Kokin Healing Recipes
Welcome to our healing kitchen, where each recipe is a step toward wellness. At our center for acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine, nutrition and massage therapy, we believe that true healing extends beyond adjustments—it starts with what you nourish your body with. Our monthly blog will feature simple, healing recipes designed to support your health journey, bringing balance and vitality from the inside out. Join us in cooking for healing and well-being!
Warm Spiced Almond Milk with Nutmeg and Cinnamon: Cozy, Healing, and Nourishing
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...
Marin’s Curried Lentil Soup
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...
Golden Turmeric Bone Broth
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....
Pear & Mango Glow Smoothie
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...
Apple & Sauerkraut Salad with Caraway Dressing
When it comes to supporting your gut–brain connection, sometimes the simplest recipes pack the biggest punch. This Apple & Sauerkraut Salad with Caraway Dressing is crunchy, tangy, and refreshing — and it’s full of gut-friendly probiotics and fiber to keep your...
Lentil & Spinach Gut-Healing Stew
This stew is designed with gut health in mind. Lentils provide prebiotic fiber that feeds the good bacteria in your gut, spinach adds antioxidants and vitamins, while warming spices like turmeric and cumin help fight inflammation. It’s family-friendly,...
Peach & Oat Breakfast Parfait with Almond Butter Drizzle
This parfait is rich in fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based protein—perfect for sustained energy and mental clarity throughout the morning. The natural sweetness of peaches pairs beautifully with creamy yogurt and nutty oats, while the almond butter drizzle adds a...
Zucchini Noodles with Basil-Pistachio Pesto
Why This Recipe Works for a Post-Indulgence Reset Zucchini noodles (“zoodles”) are a light, veggie-based alternative to pasta that still satisfy your craving for a comforting bowl of noodles — without the heavy carbs. Pair them with a fresh basil-pistachio pesto, and...
Rosemary & Lemon Lentil Soup: A Nourishing Bowl for Body & Mind
When the days feel heavy or your digestion needs a little love, a bowl of warm, zesty soup can do more than satisfy hunger—it can help reset and restore your whole system. This Rosemary & Lemon Lentil Soup is a calming, detoxifying dish designed to support...
Anti-Inflammatory Pumpkin Seed & Turmeric Hummus
Chronic pain and inflammation don’t just need treatment—they need fuel. This delicious pumpkin seed and turmeric hummus is a snack that fights back. Packed with anti-inflammatory turmeric, magnesium-rich pumpkin seeds, and healthy fats, it’s the perfect addition to...
Meet Marin L. Kokin, L.Ac.
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.