chamomile

Chamomile is most commonly taken brewed as an herbal infusion. To make an infusion, steep 1 teaspoon of dried chamomile flowers (or 2 teaspoons of fresh flowers) per cup of boiling water. For children, strain after 2 minutes to prevent the tea from becoming bitter. For adults, brew for 5 minutes to attain full flavor. A longer brew time enhances the bitter quality of the herb, making it better for digestive complaints.

A chamomile infusion is most often drunk to benefit the digestive system, reproductive system, treat pain, and calm the nerves. It can be taken a cup at a time as needed.

Chamomile infusion can also be used as a topical wash to soothe inflamed skin and promote healing of bruises. It can be used over minor injuries or irritated skin such as acne or minor scrapes.

Cautions: Although considered very safe and mild, always check with a physician. Chamomile is cautioned in pregnancy and causes allergic reaction for some people.

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"Amazing. Both acupuncturists I`ve seen here are wonderful, and I`m so impressed by the results. It`s such a lovely atmosphere and comfortable experience!"
Thanks, Sandy!

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"Amazing. Both acupuncturists I've seen here are wonderful, and I'm so impressed by the results. It's such a lovely atmosphere and comfortable experience!"
Thanks, Sandy!

When I was first diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) in my early 20s, I was terrified about what it would mean for my future health and fertility. The doctor`s advice at that time was to simply take the pill and consider IVF when I decided to conceive.
As someone who felt horrible on the pill and wanted to take a proactive approach, this advice didn`t sit very well with me. I dove into the one (!) book I could find at the time, started acupuncture, visited a number of holistic health providers, and gathered all the information I could find. I was determined to understand the reasons behind my condition and find ways to address its root cause. I wished for a comprehensive resource that could guide me and help me tailor a plan that suited my needs.

When I established Four Flowers Wellness, I envisioned it to be the resource I had sought but couldn`t find. Our mission is to help women solve their health and fertility challenges, not by handing them a magic pill (it doesn`t exist), but by collaborating to find the best solutions for each individual and together crafting a clear plan to turn their dreams into reality.

Over the past 20 years, the understanding of PCOS and women`s health issues has grown significantly, offering a wealth of knowledge. However, with this abundance, there is also a flood of misinformation. At Four Flowers Wellness, we spend our days sifting through this vast sea of information so that our clients don`t have to.

What has been the most significant obstacle you`ve faced while trying to solve your health challenges?

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When I was first diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) in my early 20s, I was terrified about what it would mean for my future health and fertility. The doctor's advice at that time was to simply take the pill and consider IVF when I decided to conceive.
As someone who felt horrible on the pill and wanted to take a proactive approach, this advice didn't sit very well with me. I dove into the one (!) book I could find at the time, started acupuncture, visited a number of holistic health providers, and gathered all the information I could find. I was determined to understand the reasons behind my condition and find ways to address its root cause. I wished for a comprehensive resource that could guide me and help me tailor a plan that suited my needs.

When I established Four Flowers Wellness, I envisioned it to be the resource I had sought but couldn't find. Our mission is to help women solve their health and fertility challenges, not by handing them a magic pill (it doesn't exist), but by collaborating to find the best solutions for each individual and together crafting a clear plan to turn their dreams into reality.

Over the past 20 years, the understanding of PCOS and women's health issues has grown significantly, offering a wealth of knowledge. However, with this abundance, there is also a flood of misinformation. At Four Flowers Wellness, we spend our days sifting through this vast sea of information so that our clients don't have to.

What has been the most significant obstacle you've faced while trying to solve your health challenges?

Trying to find a solution to your cranky injury, chronic pain, or stubborn tension?
The answer could be a treatment using the humble soup spoon, known as Guasha! Guasha is a unique and effective form of soft tissue mobilization using simple, smooth tools such as these ceramic soup spoons. This therapy helps to transform your soft tissue injury back into healthy functioning tissue.

You may have never heard of Guasha before, but like many traditional Asian healing therapies, it has been rebranded in the West as "Graston" or "Astym" which are commonly used by professional sports teams and physical therapists.

Guasha is clinically proven to treat the following (and more!):

- Neck, shoulder, knee, and lower back pain
- Tendonitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Scar tissue
- Women’s health (post-Cesarean scarring)

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Trying to find a solution to your cranky injury, chronic pain, or stubborn tension?
The answer could be a treatment using the humble soup spoon, known as Guasha! Guasha is a unique and effective form of soft tissue mobilization using simple, smooth tools such as these ceramic soup spoons. This therapy helps to transform your soft tissue injury back into healthy functioning tissue.

You may have never heard of Guasha before, but like many traditional Asian healing therapies, it has been rebranded in the West as "Graston" or "Astym" which are commonly used by professional sports teams and physical therapists.

Guasha is clinically proven to treat the following (and more!):

- Neck, shoulder, knee, and lower back pain
- Tendonitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Scar tissue
- Women’s health (post-Cesarean scarring)

“It’s like magic!”
✨ This is one of my favorite things to hear from clients because even after years of practicing acupuncture, it really does still feel like magic!

✨ Acupuncture is generally considered a cumulative practice in that we see the greatest results over time with regular treatments, but we can also often feel changes in the body immediately with even just a single needle.

✨ These immediate changes with acupuncture treatment are most often noticeable when treating pain because the discomfort starts to change as soon as we place the needle.
For more chronic issues, such as painful menstruation or infertility, we rely on tender areas that reflect the underlying imbalances. For example, many women with painful menstruation have a tight area below and just to the left of the belly button which corresponds to poor blood flow in the uterus and feels sore or painful with pressure. We will check in on this area throughout the acupuncture treatment to make sure that our points are changing the uncomfortable sensations in that area.

✨ Often, these reflection areas change quite dramatically with treatment. When an area that was painful just a few minutes ago becomes perfectly comfortable just from placing a couple of needles, "It feels like magic!" ✨

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“It’s like magic!”
✨ This is one of my favorite things to hear from clients because even after years of practicing acupuncture, it really does still feel like magic!

✨ Acupuncture is generally considered a cumulative practice in that we see the greatest results over time with regular treatments, but we can also often feel changes in the body immediately with even just a single needle.

✨ These immediate changes with acupuncture treatment are most often noticeable when treating pain because the discomfort starts to change as soon as we place the needle.
For more chronic issues, such as painful menstruation or infertility, we rely on tender areas that reflect the underlying imbalances. For example, many women with painful menstruation have a tight area below and just to the left of the belly button which corresponds to poor blood flow in the uterus and feels sore or painful with pressure. We will check in on this area throughout the acupuncture treatment to make sure that our points are changing the uncomfortable sensations in that area.

✨ Often, these reflection areas change quite dramatically with treatment. When an area that was painful just a few minutes ago becomes perfectly comfortable just from placing a couple of needles, "It feels like magic!" ✨

Small joys, like flowers, are important reminders to stop, breathe, and find beauty in the moment.
What small joys can you find right now, in this moment?

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Small joys, like flowers, are important reminders to stop, breathe, and find beauty in the moment.
What small joys can you find right now, in this moment?

8 Evidence-Based Ways That Acupuncture Improves Fertility. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So you know what acupuncture is. Your friends are all telling you to try it to help you get pregnant. Maybe you’re getting frustrated with your fertility journey – why is it taking so long? – or maybe you’re just getting started but want to know you’re doing everything you can to have a healthy pregnancy and baby. But you’re wondering - How will getting treated with tiny needles improve your fertility? Here are 8 ways acupuncture can help you get pregnant:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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1. Hormone Regulation 〰️ Acupuncture regulates hormones that play a role in the menstrual cycle and ovulation, such as follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estrogen, and progesterone.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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2. Healthy Blood Flow 〰️ Acupuncture can significantly increase blood flow to the uterus and ovaries, improving egg quality and the ability of a fertilized egg to implant. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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3. Stress Reduction 〰️ Acupuncture regulates the nervous system to improve stress resiliency, allowing you to bounce back from stress more easily and reducing the impact of stress on your hormones.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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4. Improved Ovarian Function 〰️ Acupuncture can improve ovarian function and promote regular ovulation, which increases your chances of conceiving.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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5. Sperm Counts and Quality 〰️ Acupuncture improves both the number and quality of sperm in as little as 4 weeks.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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6. Reduced Inflammation 〰️ Acupuncture reduces overall inflammation in the body and balances immune factors to promote conception and implantation.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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7. Egg Quality 〰️ Acupuncture helps eggs have enough energy (mitochondria) and internal organization (chromosomal integrity) to successfully fertilize and implant.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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8. IVF Success 〰️ Acupuncture can lead to an improved number and quality of eggs and may improve IVF success rates by up to 65%.