Fibre, while not named explicitly in classical Chinese texts, can be understood through its energetic and functional actions. Fibre-rich foods—like vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, and seeds—are typically seen as cooling and moistening, and they promote the smooth movement of Qi and Fluids through the digestive tract. This aligns with fibre’s known ability in Western medicine to support regular bowel movements and prevent stagnation.

Yin Yoga is a gentle, meditative practice where postures are held for longer periods, inviting deep release through the fascia, joints, and connective tissues. But more than just physical stretching, Yin is an invitation to soften. Kelly Bennetta runs Yin Yoga every Friday night, 6-7pm at Beach Acupuncture & Wellness Lounge, Christies Beach.

Blood deficiency, low iron and anaemia are more common than you may think. Research shows low iron is an issue for endometriosis sufferers, and for those women who have heavy periods. However, low iron can occur in the healthiest of people, and sometimes absorption is influenced by stress levels.

Dr. Rebecca Brook is an AHPRA Registered and degree qualified Acupuncturist and Dr. Of Chinese Medicine. She also holds postgraduate studies in Sexology and has a keen interest in women’s sexual health and overall wellbeing. Bookings at her clinic south of Adelaide in Christies Beach are available so come and explore how to get your iron levels up, and build some blood!

Blood deficiency, low iron and anaemia are more common than you may think. Research shows low iron is more common in endometriosis sufferers, and for those women who have heavy periods. Dr. Rebecca Brook is an AHPRA Registered and degree qualified Acupuncturist and Dr. Of Chinese Medicine. She also holds postgraduate studies in Sexology and has a keen interest in women’s sexual health and overall wellbeing. Bookings at her clinic south of Adelaide in Christies Beach are available so come and explore how to get your iron levels up, and build some blood!

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine provide a unique approach to lacking libido and desire - for both men and women. Dr. Rebecca Brook is an AHPRA Registered and degree qualified Acupuncturist and Dr. Of Chinese Medicine. She also holds postgraduate studies in Sexology and has a keen interest in women’s sexual health and libido. Bookings at her clinic south of Adelaide are available so come and explore how to get your libido cranking again!

Perimenopause and menopause can be supported with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Often, practitioners work alongside your regular GP and we combine efforts to ensure your transition is as smooth as possible.

Endometriosis is more widespread than you may think. With statistics showing vast majorities of our female-at-birth population experiencing pain during the menstrual cycle, something must be done.

With extra funding, western medicine is now able to support more women and reduce diagnosis timeframes. However, Chinese medicine has been working on pain, stagnation of blood, congestion of blood and the treatment of these for thousands of years.

Endometriosis and the associated pain, discomfort, insomnia, time of work, social implications and anxiety/depression can all be supported within a Chinese medicine and acupuncture framework.

Visit our resident Acupuncturist, degree qualified Dr. Rebecca Brook (BHSc Acu, PGCert Sexology) for an assessment and treatment plan to support you through your journey to better health.

Hayfever is a condition that many people dread. That time of year causes hayfever sufferers to become more irritated, cranky, and just feeling crap! Allergens in the environment cause irritation to the mucosa and we become “symptomatic”.

Hayfever is a common complaint Dr. Rebecca Brook sees in clinic. Hayfever sufferers in Adelaide can see symptoms starting as early as August some years, so preparing for the hayfever season early is vital.

To get a clearer picture on your health status and what is suitable for you, book a consult for Acupuncture today.

Food plays a vital role in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dietary advice is often supplied for patients during treatment with Dr. Rebecca Brook, our resident Acupuncturist. However, for a quick and easy meal plan, read on!

This meal plan is ideal for those who may need some digestive support-whether that’s for recovery from a tummy bug like gastro, or to ease bloating. Keep in mind, this advice is not medical advice. Nor is it for everyone. To get a clearer picture on your health status and what is suitable for you, book a consult for Acupuncture today.

FERTILITY through a chinese medicine and acupuncture lens. Learn some basic tips on how acupuncture can support your journey from contemplating a baby, right through to conception.

Natural Fertility is possible, and with support and guidance about what foods you should eat, right through to supplements and treatments, Dr. Rebecca Brook (BHSc Acu, PGCert Sexology) is here to help you through tha maze!

Dr. Rebecca Brook is a local Acupuncturist at Christies Beach, South Australia. She decided to share this post for all her new patients, because sometimes something new can seem quite scary!

Whether you’ve had acupuncture fifty times, or never, this post will give you insight into the treatments she provides at Beach Acupuncture & Wellness Lounge, 49d Beach Rd Christies Beach SA 5165

It all begins with waking up…

If you’re not a shift worker, and your usual wake time is in fact the morning, this will resonate with you.

For shift workers-I shall share another blog about your body clock soon!

BREAKFAST - who eats it? Who doesn’t?

As mentioned, if you’re a morning waker then you most likely fall into one of two categories. That you’re hungry, or you’re not.

Within TCM or Traditional Chinese medicine, it is noted that the time of the stomach is 7-9am. This is the time the stomach qi or energy is strongest. So it makes sense to eat between those times right?

Yes!

If you eat at 10am, ok, you’re still eating…however you’re falling more into the energy of the spleen (which is 9-11am).

So why eat when the stomach energy is high?

If you’re trying to maintain weight, improve your cognitive functioning, support blood building, build muscle (for gym junkies), maintain stamina through the day - then eating when the stomach is in tip top shape is VITAL!

Energy from foods eaten during stomach time transfers to the spleen to provide what we call “gu qi”, or energy to make blood. Gu qi provides support for spleen qi also, thus improving digestion, movement of fluids, bowel motions and reducing bloating.

So for those who say “eating breakfast bloats me”, it’s likely you’re either eating at the incorrect time, eating foods that aren’t ideal for A.M dining, or there’s an underlying deficiency.

Either way - an acupuncturist can support you in how to improve your daily health in a very big way!

Booking a consult to work through what YOUR current schedule is like will enable better health, better digestion, and improved focus through the day.

Visit Dr. Rebecca Brook at www.beachacupuncture.com.au or her instagram account @_drrebeccabrookacupuncture and hit the Book Now button to schedule your appointment!