Sarah Johnson Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine - West Lake, Austin, TX

08/14/2025

https://www.sjohnsonlac.com/blog/2025/8/1/jing-our-life-force-how-to-protect-it-to-enhance-fertility

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Jing is considered one of the most vital substances for health and longevity. Often translated as “essence,” Jing is the foundational energy that fuels growth, development, reproduction, and life itself. Think of it as your body's deepest reservoir of vital...

08/01/2025

🍉Eat with the season the TCM way!

☀️Summer is the season of Fire, joy, and yang energy. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, it’s the perfect time to eat cooling, hydrating foods like watermelon,cucumber, and mint and to avoid overly spicy, greasy, or heavy meals.

🍴Balance your plate and thrive all summer!

05/21/2025

https://www.sjohnsonlac.com/blog/2025/5/14/endometriosis-and-chemical-exposure

Acupuncture has become a popular form of treatment for people with endometriosis. Diet and lifestyle adjustments are important components when dealing with endometriosis and growing evidence suggests that chemical exposure can also be linked to it and to other pelvic inflammatory conditions. What C

11/26/2024

https://www.sjohnsonlac.com/blog/2024/11/20/treating-hot-flashes-with-acupuncture

What Are Hot Flashes? Hot flashes are the number one symptom women experience during the transition into menopause. 75% of people report hot flashes during perimenopause & menopause, by far the most recognizable symptom. Hot flashes can occur at any time of day or night, and can come on

11/13/2024

Starting acupuncture and herbal medicine now will help you later if you suffer from cedar allergies! 🍂🌿✨

09/25/2024

https://www.sjohnsonlac.com/blog/2024/9/25/acupuncture-101-back-to-the-basics

The History of Acupuncture Acupuncture originated in China thousands of years ago, where it is believed that sharpened stones were used to deliver treatment as long ago as 6000 BCE.  There’s some speculation that a similar practice was developing in other parts of the world too. The mumm

06/25/2024

https://www.sjohnsonlac.com/blog/2024/6/18/using-zinc-for-menopause

Did you know that one of the enzymes that’s vital for your senses of taste and smell is dependent on zinc? And that zinc is the second most abundant trace minerals in your body after iron? Besides your sense of taste and smell, this hard working mineral contributes in a lot of ways to your daily w...

06/18/2024

https://www.sjohnsonlac.com/blog/2024/4/18/clary-sage-oil-for-labor-preparation

I feel like when most of us think about essential oils, we think about how they can benefit our moods. Certain smells such as lavender and chamomile can bring us to a place of deep relaxation while others, like lemon and peppermint can lift us up and help us be more productive at work or at home. Es

04/18/2024

There are a few articles that I wanted to share with you! If you are interested in learning how acupuncture can boost your libido, what the color of your menstrual blood tells you, or why reading is good for you check them out on my website! 🩷🩵💚

02/15/2024

The days or weeks leading up to your period don’t have to be a struggle. Acupuncture is a gentle and effective way to treat PMS, PMDD, and other menstrual issues.

01/31/2024

Why being a bookworm is cool and tips on how to become one.

01/26/2024