02/19/2026
Late winter often brings lingering heaviness. Especially in a low-snow winter that we aren't as active!❄️ Think congestion that will not fully clear, sluggish digestion, brain fog, or low energy.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, these symptoms are often connected to 𝐩𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐦. Phlegm forms when digestion is not transforming fluids efficiently such as when we are less active. Over time, fluids thicken and become sticky, blocking circulation and slowing the body’s natural rhythms. This can show up as bloating, constipation, fatigue, sinus congestion, or a heavy, foggy feeling in the body and mind.
Late winter is an ideal time to support digestion, encourage fluid movement, and gently clear what the body no longer needs.
Simple ways to support your system include choosing warm, cooked foods, limiting cold or raw meals, enjoying sweets in moderation, adding warming and bitter foods like ginger and daikon, drinking warm tea, and prioritizing gentle movement.
Acupuncture can help strengthen the digestive system, reduce phlegm and dampness, support intestinal movement, and restore balance as we transition toward spring. 🤍
Schedule an appointment to learn more and attune your body to wellness for the late winter and early spring!
🔗 https://www.aletheahealingacupuncture.com/
