5 TCM Gifts for the Holidays

Whether you get acupuncture regularly or simply enjoy herbal tea (or anything in between!), you’re probably reading this because you already know Traditional Chinese Medicine is one of the best ways to take care of your body, your mind and your energy. 

So in that spirit, here are five ways you can share TCM’s incredible benefits with the people on your gift list this year—or keep them for yourself!

Herbs + supplements
Gifting teas and tinctures is a great way to help with life’s common ailments. Some popular herbs include chasteberry, cramp bark, goldenrod, red clover, tulsi, stinging nettle and linden flower, which can easily be found both in stores and online. Our blog also has lots of information about harnessing the power of these herbs to get you started.

Books
If acupuncture has helped you, you might be eager to share it with others. (We love that!) From beginners to pros, these books are a great way to gift TCM’s benefits on a wide variety of topics. 

“The Herbal Medicine Maker’s Handbook” by James Green
“The Web That Has No Weaver: Understanding Chinese Medicine” by Ted J. Kaptchuk
“A Patient’s Guide to Acupuncture” by Sarah Swanberg
“Why Did You Put That Needle There?” by Andy Wegman
“Nutritional Healing With Chinese Medicine” by Ellen Goldsmith
“Between Heaven and Earth: A Guide to Chinese Medicine” by Harriet Beinfield
“Wood Becomes Water: Chinese Medicine in Everyday Life” by Gail Reichstein
“Healing With Whole Foods” by Paul Pitchford

Plants
Herbs aren’t the only plants in Chinese medicine. The plants we surround ourselves with have positive effects, too! Aloe vera, lavender, sage, philodendron, golden pothos, bamboo, jade and snake plants make great gifts that bring a positive, calming vibe.  

At-home kits
Both gua sha (used to treat stagnation) and moxibustion (a form of heat therapy) can be done at home between appointments. Once you understand the basics, a gua sha tool or moxibustion kit can make a great gift for anyone interested in TCM wellness. Both can easily be found online and in stores.

Give the gift of acupuncture
Don’t forget yourself! Acupuncture is one of the best ways to calm anxiety, help with insomnia and relieve some of the holiday season’s biggest stressors. Returning patients can schedule online anytime or give us a call at 585-880-3799.

In health and wellness,
Julie