Jennifer Richins - Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine

12/10/2025

I did a presentation on fire cupping for my networking group today 😃 It was great to show my local business friends part of what I do at work every day!

12/05/2025

It feels like winter has finally arrived, and now is the time to add some warming spices to your diet to help ward off the cold! These spices are great to help pain/arthritis that is worse during cold and damp weather. They are also beneficial in warming the body and nourishing kidney energy.

Ginger's warming nature is beneficial in increasing circulation which can help cold hands and feet. It's an anti-inflammatory. It helps boost the immune system and can be useful to combat the onset of colds and the flu. It's great for digestion and can help with nausea and indigestion. It can be added to stir-fry's or soups. It can also be sliced and steeped in hot water to make ginger tea.

Cinnamon is great for boosting circulation and increasing blood flow. It is also beneficial for digestion and supporting healthy blood sugar levels. It can easily be added to warm drinks or sprinkled on oatmeal or added to baked goods.

Garlic is very warming and beneficial during the winter months. It supports immune system and respiratory health and can help with colds and coughs. It's an anti-inflammatory so it's great to use for pain and inflammation.

Turmeric promotes blood circulation and relieves pain. It's great for stiff/aching joints. It contains curcumin, an active ingredient that acts as an immune booster with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It also aids in digestion. Curry powder is a popular spice blend containing turmeric and can easily be added to soups, stews or sprinkled on top of other savory meals.

11/11/2025

I'm collecting donations to go towards Life Stories for Christmas gifts for neglected and abused children. I'm focusing on teenagers this year. Here is a list of things they're requesting. Gift cards to Walmart are high on the list because it gives them the freedom to pick out what they really want! Please drop off donations at my office 😃 I appreciate everyone that helps this cause 💕 I'll need to drop off the donations by December 5th.

11/01/2025

Christie, one of the massage therapists in my office, is doing a food drive this month! Bring donations to the other entryway in our building 😃

Hey, Greeley!! Peaceful Progress Massage and friends are hosting a food drive for the month of November! Join us!

Many households are struggling to afford groceries, and local food banks are feeling the squeeze so we want to help. Let’s do what our community does best — show up with love. 💕 (And a lot of food!)

Bring your non-perishable food donation to any of the businesses below, and enter to win a free 60 minute massage session as a thank-you for helping our neighbors.

If you chose to make a monetary donation directly to a local food bank, you can show your donation confirmation or receipt to be entered in the drawing for a free massage.

Let’s team up to bridge the gap for these families. Because nothing says peace + progress like a kiddo with a full tummy. 🩵

Below are the Greeley businesses participating in the food drive:

Upward Fitness Studio
3050 67th Ave UNIT 103

Fastsigns Greeley
2601 W 28th St

Melissa Ballard - Associate Broker MOC Brokered By Homes 4 NoCo Real Estate
2308 W 29th St
(Inside front door by the staircase next to Pirate Radio office)

Origin Plumbing • Heating • Cooling • Electrical
2526 W 10th St STE A

Luminate Bank; Michael L. Campbell. NMLS # 694846
716 E 16th St

Peaceful Progress Massage
3527 W 12th St
(just inside the entryway next to the bookcases)

✨No payment to PPM is required to enter the drawing.

09/04/2025

I highly recommend this place for any of my clients looking to improve their fitness and health! Some gyms can be intimidating but everyone here is super friendly and encouraging! It's a very comfortable and fun environment.

09/03/2025

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of foot pain. It is inflammation of a thick band of tissue called the plantar fascia. There can also be micro tears in the fascia or near its attachment to the heel bone.

Symptoms of plantar fasciitis are:
- Pain on the plantar aspect of the heel
- May be accompanied by stiffness
- Symptoms often experienced upon taking the first steps in the morning or after prolonged sitting or rest
- Symptoms alleviated as the heel "warms up" with moderate activity, but the pain returns again during or after exercise

Acupuncture is very effective at treating the pain and inflammation of plantar fasciitis, as well as helping it heal 😃 Call me to schedule an appointment if you've been having these aggravating symptoms

07/31/2025

Heading up to the Big Horn Mountains in Wyoming tomorrow for a backpacking trip with my dad and brother 😃 I won't have phone service for the next few days, so leave me a voicemail or text and I'll get back to you next week!

07/21/2025

Happy Monday! I have the new lemonade flavor of LMNT in stock now and it it delicious 😋 Help your body hydrate with these high temps we're having the next few days 😃

07/14/2025

My good friend Ryan is doing a presentation on body composition scans tomorrow morning. If you're interested in health and wellness I highly recommend coming and learning about this awesome tool. It's very interesting and extremely beneficial if you're trying to get to your optimal health! I'll be there 😃

07/04/2025

Come to our health and wellness event next Saturday!

07/04/2025

I'll be on our family cabin trip the next few days, so if you message me I'll get back to you when I get phone service again! Happy 4th of July to all of you, and I hope everyone gets quality time with friends and/or family!! 💕

06/19/2025

The next few days are going to be hot 🔥☀️ I have plenty of electrolytes at my office to keep hydrated over the weekend! Stop by and pick some up if you're in the neighborhood 😃