Resources & Insights

This space brings together blog articles designed to share clear, practical, and evidence-informed insights into acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and holistic health.

The posts aim to support understanding, answer common questions, and provide helpful information that patients and the wider community can explore at their own pace.

Browse through the list below or scroll down to see all available articles.

Andrew Mulkearns Andrew Mulkearns

What Are Ear Seeds and Why Are They So Popular?

Ear seeds have become increasingly popular on social media, but they have been used for many years as part of Traditional Chinese Medicine and auricular acupuncture. This article explains what ear seeds are, how they are traditionally used, what current research says, and why they should be considered as part of an individualised assessment by a registered Chinese medicine practitioner rather than as a one-size-fits-all approach.

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Andrew Mulkearns Andrew Mulkearns

The Chinese Body Clock: What Does It Really Mean?

Does waking at 3 am really indicate a Liver problem? This article examines the Traditional Chinese Medicine Body Clock, explores common causes of disrupted sleep, and explains why an individualised assessment is more important than relying on the time you wake.

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Andrew Mulkearns Andrew Mulkearns

Brain Fog: Why You Feel Mentally Cloudy and How Traditional Chinese Medicine Takes an Individualised Approach

Brain fog can have many possible causes, ranging from stress and poor sleep to hormonal changes and underlying medical conditions. This article explores what brain fog is, how Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) traditionally assesses these symptoms, and where acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine may be considered within an individualised treatment approach alongside appropriate medical care.

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Andrew Mulkearns Andrew Mulkearns

Chinese Herbal Medicine - Warrnambool

This article provides a general overview of Chinese herbal medicine as practised within Traditional Chinese Medicine and regulated in Australia. It explains how herbal formulas are traditionally selected through an individualised assessment, the importance of practitioner regulation and safety, and how Chinese herbal medicine may be used alongside conventional healthcare to support informed decision-making.

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Andrew Mulkearns Andrew Mulkearns

Why Do We Check Your Pulse in Chinese Medicine?

Pulse diagnosis is a unique tool in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that offers deep insight into your overall health. At Warrnambool Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, we feel for the strength, speed, depth, quality, and position of your pulse to understand energy flow, organ function, and imbalances. This gentle, non-invasive method helps guide personalised treatments in acupuncture, herbs, diet, and lifestyle — supporting your body’s natural healing from the inside out.

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