At the Kokin Healing Center, we’re all about education. We love to empower our patients to learn how to take good care of their bodies; and we’re always learning ourselves. In that spirit, the Healing Blog is a place for us to teach and to learn. We hope you enjoy these posts and share them with friends, family and colleagues.
Sometimes wellness isn't about doing more. It's about creating small moments when your body gets permission to slow down. SP7, or Lougu, is an acupoint located along the inner lower leg on the Spleen meridian in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Traditionally,...
There is something deeply comforting about a warm bowl of porridge -- especially when cooler weather makes us naturally crave softer, warmer foods. This Millet & Sweet Squash Porridge pairs mild, nutty millet with the natural sweetness and velvety texture of...
Finding Calm, Resilience & Balance Through Seasonal Change Fall is beautiful -- but it can also feel strangely unsettling. There is something about this season that reminds us that everything is changing. Daylight disappears a little earlier. Temperatures shift....
There is something special about vegetables roasted until they are tender inside and beautifully caramelized around the edges. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of root vegetables while creating layers of flavor without requiring complicated ingredients. This...
“Rushing Yang” | Stomach Meridian Yuan-Source Point When we think about acupressure, we often picture points on the hands, shoulders, or head. But the feet contain many traditional acupuncture and acupressure points as well. ST42, or Chongyang, is located on the top...
Prepare Before the Season Takes Its Toll What if the reason you feel run down every time the seasons change isn't that your body is failing you, but that it's asking for more support? As temperatures, routines, daylight, sleep patterns, food choices, and stress levels...
Marin — acupuncturist, nutritionist, and owner of the Kokin Healing Center — is beloved by her patients. Read about patients that have found success at the Kokin Healing Center in Calabasas.