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The Modern Meridian
Ancient wisdom for modern life—exploring everyday health, stress, sleep, digestion, pain, and well-being through the lens of Chinese medicine.
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Dark Spots Got You Down?
As summer winds down, and we welcome those cool autumn mornings, I start to notice my dark spots popping up more. What the heck? I do my skin care routine, I use my sunscreen, I wear hats, I drink lots of water…so what gives? The truth of the matter is, the darkening of the skin, melasma, starts deep within and is tied to much more than just sun exposure. The sun just brings it out. Melasma goes far beyond the sun. Take a look at the top contributors: Hormonal fluctuations ca

Amy Smith-Kirkwood
Sep 172 min read
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What can microneedling and cosmetic acupuncture do for you?
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure for people looking for a more gentle and non-toxic solution to combat the signs of aging, including hyperpigmentation, large pores, uneven texture, fine lines, sagging and firmness, as well as improve the appearance of scars (acne, surgery, injury). Microneedling gives your skin a more luminous and healthy glow, so you look refreshed and alive! This is an ideal treatment for those wanting to avoid the "frozen" look that other cosmetic pro

Amy Smith-Kirkwood
Sep 12 min read
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