AcuPro - The Wonders of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Happy Holidays, wherever you are in the world! ✨I can hardly believe it—the AcuPro Show is officially two years old! What started as a simple way to share my love of Chinese medicine has grown into something far bigger than I ever imagined. Your enthusiasm, support, and passion for learning are the reasons this podcast continues to thrive, and I’m endlessly grateful 💜As we wrap up 2025, I’m excited to revisit the most downloaded and talked-about solo episodes of the year—the episodes YOU loved the most. Whether you're catching up or re-listening for deeper insights, these moments truly represent the heart of the AcuPro community. Here is what's waiting for you:The three most powerful acupoints for worry and overthinkingFive body types and how they elevate your observation skillsThe most common Liver patterns and exactly how to differentiate them in real timeAn easy-to-digest breakdown of the Zang-Fu TheoryThe TCM perspective on Diabetes, including treatments for Type 1 & Type 2A clear explanation of the Six Stages and how they show up in your patients➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love:Reading the Body's SignalsZang-Fu Organ Theory6 Stages & 4 LevelsAlso, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Ever had a patient whose symptoms don’t fit neatly into one pattern? In this episode, I’m sharing seven acupuncture point combinations that deliver results fast—especially when patterns overlap or details are missing. From pain and digestion to hormones, fatigue, and anxiety, these combos are tried, true, and easy to remember.Here’s what you’ll learn:My go-to point combos for pain, PMS, and hormonal balanceHow to differentiate damp vs. phlegm and treat each effectivelyThe digestive diamond and when to use Ren 12 versus Ren 9Emotional and energy-balancing sets like Buddha’s Triangle and the Yin Xi-Cleft trio🎧 Tune in for practical reasoning, safety reminders, and technique tips to boost your confidence and get reliable results in clinic.➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!☯️ More AcuPro Episodes you'll love:Top 15 AcuPoints to Calm the MindCombine AcuPoints with Essential OilsTop 15 Acupoints for DigestionAlso, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Winter is coming, rock stars! In Chinese medicine, Winter is known as Kidney time ❄️Do you want to better support your patients dealing with Kidney pattern imbalances? One of the most powerful (and often overlooked) tools in your TCM toolkit is nutrition. In this episode, we’re talking all things Kidney. From food therapy to seasonal alignment, so you can help your patients build deeper, long-lasting vitality. Here’s what you’ll learn:TCM nutrition strategies for the four most common Kidney patternsHow to align your diet and lifestyle with Winter energy and its transitionsFood recommendations to tonify, warm, and nourish Kidney Qi, Yin, and YangMy personal experience with low Kidney Essence—and what I’m doing about it🎁My FREE gift to you: Address symptoms, emotions, and nutrition recommendations for harmonizing all five-year organ patterns with my FREE TCM Nutrition Guide. Get yours in less than a minute right now ↙️➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!What if faster healing isn’t about more force—but better rhythm? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gurudatta, a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist and friend from Bangalore, India. We discuss how culture shapes healing, discipline, and patient outcomes. We talk about the powerful intersection of acupuncture, yoga, and meditation, and why Indian practitioners may see faster results than their North American counterparts.Here’s what you’ll learn:How naturopathic medicine and acupuncture differ between India and North AmericaThe concept of Panchakosha (the 5 layers of human existence in Yoga) and how to work with them to find homeostasisHow Indian culture’s approach to patient compliance impacts resultsWhy treatment frequency and consistency in India might just be the secret behind faster healing🎧 This episode is a must-listen if you’re curious about global approaches to TCM, cultural discipline, and the deeper connection between mind, body, and energy.➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!

💌 Sign up for my FREE weekly newsletter where I share exclusive content I don't share anywhere else!Today, we’re exploring a vital channel in Chinese medicine: the Kidney Meridian.With 27 points that rule over vitality, aging, fertility, and overall constitutional strength, understanding the Kidney channel is key for every acupuncture student and practitioner.Together, we’ll review each point’s location, function, and clinical use—plus how this meridian anchors Yin, stores Essence, and supports the body’s deepest reserves of energy. Think of this as your go-to Kidney meridian review—clear, grounded, and packed with clinical pearls.Here’s what you’ll learn:Why the Kidney channel is most active between 5–7 pm and how that connects to rest, regeneration, and longevityThe Kidney pathway: starting beneath the small toe, flowing up the inner leg and abdomen, and connecting to the Bladder, Liver, Lung, and HeartKey acupuncture points like KD 1 for grounding, KD 3 for vitality, KD 6 for Yin nourishment, and KD 10 for balance of Water element energyHow the Kidney meridian influences aging, fertility, bone health, hormonal balance, and emotional resilience🎧 Whether you’re reviewing for exams or refining your clinical depth, this episode will make the Kidney meridian unforgettable.➡️ Visit the show notes for all the links mentioned in this episode!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. So many fantastic episodes are coming your way! If you’re not following, there’s a good chance you’ll miss out.And connect with @AcuProAcademy on all social media!