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Can acupuncture and herbal medicine help you sleep better?
Struggling to sleep? At Eight Branches in Lincolnshire, Alison Seymour uses acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine to calm the mind, balance the body, and support deep, restorative sleep.
Nov 113 min read


Can acupuncture and herbal remedies boost your immune system?
As the seasons change, our immune systems can need extra support. Alison Seymour explains how acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can strengthen your body’s natural defences and help you stay balanced through autumn and winter.
Oct 153 min read


Can acupuncture improve fertility and support IVF?
Fertility is one of the most emotionally charged areas of health, and for many people, the path to parenthood is not as simple or...
Sep 152 min read


How does Chinese medicine treat the root cause of illness?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) sees symptoms as messengers, not the problem. At Eight Branches in North Hykeham, Alison Seymour uses acupuncture, herbal medicine, and reflexology to uncover and treat the root causes of illness. Her personalised, holistic care aims to restore balance and support lasting well-being.
Aug 112 min read


What should you eat this season according to Chinese medicine?
As the seasons shift, so should our diets. Chinese medicine teaches us that what we eat and when we eat it – can support our body’s natural rhythms and improve overall wellbeing. In this post, Lincolnshire-based practitioner Alison Seymour explains how seasonal eating can nourish both body and mind.
Jul 113 min read


Can Reflexology help with stress and anxiety?
In a world that often demands more than it gives back, stress and anxiety have become part of everyday life for many. While modern...
Jun 112 min read


What is the role of Acupuncture in modern healthcare?
As the fast pace of modern life continues to shape our health challenges, many people are turning to traditional therapies to find...
May 132 min read


The season of Spring – Awakening time for growth and new beginnings
Spring belongs to the element of Wood in Chinese medicine, signifying new beginnings and rebirth after the cold harshness of winter.
Mar 313 min read


Choose a professional
Did you know that there are no minimum or regulatory standards, for acupuncturists in the UK! This means that anyone can call themselves...
Jan 152 min read


The importance of nutrition
At the beginning of a new year many of us make resolutions, such as to lose weight, drink less alcohol and eat more healthily etc. All...
Jan 152 min read


It's not just what you eat, it's how you eat.
Make positive changes to your eating habits by embracing moderation, focusing on how you eat, & nurturing a balanced relationship with food.
Jan 4, 20223 min read


Why choose a traditional acupuncturist for your treatment?
Acupuncture isn’t just about inserting needles – it’s about understanding your body’s energy.
Nov 19, 20213 min read


The importance of sleep for health: How acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine can help insomnia
Struggling with sleep? Discover how insomnia affects health and explore alternative solutions.
Nov 17, 20202 min read


Not all headaches are the same
Headaches are common, but when they become chronic, they can significantly impact daily life.
Sep 16, 20203 min read


How we are working to keep you safe
We’ve implemented essential safety measures to ensure your acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments remain safe and comfortable.
Jul 28, 20203 min read


Emotional health and lifestyle consultations
Discover how Chinese Medicine and Yangsheng principles can help balance your emotions and improve your health for a more fulfilling life.
Aug 27, 20193 min read


Midlife and Menopause Consultations
Embrace your Second Spring with TCM. Personalised support for midlife and menopause to restore balance and vitality.
Jun 5, 20192 min read
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