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.
True heart health goes beyond workouts -- discover how emotional balance, stress resilience, sleep, and lifestyle habits protect your heart every single day. When you think of heart health, you probably picture jogging shoes, treadmills, or step counters. But...
Winter brings cozy sweaters, hot drinks, and slower days -- but for many, it also brings achy joints and morning stiffness. Cold temperatures can tighten connective tissues, reduce circulation, and make old aches more noticeable. If you’ve been feeling stiff or sore...
The beginning of a new year often encourages us to move faster, aim higher, and do more — yet physiologically, this is the exact moment our bodies need the opposite. The holidays bring disrupted routines, emotional stress, late nights, rich foods, and mental overload....
The holidays bring abundance — full plates, rich foods, celebratory drinks, and relaxed routines. While joyful, this seasonal shift can overwhelm your digestive system. Overeating, heavier foods, and alcohol can slow digestion, disrupt gut rhythm, and leave you...
Overindulgence may be a holiday tradition… but so are the consequences: bloating, heartburn, sluggishness, irritability, and poor sleep. Instead of merely recovering after the fact, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) encourages strengthening your digestive system...
How hormone balance, targeted acupoints, soothing rituals, and herbal blends support deep, restorative rest. If you’ve been finding it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep, you’re not alone. Modern stress, screen-heavy evenings, and irregular routines disrupt the...
As the days grow cooler and the world feels busier, our digestive systems often wave a quiet white flag. Between the stress of global uncertainties, the pressure of year-end workloads, irregular meals, iced drinks that somehow remain irresistible, and the creeping...
When temperatures drop, your muscles and connective tissues lose elasticity, leading to tightness and restricted movement. Cold weather can also slow circulation, meaning less oxygen and nutrients reach your muscles — a key reason you might feel sore or stiff after...
As autumn paints the world in warm hues, your skin faces a new challenge -- dryness and dullness caused by cooler air and lower humidity. But here’s the good news: your glow doesn’t depend on expensive products. With a few mindful changes and holistic support, you can...
We often think of the brain as the command center of the body, but your gut plays a surprisingly powerful role in how you feel every day. Scientists call the gut your “second brain” because it communicates directly with your nervous system through a pathway known as...
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.