Acupuncture, Herbs & Health Coaching In Chicago, IL

Mena Swanson Eastwood, MS, L.Ac, Dipl. OM, Board Cert. herbalist, LMT

 

Welcome to Amena Wellness Center in Chicago, IL, where the specialization is women’s health & wellness.

Whether you suffer from hormonal, menopausal, PMS, or other menstrual symptoms, digestive issues or psycho-emotional issues such as anxiety, mild depression, stress, insomnia, feeling stuck, or you simply want a healthier lifestyle–mind body and spirit–natural medicine can be of great benefit in your healing journey!

Using acupuncture, herbs, Traditional Chinese Medicine, health & wellness coaching, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/Tapping) and other natural modalities, you’ll find that health, healing & happiness is possible! 

 

Integrative & Nature Based Health Care for Women

Mind Body Spirit

Acupuncture ~ Chinese Herbal Medicine ~ Nutrition ~ Qigong

Health & Wellness Coaching ~ EFT (Tapping)

Aromatherapy ~ Massage ~ Reiki 

Meditation ~ Conscious Living ~ Universal Laws

Holistic Cleanses ~ Workshops ~ Retreats~ Corporate Wellness

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5 Acupoints to Help You Navigate Your Stress This Winter

Published January 20, 2020

There are several acupressure points that are known to treat stress and stress related symptoms. It’s important to understand that acupressure is not the only form of treatment and having a balanced diet, exercise regime and lifestyle will also decrease the chances of stress being a factor in your life.

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Stay Healthy This Winter with a Balanced Qi

Winter’s element is water and is associated with the kidneys, which in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is considered the source of all qi and energy within the body. Winter is also associated with the bladder and adrenal glands.

Focusing on inner reflection, rest, energy conservation and storage during the winter months is when it’s most important as

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Winter Acupuncture: Governing Vessel 14

Governing Vessel 14 is called The Great Hammer. This point is located below C 7 on the spine. C 7, the seventh cervical vertebrae is the one which is the most prominent. Traditionally the vertebrae were referred to as hammers because of their resemblance to the tool. This point is great because it is the intersecting point for

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