Radiant Sun Acupuncture

10/09/2025

‼️ Our phones have been a little glitchy this week! If you’ve left us a message and have not heard back or if you’ve been unable to get through, please give us another call or send us an email at hello@radiantsunroc.com and we’ll be in touch ASAP.

Thank you for your patience! We’re hoping this is a short-lived problem while the phone company finishes up some work nearby. 🤞🏻

09/23/2025

A quick and easy snack to kick off fall—sesame seed balls! Sesame seeds are packed with nutrients that support the liver and kidneys. They also improve skin, hair and bone health, strengthen Yin and help counteract fall’s dryness.

We’ll be snacking today. 😋 Let us know what you think!

INGREDIENTS
2 cups white sesame seeds
2 tablespoons melted butter
¼ cup of honey
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon cinnamon

RECIPE
• Dry roast the sesame seeds until you can smell them, but be careful not to burn them.
• Grind them as finely as possible, then stir in the other ingredients and press them together.
• Let the mixture cool and harden.
• Wet your hands and shape the mixture into marble-sized balls and they’re ready to serve.

Let us know if you try them!

09/17/2025

This one's for you, parents! It might still feel like summer, but it's also still back-to-school cold season. Which means it's time for our annual reminder that acupuncture and some TCM tips can help you avoid those germs and feel better fast.

Read our back-to-school blog below! 👇

Studies have found that Chinese medicine can reduce upper respiratory tract infections and shorten illnesses. And Traditional Chinese Medicine, including acupuncture, can even be an effective way to stop the common cold in its tracks.

09/08/2025

How you prepare for your appointment can make a real difference in how you feel afterward. Our latest blog is full of tips to get the most out of your next acupuncture session. We're curious: How do you prepare for your appointments?

Let’s take a look at a few of the ways great acupuncture starts before you even step through the door—and how you can get the most out of your appointment. 

09/02/2025

Thank you, Sharon!⭐️

We love reading your reviews. If you had a great experience, please let us know! We'll have a gift waiting for you at your next appointment as a thank you.

08/27/2025

Took a little break to recharge ☀️ Hope you’re all enjoying the final days of summer!

08/11/2025

It's definitely been a hot summer! Let's take a look at some of the best points for cooling off and finding balance as we head into yet another super-sunny week.☀️Our latest blog is all about the points we use to treat heat-related symptoms like restlessness, irritability, insomnia, digestive upset and even burnout.

Check it out below👇

If you feel like this summer’s extreme heat has been taking its toll, you’re probably right. Here are 5 points that can help.

07/21/2025

Here's something I get asked a lot: Why do we *almost always* place a needle at the top of your head?

That point—Du 20—isn’t just powerful, it’s foundational. It's also known as “Hundred Convergences,” where important energy pathways converge. It’s where all of the channels in your body meet, meaning it can be used to treat the entire body.

Because of that, it’s often used to:
🌿 Calm the nervous system
🌀 Balance your Qi
📈 Support emotional clarity and focus
🪷 Anchor the spirit (Shen)

Essentially, DU 20 helps your whole system communicate more clearly. It gently brings your body into alignment, like pressing the reset button at the start of each session.

And now you know! If you're curious about any other points, let me know in the comments!

07/11/2025

From Patient Appreciation Days to snow days and everything in between, we love every chat, every appointment and yes, even every unexpected moment the past eight years have brought. Thanks to all of you for being a part of what we love to do. Happy 8th birthday, Radiant Sun Acupuncture!

07/07/2025

One last tea to wrap up our look at some of my favorites ... Don’t let the sting fool you, nettle is one of nature’s gentlest healers.

Stinging nettle is used to nourish the blood, support the kidneys, and gently clear heat and toxins. It’s especially helpful for easing seasonal allergies, supporting healthy hair and skin, and rebuilding strength after stress or illness.

Think of it as a daily tonic: grounding, replenishing and deeply mineral-rich. A warm cup of nettle tea might be exactly what your body’s been asking for. 🍵

06/25/2025

Tulsi—also known as holy basil—is one of my favorite teas, and I recommend it a lot. It's a calming adaptogen with deep roots in traditional healing.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, tulsi is known for its ability to calm the Shen (spirit), ease stress, and support the heart, lungs and digestion. It gently clears heat, lifts the mood, and helps the body adapt to physical and emotional stress.

Sip tulsi tea when you need a moment of balance—a steady exhale for your nervous system and a quiet boost for your resilience. 💚

06/23/2025

Turmeric is both trendy and time-tested.✨

Known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as jiang huang, turmeric is used to invigorate blood, move Qi and ease pain, especially in the joints and abdomen. Its warm, spicy nature makes it ideal for addressing stagnation and inflammation.🌿✨

Whether you're managing chronic pain, PMS or post-workout soreness, turmeric can be a powerful ally when used intentionally and in harmony with your body's needs.

Curious how it fits into your care plan? Let’s talk. Have you tried adding turmeric?