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We provide natural, personalized healthcare by combining advanced methods of analysis, treatment and self-care - from both traditional and modern sources.

08/03/2022

Your capacity tomorrow depends on the quality of your sleep tonight.

Sleep is a time for repair & recycling, clearing waste products, as well as memory consolidation, learning, processing, muscle growth, and fat burning. How well you sleep and how much cellular repair is being carried out depends on the integrity of your circadian rhythms.

On the one hand, the level of light dictates when and how long you sleep in a natural setting. On the other hand, what you do and when you do things during the day determines how you sleep. When you wake, eat, and exercise as well as the light you live under are critical factors impacting your sleep.

Living more in sync with the natural light-and-dark cycles would mean that you sleep less in summer when the days are longer and more in winter. Ideally, you want to adjust your sleep with the seasons to match your biology to your natural light environment.

In order to fall asleep when you hit the pillows, you want to stop any stimulating activity/exposure at least 30 minutes before your bedtime. Give yourself some time to relax, switch off all devices, and do something soothing/connecting to prepare your nervous system for sleep.

06/27/2022

Embrace & balance summer’s yang-fire energy:

-Balance your fire element by swimming in a cold, dark pool or stream
-Laugh! In the Chinese tradition, there are sounds associated with the five seasons, and the sound associated with summer is laughter.
-Build connection and spend time with loved ones.
-Self-love (i.e. the inward aspect of tending one’s fire), as well as creating the space and time to do the things you love to do (hobbies, activities, etc).
-Stand facing south (the direction of summer) for a few moments & honor the “southness” of summer

06/21/2022

☀️Today is officially the first day of summer!

During the summer the organ that receives extra energy is the heart. When the seasons change so do the organs we should focus on in the body. You should focus on the heart during summer. Feed the heart, heart-nourishing foods & make sure to remain active so the heart receives positive energy.

Our body works in conjunction with the daily, monthly & yearly cycles. We are healthiest when abiding by nature’s cycle. The most basic rule being – active during the day and sleeping at night. During the summer’s increase of yang energy & sunlight, we may find ourselves waking up earlier & staying up later, enjoying bright bursts of spontaneous activity, going out, and socializing more. This is all normal & in harmony with the season.

However, all of the extra light and activity can cause disturbance in sleep quantity & quality. One way we can balance the yang-fire energy is to create space for care, connection & slowing down. Think of a roaring fire that has burned out and the smoldering embers that remain. It’s okay to smolder.

Another way to work with the summer seasonal energy is to get a ‘tune-up.’ This is especially true if you experienced health problems last winter. It may seem counterintuitive to treat your winter colds during the summer, but the best time to treat winter diseases are when yang energy reaches its peak. The tonifying treatment used during summer months will help strengthen and prevent winter weakness and sickness.
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05/23/2022

The Fire element, one of the TCM 5 elements, is associated with the Heart and its partner organ, small Intestine. When it is unbalanced, you may experience:

Anxiety, agitation, or disturbed sleep: This is because Heart governs blood circulation and houses the Spirit (mind). Excess heat in the Heart can disturb the mind.

Excessive sweating: In TCM, perspiration is the “fluid” of the Heart. Sweat comes from body fluid and the Heart controls body fluids to some extent. If you experience constant excessive sweating without much exertion, it may be a sign of Heart Qi deficiency.

Lifestyle Tips:
-Fire is related to BITTER: Bitter gourd, celery, green vegetables are good options. You’ll benefit from juicy fruits (watermelon) and vegetable (cucumber) to extinguish the fire. Make sure you take adequate liquid.
-Fire types can overheat easily. Hence, it’s important to replenish the Yin (water) and check Yang (fire) in check. Avoid spicy hot food and stimulants such as energy drinks and caffeine as they will deplete the Yin. Add Yin nourishing herbs such as Mai D**g, Yu Zhu, Lily bulbs, and Goji in your diet.
-Fire types become too scattered sometimes, making you feel anxious, nervous, or experience that “FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)” syndrome. Be mindful of that.
Try to plan ahead and prioritize just a few important things every day. Set regular schedules and regular meals too.

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05/18/2022

MOVEMENT is.....

E N E R G Y
Increases energy by regulating the body toward homeostasis by raising or diminishing peripheral blood components necessary for optimal energy.

M E N T A L Wellbeing
Stimulates neurotransmitters in the brain increasing serotonin, endorphin and norepinephrine levels.

In TCM recommends regular movement & exercise to sustain adequate Qi-energy flow. However, according to TCM theory too much vigorous exercise can be depleting. For those who are already depleted energy-wise this can be problematic. Even those who are not depleted need to exercise caution during the summer months, as vigorous exercise that results in too much sweating/perspiring depletes Qi energy. Since Qi energy is necessary for vibrant health, it is important to reserve as much Qi energy as possible.

Some of things we enjoy doing for movement are:
Strength training
Boxing
Stair Stepper
Roller skating
Walking on the beach

What do you like to do for movement?

05/16/2022

Are you suffering form Anxiety?

In many Western schools of thought, anxiety disorders are considered to be dysfunctions in a person’s brain chemistry. An acupuncturist does not view anxiety as a brain dysfunction, but rather as an imbalance in a person’s organ system. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this imbalance is called Shan You Si (“anxiety & preoccupation”), and is believed to affect the main organs: the Heart, Lung, Spleen, Liver, and Kidneys. Each organ is related to different aspects of a person’s emotions.

For instance, worry is said to affect the Spleen, grief affects the Lungs, anger the Liver, fear the Kidneys, and lack of joy the Heart. If a person experiences one or more of these emotions over a long period of time due to lifestyle, dietary, hereditary and environmental factors, it can cause an imbalanced emotional state and lead to various anxiety disorders.
The role of an acupuncturist is to investigate the underlying causes of the anxiety by carrying out a thorough diagnostic evaluation in order to determine which organ system has been affected and is out of balance.

05/06/2022

Gentle Reminder: Remember the process may be slow but you were able to recognize it and you started the healing process.

You will go through many ups & downs during your healing journey, but remember, give yourself forgiveness and grace.
Move forward in each day with with self love & compassion.

04/27/2022

Your heart generates an electromagnetic field that reaches several feet outside of your physical body. People can feel you.

We are electrical, electromagnetic and energetic beings. New research shows the human heart is much more than an efficient pump that sustains life. The heart math institute research suggests the heart also is an access point to a source of wisdom and intelligence that we can call upon to live our lives with more balance, greater creativity and enhanced intuitive capacities. All of these are important for increasing personal effectiveness, improving health and relationships and achieving greater fulfillment.

In recent years, the heartmath institute has conducted a number of research studies that have explored topics such as the electrophysiology of intuition and the degree to which the heart’s magnetic field, which radiates outside the body, carries information that affects other people and even our pets, and links people together in surprising ways. We also launched the Global Coherence Initiative (GCI), which explores the interconnectivity of humanity with Earth’s magnetic fields.

Awareness, healings, heart space are the keys to a new world.

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04/19/2022

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04/14/2022

Who loves cupping as much as we do?

Cupping helps the body & mind release & let go.
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04/11/2022

"Meghan has been treating me for an injured back and has been such an incredible wealth of knowledge. She explains so thoroughly what her treatments do for my back and how it works. Because she is so intuitive, she's also treated me for emotional / stress. She had given me diet plans, herb formulas for my specific needs and so much material to help me learn how to take care of my body on my own. I really feel like she wants to get to know me to better understand how to help me as a whole, not just my injury!

My back has felt so much improvement since going to her. Every acupuncturist approaches wellness differently and I'm so happy I found Meghan. She is so versed in wellness, Chinese medicine, western medicine, science and tech that I feel so taken care of when she treats me." -Tara S.

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04/07/2022

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03/31/2022

Everything I've been working so hard on has been fueled by past experiences. The highest honor of my life is being a steward of holistic heath and effective healing. This has always been more than just a job for me. It's a purpose and a calling. Endlessly humbled and thankful!

03/30/2022

At Meta Health we create a space to help you heal. ✨
Providing the tools, resources and an individualized treatment plan, to support you through your healing journey.

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03/27/2022

A day of rest is a day of healing, don't feel guilty for it.

03/23/2022

Thrive this S P R I N G!

In TCM, one of the best ways to stay healthy is to live in balance with the seasons. Balance, in this context, means mindfully crafting your diet & certain aspects of your lifestyle based on what season it is.

Chinese medical thought prescribes realigning our diets with what would be available to us in the region where we live & at each time of year. In this way, we’re aligning ourselves with the rhythms of the earth. Living in balance with the seasons helps to keep us healthy.

Each season is also connected to one of the main organ networks & a related element, both based on associations with what is happening in our bodies & in the natural world. In spring, TCM says we should be attentive to our livers. Springtime is all about new life & life-giving processes. The liver provides essential support to our lungs, heart and circulation system – in other words, all the life-giving systems in our bodies. The liver also stores & distributes nourishment to the whole body. It also filters toxins from the blood and breaks them down for elimination.

When the liver is functioning properly, there is functionality throughout the whole body, and we feel a physical & emotional freedom & expansiveness that allow us to take on the essence of springtime.

03/21/2022

With the promise of renewal, warmth and longer days on the horizon, spring offers an opportunity to dust ourselves off and freshen up. It is a perfect time to cleanse our body and environment, support our souls and revisit our intentions. If we come into these activities of rejuvenation with wisdom and mindful compassion, they can serve as a nourishing practice.

03/07/2022

What can you do to strengthen & improve your digestive system?

Understand what it needs & start with these simple adjustments. Your body will send you clear signals you are on the right track.

* Give your digestive system warmth & protein, especially in the morning.

* Don’t wake up eating a breakfast of cold cereal & cold drinks. Start with a warm breakfast — anything you like that is warm & high in protein. Also start the day with something warm to drink.

* Organize a routine of eating smaller, high energy meals often. Don’t go for long periods of the day without eating. Remember, when you are doing intense mental work you need protein to sustain you. Think of yourself as a mental athlete! It might be wise not to eat a lot, as that will slow you mentally, but have high quality snacks of nuts, fruit, protein bar, etc. available. Do not push through if you feel hungry. Your body is telling you it needs support, i.e., eat when you’re hungry!

* Don’t eat & work at the same time or use the computer while you’re eating. Make a few moments to eat calmly & quietly.

* Slow down to eat, chew slowly & eat mindfully. Enjoy your meals.

* Move your body! A lifestyle, full of stress, emotionally upset, overworked, & lack of healthy movement leads to stagnation. Regular exercise & practices such as meditation or engaging in an activity you love, help with energy flow throughout the body supporting your digestive system.

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Welcome to Meta Health

At Meta Health we provide natural, personalized healthcare by combining advanced methods of analysis, treatment and self-care - from both traditional and modern sources.

Our holistic approach incorporates acupuncture, chiropractic, massage and hypnotherapy. We focus on training your brain, regulating your nervous system and healing your body and spirit.