Amaluna Wellness

Amaluna Wellness Boulder Acupuncture, Microneedling, Functional Medicine, B12 shots. Amaluna Wellness is a boutique holistic healthcare clinic in Boulder, CO.

Amaluna offers expert evidence-based healthcare in a luxury setting. The clinic offers:
Acupuncture
Functional Medicine
Telemedicine
Microneedling
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
B12 shots
Cupping and Gua Sha
Chinese Herbal Therapy
Celluma LED Light Therapy
Biomats

Owned by Dr. Caitlin Gordon, D.Ac., who specializes in treating stress, anxiety, and depression through acupuncture, nutrition, herb

s and supplements. Practitioners at Amaluna use a unique approach that blends aspects of functional medicine, neuroscience, mindfulness, and acupuncture.

Feeling lost when it comes to eating enough protein at breakfast? You’re not alone!Many of us struggle to find the right...
08/19/2025

Feeling lost when it comes to eating enough protein at breakfast? You’re not alone!

Many of us struggle to find the right balance of nutrients to kickstart our day... and we’re here to help.

(psst… save this post now so you never have to overthink breakfast again!)

By fueling your morning with the right amount of protein, you’re not just satisfying your hunger; you’re setting yourself up for:
🍳 A day filled with balanced hormones
🍳 A revved-up metabolism
🍳 A mood and energy boost

👇🏽 Let us know in the survey below which protein-packed breakfast you’ll try tomorrow!

Boulder has trucks that drive around neighborhoods in Boulder city, Longmont, Lafayette, Erie, Louisville, and Superior ...
07/29/2025

Boulder has trucks that drive around neighborhoods in Boulder city, Longmont, Lafayette, Erie, Louisville, and Superior spraying toxic pesticides into the air in an attempt to control the mosquitoes.

While Pyrethroids from Permethrin may be amongst the least toxic of insecticides (not saying much), they are an excitatory nerve poison. They act upon the sodium ion channels in nerve cell membranes and lead to the following:
🌿 Neurotoxic effects include tremors, incoordination, elevated body temperature, increased aggressive behavior, and disruption of learning. Laboratory tests suggest that permethrin is more acutely toxic to children than to adults.
🌿 Long-term effects: disrupts the endocrine system, causing excessive estrogen levels in females. In human males, its estrogenizing (feminizing) effects include lowered s***m counts.
🌿 Inhalation: coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, runny or stuffy nose, chest pain, or difficulty breathing.
🌿 Skin contact: rash, itching, or blisters.
🌿 Other: A known carcinogen. There is evidence that pyrethroids harm the thyroid gland. Causes chromosomal damage in hamsters and mice; deformities in amphibians; blood abnormalities in birds.

Find out more information and opt out of pesticides for mosquitoes through the 🔗 in our bio.

*This information is from the Insecticide Fact Sheet in the Journal of Pesticide Reform.*

Matcha isn't just a trend—it's a powerhouse of health benefits that will keep you feeling great for years to come!✨ Boos...
07/07/2025

Matcha isn't just a trend—it's a powerhouse of health benefits that will keep you feeling great for years to come!

✨ Boosts Calmness and Focus: L-theanine in matcha lowers anxiety and enhances memory and attention.

🔥 Powerful Antioxidant and Fat Burner: Matcha is rich in EGCg, helping to prevent cancer cell growth, reduce fatigue, and boost metabolism.

💚 Reduces Inflammation: With chlorophyll, Vitamin A, and potassium, matcha fights oxidative damage and supports anti-aging.

🍵 Quality Matters: Choose high-quality matcha from trusted sources. Look for vibrant green color, silky texture, and a mildly sweet flavor.

❌ Avoid Nausea: Enjoy matcha with food or mixers like collagen, MCT oil, or nut milk to prevent dizziness or nausea.

🧊 Perfect Preparation: Use water just below boiling temp to avoid burning your matcha and enjoy the best taste.

Curious about how to get the most from your matcha? Head to the 🔗 in our bio to read more about matcha, and the dos and don'ts! 💚

If you’re feeling anxious, depressed or unmotivated, one of THE most effective and free interventions you can do immedia...
07/03/2025

If you’re feeling anxious, depressed or unmotivated, one of THE most effective and free interventions you can do immediately is download AppBlock and set it to strict mode and limit your use of social media to an hour a day or less (not in the morning or before bed).

Watch your mental health transform. No arguments allowed until you’ve done it for at least two weeks.

Doctors orders,
❤️ Amaluna

Do you need a Parasite Cleanse? 🐛Nearly everyone has parasites at some point. Hookworms, tapeworms, pinworms, roundworms...
06/30/2025

Do you need a Parasite Cleanse? 🐛

Nearly everyone has parasites at some point. Hookworms, tapeworms, pinworms, roundworms, and threadworms are the most common infections in the United States.

Think you only get parasites from traveling to third-world countries? Think again! You get them from your organic carrots you didn’t wash thoroughly, that salmon avocado sushi roll from last weekend, gardening, and from playing with your dog. Avoiding parasites is almost impossible.

You may have parasites you’re experiencing:
• Digestive Issues
• Fatigue
• Anemia
• Swelling around the eyes
• Food allergies
• Foul smelling gas
• Dizziness
• Loss of appetite
• Itching in sensitive areas
• Sleep issues
• Weight problems
• Teeth clenching
• Recurring unexplained headaches
• Strong sugar or carb cravings

Without testing stool or blood, the only way to tell if your symptoms are from parasites is if they improve post-cleanse.

To do a parasite cleanse, you need to take anti-parasitic herbs for a minimum of 2 weeks. It is best to repeat the process again within 3 months, to kill off any parasites missed during the first round.

The following are anti-parasitic:
—> Diatomaceous Earth
—> Black walnut hulls
—> Wormwood
—> Cloves
—> Pumpkin seeds, papaya seeds, pineapple, coconut oil
—> Garlic
—> Marshmallow root
—> Thyme

Visit our wellness blog on our website to get the full at-home Parasite Cleanse Guide or to find out if you have parasites, you can schedule a functional medicine consult with us from anywhere in the US.

Did you know that a "toxin" is anything causing oxidative stress, excessive inflammation, or disease in your body withou...
06/26/2025

Did you know that a "toxin" is anything causing oxidative stress, excessive inflammation, or disease in your body without any positive effect?

The liver is our main detox organ, and you can support it without juice cleanses or fasting. Try these instead:
✔️ Infrared Sauna
✔️ Dry Brushing
✔️ Moving Your Body
✔️ Increasing Your Fiber
✔️ Hydrating with Spring Water
✔️ Eating More Greens
✔️ Acupuncture and Cupping

Want to get more out ouf your detox journey? Discover more ways to support your body and find further guidance at the 🔗 in our bio!

The Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, is a time of radiant energy and abundant light. According to Tradition...
06/20/2025

The Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, is a time of radiant energy and abundant light. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, summer is associated with the Fire element and the Heart ❤️, symbolizing warmth, joy, and connection. It's the perfect time to balance our inner fire and nurture our heart energy. 🔥✨🌞

One beginner’s practice that you can do to honor the Summer Solstice is by doing a yoga sequence called Surya Namaskar in Sanskrit, also known as Sun Salutation A. This practice is meant to help you harmonize with the energy of the Summer Solstice. 🧘 You can practice this at your own pace.

Now, go get out there and enjoy the longest day of the year and all of the beautiful, radiant energy that this day brings! 🌅

Your menstrual cycle does not need to be a time of pain, moodiness, and social isolation. 😔If every month you experience...
06/10/2025

Your menstrual cycle does not need to be a time of pain, moodiness, and social isolation. 😔

If every month you experience painful cramping, headaches, exhaustion, mood swings, bloating, nausea or other symptoms listed, let us help!

While premenstrual symptoms like these are common, they are signs of imbalance and are not symptoms you need to live with 💕

Circadian rhythm is a technical term for your body’s “internal 24-hour clock.” ⏰⁣It dictates your sleep-wake cycle and a...
06/03/2025

Circadian rhythm is a technical term for your body’s “internal 24-hour clock.” ⏰⁣

It dictates your sleep-wake cycle and affects alertness, tiredness, memory, eating habits, digestion and hormone levels.

The circadian cycle is controlled by light exposure specifically to the eyes. 👀 When light hits certain cells on the retina it actually sends information to the brain about what time of day it is. ☀️ This includes sunlight, blue light and darkness which all indicate to your brain when to release melatonin (the sleep hormone).

Resetting your circadian rhythm can take as little as a few days or up to a few weeks. The key is to be as consistent as possible with proper light exposure at the appropriate time of day.

Having a set sleep schedule 💤 will help speed up the process. If you start with getting up at the same time every day and follow these simple steps, falling asleep and staying asleep will be sure to follow.

We're here when you need us. 🔗 in bio to book.

Being an adult who is responsible for not only bills and taxes but also keeping yourself alive and well can be a formida...
05/26/2025

Being an adult who is responsible for not only bills and taxes but also keeping yourself alive and well can be a formidable task some weeks. 😮‍💨

✨ Let us lighten your load by taking the guesswork out of what actually supports vitality and resilience, what actually heals inflammation and disease. ✨

Chinese medicine has been around a lot longer than western medicine (several thousands years, in fact) and has a wealth of wisdom for you.

Come see us in Boulder or book a virtual consult. 🗓️

Welcome to our 5-star-rated Boulder acupuncture and functional medicine clinic. Amaluna Wellness is a healing sanctuary ...
05/19/2025

Welcome to our 5-star-rated Boulder acupuncture and functional medicine clinic. Amaluna Wellness is a healing sanctuary where you will find relief from stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue and more.⁣ 😮‍💨

Our acupuncture and functional medicine clinic offers Neuroacupuncture and a unique vagal nerve stimulation technique to neutralize stress and extinguish inflammation.🧯

Boulder acupuncturist and functional medicine clinician Dr. Caitlin Gordon, D.Ac. and associates work with patients in-person and via telemedicine nationwide.

We specialize in personalized, holistic solutions to trauma, anxiety, and depression. No drugs or superhuman self-discipline required.

☕️ Most coffee drinkers wonder if they should stop or drink less. Here’s the deal, coffee is like any food or herb—it ca...
05/07/2025

☕️ Most coffee drinkers wonder if they should stop or drink less. Here’s the deal, coffee is like any food or herb—it can be therapeutic or it can be harmful depending on the individual and the dose.

Coffee has many benefits from antioxidants to increasing blood flow to the brain. There are tons of studies touting the benefits.

What they aren’t studying is long-term impact on sleep, energy level, and circadian rhythm. The few studies that exist (mostly in animals), show the effects I’m going to describe below.

Coffee is problematic if we regularly drink it when we’re tired. When you’re tired, your body is telling you to slow down and rest. There isn’t enough qi (energy) to fuel you. Drinking coffee spikes cortisol (stress hormones) and adrenaline. So you went from tired to running on adrenaline.

This isn’t real energy and it’s not sustainable. It’s like gunning the gas on a car that’s out of oil. You’re going to burn up the engine. If you do this enough, your adrenal glands, which produce stress hormones, become taxed.

Over time, this leads to imbalances in your circadian rhythm. You’ll stop naturally producing the cortisol spike in the morning that makes you feel rested and alert, leading you to feel tired even though you’ve slept enough. You’ll find it hard to wind down at night. If it progresses, you’re looking at chronic fatigue.

The best time to consume coffee is about 90-min after you wake up. This won’t interfere with your natural cortisol spike that happens upon rising, and is early enough not to disrupt nighttime sleep.

If you’re wondering wtf you’re supposed to do when you’re tired and it’s not possible to slow down and rest, the answer is adaptogens. Adaptogens are herbs that help increase alertness while buffering the effects of stress.

More importantly, let’s figure out why you don’t feel rested in the mornings and address the root of the issue with functional medicine or acupuncture.

Love, Amaluna

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2500 30th Street Suite 205
Boulder, CO
80301

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Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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Amaluna Wellness

Amaluna Wellness is an acupuncture and functional medicine clinic that offers phone consults nationally and in-person care in Boulder, CO. Our practice believes in safe, effective, holistic healthcare.

Dr. Caitlin Gordon, D.Ac, specializes in treating stress, anxiety, and depression through eastern and western medicine fusion. She offers patients a unique approach which blends aspects of functional medicine, neuroscience, mindfulness, transformative coaching, and eastern medicine.