Alethea Healing Acupuncture

08/19/2025

Acupuncture is just one part of the healing journey—Traditional Chinese Medicine offers a full toolkit to restore balance and relieve pain. Alongside acupuncture, you can experience:

✨ Gua Sha (“scraping red”) to release fascia, improve circulation, and reduce inflammation.
⚡ Electrical Stimulation (e-stim) to enhance muscle recovery and nerve function.
🔥 Moxibustion (moxa) to warm, energize, and boost immunity.
💆‍♂️ Tuina (Chinese medical massage) for joint mobility and deep tension release.
🤲 Acupressure for gentle, needle-free energy balancing.
🌬 QiGong to move and strengthen your life force energy.
🌿 Nutrition & Herbal Education to fuel your body’s healing from within.
🌸 Reiki/Medical QiGong for deep energetic and emotional restoration.
💖 Arvigo Maya Abdominal Therapy to support digestive, reproductive, and pelvic health.

These therapies work alone or in combination to help with pain, injury recovery, anxiety, sleep, digestion, and more. They don’t just treat symptoms—they nurture your whole being.

🌿 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟗𝐭𝐡.

📅 Ready to see how these ancient and modern techniques can transform your health? Book your session!

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📞 (801) 988-5898

08/16/2025

Breath deeper with air purifying plants in your home.

The dryness of late summer is in full swing. Fire Season is well upon us and the past 2 weeks have been smoke filled and hazy. Many are experiencing 'allergies'. Or are we experiencing dry earth and smoke in our lungs? Or is it sadness in knowing that summer is almost over? Whatever is ailing your lungs, plants are an amazing comrade to have in our homes and offices. Not only do they clear the Air; If you witness your heart closely enough, their presence and their dewy green light open us up with gratitude, healing, and a feeling of abundance.

Here's a list of plants that are beneficial to cleaning the Air of common toxins; providing us with healthier air to sustain our everyday.
Many of these plants are found all over my office!

1. Spider Plants are easy to grow; a great choice for beginners or forgetful owners. They require bright, indirect sunlight.
2. Dracaena Species like bright, indirect light and grow 2-10 feet tall.
3. Snake Plants, like the one pictured above, growth strait and linear. They like some sun and prefer dryer conditions. Be careful to not love these plants too much as they are easy to over water!
4. Pothos are another easy to grow plant that like indirect and moderate light. They like to dry out between watering. They are one of the best houseplants for removing all indoor air toxins.
5. Ficus, like the tree in my office, enjoy bright and indirect light. Let the soil dry between watering!
6. Boston Ferns require advanced plant skills. They like cooler locations with higher humidity (especially difficult in Utah) and indirect sunlight. I'm still working on my mastery of Boston Ferns!
7. Peace Lilly are, IMO, another difficult plant. They like shady spots and low light. And their soil is best moist, but without over watering.

Stay cool and hydrated with refreshing acupuncture treatments!

As we navigate through the hot and dry late summer days, remember that acupuncture can provide support for both your body and mind. Our treatments are designed to help you maintain balance and vitality by cooling your body from within and enhancing circulation overall.

You don't need to let the heat crush your motivation and focus!
Take care of yourself and schedule your next appointment with us today.

We're grateful for you, your courage to heal and grow, and the ongoing support from our AHA Community

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08/14/2025

From strained muscles and stiff backs to racing thoughts and restless nights, acupuncture meets you where you are and restores balance from the inside out. Think of it as both a tune-up and a reset—so you can show up as your strongest self in every area of life.

🌿 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟗𝐭𝐡.

Book your reset today and step into fall with more energy, clarity, and strength.

🔗 https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/5455013a
📞 (801) 988-5898

08/13/2025

🌿 Herbal Cooling in Action!

These herbs are carefully selected to help:
🌼 Clear internal heat
🍒 Support eye health
🧘‍♀️ Nourish Yin and balance energy

Perfect for those hot days when your body needs gentle cooling and revitalization.

✨ We offer custom herbal formulations and focus on nutrition to support your overall wellness.

🎥 Watch the process from formula prep to final packaging!

🔗 https://www.aletheahealingacupuncture.com/
📞 (801) 988-5898

08/10/2025

While Alethea is out of town, Morganne Rascoe, L.Ac is available for all your wellness needs!

A new season deserves a moment to treat yourself. And Morganne knows just how to help with alleviating pains, reducing stress, and calming those back to school nerves. Book your next appointment in just a few clicks. We look forward to seeing you soon!

New Clients are $20 off thru the end of September!

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08/10/2025

This Wednesday learn

Cupping for Back Pain!

💸 Only $25!

Learn how to:

- Safely and effectively use cupping to ease upper and lower back pain

- Apply the same techniques we use in-office

- Follow best practices for home cupping

- Avoid common mistakes that can lead to discomfort or injury

- Customize your treatment to suit your body and needs

- Use cupping as an accessible, rewarding way to release both acute and chronic tension

Prefer to relax while we do the work?
Book a 30-minute cupping session—great for headaches, shoulder tension, and low back pain.

Check out our event on Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025.

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08/07/2025

💫 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞 – 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭💆🏻‍♀️🌸

Alethea will be out of town from August 16 to September 8—but your care continues with our trusted provider, Morganne Rascoe, L.Ac. 🌿

Morganne specializes in orthopedic acupuncture, manual therapy, and support for stress, anxiety, focus, and overall wellness. She’s here to help you feel grounded, supported, and balanced while Alethea is away.

And don’t miss her upcoming workshops!

✨ Cupping for Lower Back Pain Workshop
📅 Wednesday, August 13th at 7 PM

Discover how cupping from home can provide alleviate back pain, reduce muscle soreness, and bring you back to center! Bring your own cups or use our clinic suction cups during the workshop.

✨ Facial Cupping & Gua Sha Workshop
📅 Saturday, August 23rd at 12 PM

Learn science-backed techniques to reduce puffiness, tone your skin, and relax facial tension. It’s a gentle self-care ritual that supports natural beauty and inner calm. Facial Silicone Cups & Jade Gua Sha tools are included in the cost of the workshop.

Reserve your spot at 🔗https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=16700028&appointmentType=category:Workshops%20%26%20Webinars
📞 (801) 988-5898

Pain

08/06/2025

Sign up today for next weeks Cupping for Back Pain Workshop!

💸 Only $25!

You’ll learn how to safely and effectively use cupping to ease upper and lower back pain, with the same techniques we apply in-office. We’ll cover best practices, common mistakes to avoid, and how to customize your home treatment with confidence. Cupping is a centuries-old, cross-cultural healing tool that’s still one of the most accessible and rewarding ways to release tension—both acute and chronic.

Prefer to relax and let us do the work? Book a 30-minute in-office cupping appointment today—great for chronic headaches, shoulder tightness, and low back pain. Ask about our 5-pack of cupping sessions, designed for consistent stress and pain relief.

Check out our event on Wednesday, Aug 13, 2025.

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08/06/2025

As fires continue to affect our region and the air thickens with smoke, it's more important than ever to protect our lungs and nourish our respiratory system. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offer powerful strategies to help your body adapt, detoxify, and stay resilient during this time.

Let’s explore how to care for your lungs and immune system while the air quality is compromised—plus enjoy two lung-supportive recipes to nourish you from the inside out.

🩺 Common Clinical Symptoms of Smoke Exposure include:

Respiratory & Throat:
Dry or sore throat
Coughing (dry or with phlegm)
Chest tightness or discomfort
Shortness of breath or wheezing
Increased asthma or COPD symptoms
Sinus irritation or post-nasal drip
Hoarseness or loss of voice

Eyes, Nose & Skin:
Burning, red, or itchy eyes
Runny or stuffy nose
Sneezing
Skin irritation or flare-ups of eczema
Headaches or facial pressure

General Symptoms of:
Fatigue or lethargy
Dizziness or light-headedness
Difficulty concentrating ("brain fog")
Anxiety or mood shifts
Sleep disruption

Cardiovascular Symptoms (esp. in sensitive individuals):
Irregular heartbeat
Increased blood pressure
Chest pain (especially in those with heart conditions)

There are many things you can do at home (& work) to support your families lung health.

🔒 Minimize Smoke Exposure
- Stay indoors with windows and doors closed.
- Run a HEPA air purifier and use recirculate mode on your A/C.
- Wear an N95 mask if you are sensitive or prone to lung ailments, asthma or getting sick.
- Drink plenty of water and consider using a humidifier to keep airways moist.

🧘‍♀️ Include Gentle Practices for Lung Health
Deep, slow breathing (indoors with clean air) helps calm the nervous system and expand the lungs.

We love supporting your lungs health!
Acupuncture & herbs can help regulate immunity, soothe coughing, and nourish Yin during fire season. Schedule an appointment and feel instant relief!

🌿 TCM Wisdom for enhanced Lung Health

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Lungs are considered the “Delicate Organ” as they are the most externally vulnerable organ due to their direct connection to the outside world via breathing. They are the first line of defense against external pathogenic factors.

Smoke contains a number of pollutants that irritate our lungs, including heavy metals, gases, microbes, and particulate matter 2.5 micrometers or less - which travels deep into the alvioli of the lungs. TCM views smoke exposure as a combination of dryness, heat, and toxicity, which affects the Lung system which may then weaken one's energy, focus, digestion, breath, and emotional state.

To counter the effects of smoke on the lungs it is important to moisten and cool the lungs by way of clean and humid air, moist and cooling foods and beverage, and to further limit foods and drinks which further expose the body to heat and dryness.

Basic TCM Remedies & Suggestions can quickly bring balance to your lungs during smoke exposure, especially when practiced regularly thru fire season.

🧿 To Moisten Dry Lungs include in your diet Asian pear, white fungus/snow fungus, lily bulb, tofu, and almonds. Bonus if you soak the almonds!
🧿 For those symptoms such as dry cough, hot dry throat or sinus cavities, or a feeling of stuck phlegm, Mung beans, chrysanthemum tea, and cucumber clear heat and phlegm from the lungs.
🧿 To further support the Immune System (Wei/Defensive Qi) start the day with warm rice congee, mushrooms, or cooked oats.
💥It is best to AVOID: Spicy, greasy foods, caffeine, and alcohol during heavy smoke exposure as these instill heat, inflammation, and dryness into the overall metabolic system.

🍐 Featured Healing Recipes

🟢 Cooling Mung Bean Soup (Clears Heat + Toxins)

Mung beans are a classic TCM remedy for heat and inflammation.

Ingredients:
1 cup dried mung beans
6 cups water
Optional: 1 tsp raw honey, pinch of sea salt

Instructions:
Rinse mung beans and soak for 2–4 hours.
In a pot, bring water and mung beans to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes until soft.
Enjoy warm or chilled. Add some fresh spearmint or peppermint, blueberries, and a touch of honey once cooled, if desired.

✨ Benefits: Clears heat, cools the body, soothes inflammation, and gently detoxifies.

🍲 Simple Lung-Strengthening Congee
Rice congee is gentle, easy to digest, and supports Immunity by way of Qi and fluid balance.

Ingredients:
½ cup white rice or jasmine rice
6–7 cups water or broth (chicken or vegetable)
Optional: sliced Asian pear, goji berries, lily bulb, or tofu cubes
Pinch of salt

Instructions:
Rinse rice and place it in a large pot with water or broth.
Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 1–2 hours until porridge-like.
Add optional Lung-supportive ingredients during the last 30 minutes.
Or place into a crock pot with 3:1 water/broth:rice and cook overnight on low. Add additional lung support ingredients to bottom bowl, topped with the warm congee and cover for 5 minutes to warm.
Season lightly and enjoy warm.

✨ Benefits: Replenishes fluids, supports digestion, and nourishes Lung Qi & Yin.

🙌🏻 We're Here for You 🙌🏻

If you’re feeling the effects of smoke—fatigue, coughing, dry throat, chest tightness—don’t wait. We can support your recovery with:

- Lung-focused acupuncture sessions
- Herbal consultations (including custom formulas)
- Nutrition guidance for seasonal lung health

Reach out to book a session or ask questions. We're always here to help you breathe easier.

08/05/2025

🌿 AUGUST at Alitheia Healing Acupuncture 🌿

💆🏻‍♀️ Morganne Rascoe, L.Ac is your primary provider all month long! With specialties in:
- Orthopedic acupuncture for sports injuries 🏃‍♀️
- Manual therapy for pain relief 💪
- Support for stress, anxiety, focus & overall wellness 🧠🧘‍♀️

🗓 August Themes to Support Your Wellness:
📌 Meet Morganne + What’s Ahead This Month
📌 Sports Injury Care + Back-to-School Stress Relief
📌 Anxiety Relief + Wellness for All
📌 Men’s Health + Final Push for Summer Wellness

Whether you're preparing for the school year, managing anxiety, or just need a tune-up — we're here to help.

𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫: 20% off Morganne’s New Client Appointments through August!
Book your session with Morganne today and discover instant relief from pain!

📲 https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=16700028&appointmentType=8259508
📞 (801) 988-5898

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08/01/2025

Enjoy this final installment of our Mexican Plant Allies series!
Be sure to check out the previous two emails exploring Hibiscus and Spearmint. Each plant offers unique actions and medicinal gifts, making them truly special in their own way.

We hope you enjoy this final feature and find comfort and cooling support during the summer heat.

Disfruta esta última entrega de nuestra serie sobre Aliadas Vegetales de México!
No olvides revisar los dos correos anteriores sobre la Flor de Jamaica y la Hierba Buena. Cada planta tiene propiedades medicinales y acciones únicas, lo que las hace verdaderamente especiales.

Esperamos que disfrutes esta última aliada y que encuentres frescura y bienestar durante el calor del verano.

Part 3: Tila / Linden Flower

Latin name: Tilia mexicana / Tilia americana

A Soothing Herbal Remedy Rooted in Mexican & Indigenous Traditions

When the summer heat gets overwhelming, turn to Tila — Linden Flower (Tilia mexicana or Tilia americana), a beloved calming herb in both Mexican herbalism and Native Indigenous American healing traditions.

In Mexican culture, Tila is used to calm the nerves, support restful sleep, ease headaches, and reduce emotional stress. It’s especially helpful when the body and mind are overheated, overworked, or overwhelmed.

From the lens of Indigenous North American traditions, particularly among Eastern Woodlands tribes, the flowers and inner bark of the Tilia americana tree were used in teas and poultices to relieve grief, anxiety, fever, and inflammation. The soft wood and inner bark were also crafted into cordage, ceremonial items, and tools, making this tree a holistic healer — body, spirit, and utility.

Energetic Wisdom: Tila is often used in limpias (spiritual cleansings) or during emotional transitions, offering gentle grounding and support for the heart and spirit.

Why we love Linden Flower:

- Naturally cooling and relaxing

- Helps with anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia

- Soothes headaches and high tension

- Offers spiritual support during grief or transition

- Used across Mexican and Native traditions as a gentle heart and nerve remedy

Easy Summer Use:

- Steep 1 tsp dried linden flowers in hot water for 5–10 minutes

- Chill or enjoy warm

Optional: sweeten lightly or blend with lemon balm or mint

We hope you feel held and cooled by this plant ally and the others we've shared in this 3 part series of Plant Allies from Mexico.

💛 At Alitheia Healing Acupuncture, we proudly support our Mexican and Mexican American families and honor the traditional knowledge shared by Indigenous communities across the Americas. We remain devoted to the health and well-being of all life on Earth.

Un remedio herbario calmante con raíces en las tradiciones mexicanas e indígenas.

Cuando el calor del verano se vuelve abrumador, recurre a la Tila — la Flor de Tilo (Tilia mexicana o Tilia americana), una hierba calmante muy apreciada tanto en la herbolaria mexicana como en las tradiciones curativas indígenas nativas de América del Norte.

En la cultura mexicana, la tila se utiliza para calmar los nervios, apoyar el sueño reparador, aliviar dolores de cabeza y reducir el estrés emocional. Es especialmente útil cuando el cuerpo y la mente están sobrecalentados, agotados o abrumados.

Desde la perspectiva de las tradiciones indígenas de América del Norte, particularmente entre los pueblos de los Bosques Orientales, las flores y la corteza interna del árbol Tilia americana se usaban en tés e infusiones para aliviar el duelo, la ansiedad, la fiebre y la inflamación. La madera suave y la corteza también se transformaban en cuerdas, objetos ceremoniales y herramientas, convirtiendo a este árbol en un sanador holístico — para el cuerpo, el espíritu y lo práctico.

Sabiduría energética: La tila se usa con frecuencia en limpias (rituales de limpieza espiritual) o durante transiciones emocionales, ofreciendo enraizamiento suave y apoyo para el corazón y el espíritu.

Por qué amamos la Flor de Tilo:

- Naturalmente refrescante y relajante

- Ayuda con la ansiedad, la inquietud y el insomnio

- Alivia dolores de cabeza y tensión elevada

- Brinda apoyo espiritual durante el duelo o la transición

- Usada tanto en tradiciones mexicanas como indígenas como remedio suave para el corazón y el sistema nervioso

Uso fácil en verano:

- Infusiona 1 cucharadita de flores de tila secas en agua caliente durante 5–10 minutos

-Deja enfriar o disfruta tibio

Opcional: endulza ligeramente o mezcla con toronjil o menta

Esperamos que esta aliada herbal —y las demás que compartimos en esta serie de 3 partes sobre Aliadas Vegetales de México— te brinden frescura y contención.

💛 En Alitheia Healing Acupuncture, apoyamos con orgullo a nuestras familias mexicanas y mexicoamericanas, y honramos el conocimiento tradicional compartido por las comunidades indígenas de las Américas. Seguimos comprometidos con la salud y el bienestar de toda la vida en la Tierra.

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07/31/2025

Acupuncture offers a powerful, drug-free way to support active men in staying strong, mobile, and pain-free. It works by improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and calming the nervous system — which helps your body repair, reset, and recharge. ⚡🧘🏻‍♂️

Whether you’re lifting, running, cycling, or just dealing with daily physical stress, acupuncture can help relieve tension, speed up recovery, and keep you doing what you love — with more energy and less downtime.

Stay consistent. Stay strong. Take care of the machine that moves you. 💪

🔗 https://www.aletheahealingacupuncture.com/
📞 (801) 988-5898