Resilience Acupuncture & Wellness

12/23/2024

Winter solstice and the holidays are here again. May we all have what we need to get through the last full week of this year. Not everyone is nourished by friends and family. Some folks are missing those they loved. Let's remember to support one another in every season. May we all grow stronger in the expanding light of each new day.

12/23/2024

I get that same question a lot too. These are some helpful tips!

“Dr. Aviva - what can I do to balance my estrogen?” may be one the most common questions I hear on here!
Estrogen isn’t “good” or “bad”—it’s about balance - because high or low, it can really affect your mood, cycles & so much more.

What you eat directly impacts your estrogen levels. From your liver to your gut, your food choices influence how your body produces, metabolizes & eliminates estrogen.

Here’s a quick guide to foods that promote healthy estrogen balance + why they work:

✨ Flaxseeds
Rich in lignans, plant compounds that act as phytoestrogens, flaxseeds help gently regulate estrogen levels, promote the breakdown of estrogen into less potent forms & support overall hormone balance.
Add 1-2 tbsp of freshly ground flaxseeds to smoothies, oatmeal, or salads

✨ Cruciferous Veggies
Broccoli, kale, cauliflower + Brussels sprouts contain sulforaphane & DIM, compounds that support your liver in breaking down estrogen into safe forms for elimination.
Enjoy at least 1 cup daily

✨ Fermented Foods
A healthy microbiome regulates the estrobolome, the gut bacteria responsible for metabolizing estrogen. Dysbiosis can lead to estrogen buildup, contributing to PMS or heavy periods.
Add sauerkraut, kimchi, or miso to your meals daily

✨ Berries
Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries & strawberries are packed with polyphenols, antioxidants that reduce inflammation and protect your cells, supporting liver & hormone health.
Snack on them or add to yogurt or smoothies - 1/2 cup/day fresh or frozen

✨ Healthy Fats
Avocados, olive oil, nuts, seeds & fatty fish provide essential fats for hormone production + blood sugar regulation

✨ Fiber-Rich Foods
Fiber binds to excess estrogen in your gut, helping remove it from the body + preventing buildup.
Focus on whole grains, beans, lentils & veggies

Addressing root causes of high & low estrogen can be transformative for how you feel during your cycles + during which includes attention to: liver support, & balanced blood sugar. Learn about and a new approach to w/ my NYT bestseller, Hormone Intelligence (🔗 in bio)

What’s one food you’ll add to your plate this week?

12/04/2024

11/20/2024

11/20/2024

Hi, Loves. I'm inviting you all on Wednesday, November 20th to the 2024 Bloomington observance of the Transgender Day of Remembrance where we honour those who were taken from us through violence in the past year. Join us in the downtown Monroe County Library Auditorium (first floor). Doors open at 6:45, event begins at 7. I didn't make an event this year just to be a bit safer regarding who gets to see it. There will also be security as in past years. This is a somber event, please respect that. And let any of our community who are not members of this group know. Thank you.

11/08/2024

11/08/2024

Here is some info about services at our new location!

11/06/2024

Well, it's going to be a long 4 years. White supremacy, misogyny, homophobia, and xenophobia are alive and well in this country and this state. That much is clear. Grief and anger have been common themes in treatments today. Lot's of tears have been shed in this office. Remember lung 9 (to heal deep sadness) and liver 2 (to drain the fire of rage). We are going to need theses acupuncture points as we acclimate to the terrible news. We will need community and kidney 3 (for our will power or zhi) as we continue to fight for each other and our democracy.

10/29/2024

Certain types of tick bites can trigger alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) a life-threatening allergy to red meat and meat-related products.

10/22/2024

If you haven't been able to get an appointment for awhile, now is the time to book online at www.resilienceacupuncture.org. I have several openings in early November. I encourage folks to book out a few sessions at once to get your preferred days and times! I hope to see you back in here again soon!

10/22/2024

"The belief that depression is caused by chemical imbalances has been declining in the scientific and medical community for some time. A study published in a 2023 issue of the journal Molecular Psychiatry found further reason to doubt this explanation. The research indicated there is little evidence to suggest that depression is caused by chemical imbalances in the brain."

What is the chemistry of depression? How do changes in neurotransmitters, the messengers of the brain, cause symptoms and respond to medications?

06/19/2024

Happy Juneteenth!