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.
As we transition through seasonal shifts, it’s the perfect time to nourish the Heart -- physically and emotionally. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Heart governs not only circulation but also joy, connection, and mental clarity. This month’s featured tea...
When most people think of heart health, dessert is rarely invited to the conversation. But dark chocolate -- especially when paired with antioxidant-rich raspberries -- can be part of a balanced, heart-supportive lifestyle. This Dark Chocolate Raspberry Bark is...
After the rush of the holidays and the chill of colder days, your body often craves something warm, simple, and grounding. Enter slow-simmered vegetable broth with shiitake mushrooms – a humble yet powerful staple that supports digestion, hydration, immunity, and...
Cold mornings call for something warm, comforting, and nourishing -- without the heaviness of cream or sugar-laden drinks. Enter Warm Cardamom Oat Milk: a dairy-free, soothing beverage that wakes you up gently while giving your digestion and immune system a gentle...
When digestion feels sluggish or irritated, warm, gently cooked foods can be incredibly soothing. This Ginger–Pear Digestive Compote is a comforting, easy-to-digest recipe designed to calm the stomach, reduce bloating, and support healthy digestion — especially after...
Looking for a delicious way to support digestion before holiday dinners? This cozy Warm Apple-Cinnamon Digestive Spritzer blends seasonal flavors with herbs that naturally ease bloating, warm the stomach, and help your body break down heavy meals. Perfect for sipping...
As the evenings get cooler and the air takes on a crisp, autumnal feel, nothing says comfort like a warm, spiced drink. One of our favorites at Kokin Healing Center is Warm Spiced Almond Milk infused with nutmeg and cinnamon—a naturally soothing, nourishing beverage...
This soup was first featured during my favorite culinary conference, Healthy Kitchens, Healthy Lives. It’s high in protein and fiber, and is perfect served hot or room temp! Make it spicy with extra red pepper flakes, or keep it mild! HINT: heating the aromatic spices...
As the temperatures drop, your body craves warmth — not just from cozy sweaters, but from foods that comfort and heal from within. This Golden Turmeric Bone Broth is the perfect fall tonic: deeply nourishing, anti-inflammatory, and soothing for joints and muscles....
As the weather cools and dryness sets in, your skin may start craving extra hydration. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fall corresponds to the Lung and Large Intestine meridians, both of which influence your skin’s health and moisture balance. This smoothie...
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.