Immune System - Covid and Acupuncture in the Winter

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Wintertime falls on the kidneys and the bladder in acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

This winter season brings more challenges to our health, more than any other. In addition to the flu and cold season, we have COVID-19 to worry about. 

What it all comes down to is the common sense of wearing a mask indoors, warm clothes and strengthening your immune system. 

I have seen post-Covid damages done to a few fully recovered patients (being tested negative of the virus consistently). Many develop post-infection respiratory and heart symptoms. Some develop neurological conditions and some simply experience chronic fatigue.

Some of our post-COVID fully recovered patients who could not breathe well are jogging now after treatments in our clinic.

The good news is that the immune system can be strengthened through lifestyle, dietary changes, exercises, and many therapies offered at  Tree of Life Acupuncture NYC clinic.

FOODS such as garlic/ garlic water, onions, and ginger can provide antibacterial and antimicrobial actions and benefit the immune system, the lungs and keep you warm in the winter cold.

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Kidneys have a special relationship with the Heart/Bladder and the Lungs. You can think of Kidneys as your batteries (Positive + and Negative -). 

Kidneys also rule lower back, so if you have some symptoms that are worse in the Winter (back pain, breathing problems, blood pressure issues (high and low). Low energy levels may also be attributed to the kidneys. As well as infertility and low libido in men or women. If legs are swollen, you can be sure that Kidney energy is involved.

Foods to Eat in the Winter

• Any food black in color or in kidney-shaped is good in the winter. Black beans, kidney beans (most beans). 
• Seeds: flax seeds, black sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, etc. 
• Fruits: Blackberries and blueberries.
• Seafood: fish, shrimp and seaweed.
• Nuts: walnuts, chestnuts, etc.

Hot soups, especially made of root vegetables are great to keep you well-nourished and warm. Soups are nutritious and they prepare and warm up your digestive system for food consumption.

Animal Products: Pork, duck, lamb, eggs, cheese, etc. A small amount of animal protein can be used therapeutically here. Too much meat, particularly without the balance of vegetables, will stagnate the Liver and create heat. 

Bone Marrow Broths and Soups: This will nourish Marrow governed by Kidneys. Especially beneficial for people wanting to prevent or heal osteoporosis.

The emotional element of kidneys is "Fear", so if someone is exposed to a lot of fear, it may result in kidney imbalance (anxiety, restlessness insomnia, etc). 

Wishing everyone to stay well and healthy,

Mark Moshchinsky, L.Ac. (NCCAOM) Licensed Acupuncturist in NYC and founder of Tree of Life Acupuncture Clinic in New York. www.NewYorkAcupunctureCenter.com

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