Acupuncture is an ancient practice that began over 3000 years ago in China. Today, it continues to be used as a vital healing modality, including at our clinic, where we are lucky to have two incredible acupuncturists. While we know its inherent value, how exactly does acupuncture work? What conditions is it best for and is there any research on its effectiveness? Today’s conversation with Heidi Most is all about how acupuncture works and the current research on how it benefits a myriad of conditions. Heidi is an acupuncturist with more than 20 years of experience in the acupuncture field, including as a teacher at the University level, as an acupuncture researcher, and a private practitioner. She has a deep love and admiration for East Asian Medicine and how it can improve the medical system in the United States and the health of all people worldwide Please enjoy this insightful conversation on the incredible research behind acupuncture’s effectiveness and how acupuncture can benefit your healing journey. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 3:53 - What drew Heidi to become an acupuncturist? 5:33 - How does acupuncture work? 6:40 - What is it like to experience acupuncture? 13:08 - The 4 inspections as diagnostic tools 18:52 - Acupuncture research 23:50 - Gut symptoms 27:08 - Anxiety and depression 32:10 - Acupuncture in pregnancy & fertility 40:00 - Other modalities in acupuncture 42:54 - Nutrition & acupuncture 51:05 - Learn more about Heidi and work with an acupuncturist