When I opened Acupoint Wellness, my primary goal was to create a space where people could feel safe and know that their wellness needs are being taken care of. When we take care of our bodies, it can significantly help our mental wellness — particularly in times of stress. (Dear 2020, I’m talking about you.) […]

Alanna Allan is a Registered Acupuncturist, Certified Nutritional Practitioner, and Usui Holy Fire Reiki Practitioner at Acupoint Wellness.  Born and raised in Vancouver, Alanna has a gentle ease to her that comes through in her treatments — she exudes wisdom beyond her years. Her empathy and passion for health and well-being make her an ideal […]

Cydney Grey Rumball is a woman on a mission to bring healthy natural skincare mainstream. A Registered Acupuncturist, she has an extensive background in nutrition and kinesiology, her true passion for wellness led her to become a registered acupuncturist. Her specialty? Cosmetic Acupuncture + facial Gua Sha treatments.  She incorporates her knowledge of movement, yoga, […]

If you look at magazines, on TV, in movies — really, in most media — a common image is women in (and sometimes men) with flawless, unlined skin. In advertising, the encouragement of women to erase facial lines is frequent. Photoshop and filters create pressure to look young.  As I get older, my goal is […]

Summer equals outdoor exploration and often eating and drinking foods that may dehydrate our bodies. Aside from water, one of my favourite ways to hydrate in summer months is sipping on a watermelon summer tonic. This brightly coloured drink is great for hot weather and for anyone who experiences dehydration and heat in their body. […]

When you hear the word ‘meditation’, what does your mind conjure up? Is it an image of someone sitting completely still in a lotus pose with a serene look on their face? This alone — the idea that you have to be perfectly still, without any thoughts racing through your mind, to achieve meditation — is […]

A standard practice in Traditional Chinese Medicine, cupping provides a twofold of benefits. Not only does a cupping treatment provide relief and healing for the recipient, but it also provides the practitioner with a valuable snapshot of what’s happening inside the body! (A win-win for everyone.)  It’s no wonder then that cupping has also found […]

In the winter our bodies go into restorative mode. In this mode, the body becomes especially receptive to nourishment. You may feel more tired in this season than usual, as your body sends energy towards recovering and healing from the more active previous seasons. As such, it’s a perfect time to give yourself a nourishing […]

Finding a nourishing bone broth recipe isn’t very difficult – there are so many available. But, if you want a more plant-forward or low-cost option, finding a vegetable broth that can hold the depth, colour, and flavour that most bone broths carry can be a bit more challenging.  After plenty of searches that fell a […]

Overlapping both eastern and western medicine, elderberry is one of our favourite natural remedies, and packs a powerful punch. Rich in antioxidants and high in Vitamins A, B, and C (100g of berries contains about 60% of your daily Vitamin C intake), we love elderberries for their cold and flu-fighting abilities.  A Natural Immune Booster […]