This months information packed PDF, celebrates the introduction of spring with tips to shake off winter stagnation and support liver function.

To use this shareable infographic designed to inspire with research backed habits to benefit the Liver. Download the PDF. Add your details into the fillable field in the bottom right corner. Save and share! Whether physical or digital, this resource is both a teaching tool and promotional material for your business.

Unblock Qi & clear Winter Stagnation

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Dutta, R. K., Oben, J., & Diehl, A. M. (2025). Sour taste sensation as a neuroimmune modulator in liver injury. Journal of hepatology, 83(3), 627–629. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhep.2025.06.003

Fujii, Y., Taira, S., Shinoda, K., Yamato, Y., Sakata, K., Muta, O., Osada, Y., Ono, A., Matsushita, T., Azumi, M., Shikano, H., Abe, K., Calabrese, V., & Osakabe, N. (2025). Astringent flavanol fires the locus-noradrenergic system, regulating neurobehavior and autonomic nerves. Current Research in Food Science, 11, 101195. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.crfs.2025.101195

Lin, G., Chang, W., Chen, K., Tsai, C., Hu, S., & Chen, L. (2016). Effectiveness of Acupressure on the Taichong Acupoint in Lowering Blood Pressure in Patients with Hypertension: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2016(1), 1549658. https://doi.org/10.1155/2016/1549658

Liu, C., Liu, Y., Liu, J., Liu, J., Lu, T., Yu, J., Zhang, G., & Xu, K. (2025). Associations between intake of different types of vegetables and metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease: a population-based study. BMC Public Health, 25(1), 315. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-21331-4

Kaur, H., Kaushik, U., & Choudhary, N. (2024). Therapeutics effects of the genus citrus in anxiety disorder. Journal of Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics, 15(4), 373–388. https://doi.org/10.1177/0976500×241278037

Kim, B. H. (2025). Analysis of the Effect of Acupressure Point Stimulation on Liver Function Activation through Voice Analysis. Mitteilungen Klosterneuburg. https://doi.org/10.61586/esm7o

Mašić, S., Čaušević, D., Čović N., et al. (2024). The benefits of static stretching on health: a systematic review. Journal of Kinesiology and Exercise Sciences, 34(107), 27-39. https://doi.org/10.5604/01.3001.0054.2941.

Sadat, Z., Kafaei-Atrian, M., Mirbagher-Ajorpaz, N., Sarvieh, M., Asghari-Jafarabadi, M., & Solhi, M. (2016). The effect of acupressure at third liver point on the anxiety level in patients with primary dysmenorrhea. Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research, 21(2), 142. https://doi.org/10.4103/1735-9066.178233 

Terzioğlu, Z. A., & Çakır‐çelebi, S. G. (2025). A brief online program Integrating Mindfulness and Stretching Exercises: Effects on Well‐Being in Health Sciences Students. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 81(12), 1259–1270. https://doi.org/10.1002/jclp.70034

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Alongside TCMO’s dedication for advocacy and education, we are introducing a new offering through the form of accessible information savvy resources as an additional means for members to use for community engagement. This month we honour Heart Month with TCM tips for the heart.

Take advantage of this shareable infographic designed to inspire with research backed habits to benefit the heart. Download the PDF. Add your details into the fillable field in the bottom right corner. Save and share! Whether physical or digital, this resource is not only a teaching tool but also serves as an opportunity to promote your business.

Nourish your Heart & Calm your Mind with TCM

Infographic Sources:

Park, S., Park, M. J., & Kim, J. Y. (2022). Physiological effects of Red-Colored Food-Derived bioactive compounds on cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Applied Sciences, 12(4), 1786. https://doi.org/10.3390/app12041786

Mythri G, Dr & Ha, Chethan. (2025). European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine (EJCM) Stress Reducing Effect of a Single Dose of Dark Chocolate in Healthy Individuals: An Assessment Using Heart Rate Variability. European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine. 15(3), 127-131. DOI:10.5083/ejcm/25-03-22. https://healthcare-bulletin.co.uk/article/stress-reducing-effect-of-a-single-dose-of-dark-chocolate-in-healthy-individuals-an-assessment-using-heart-rate-variability-2891/

Son, C. (2019). Clinical application of single acupoint (HT7). Integrative Medicine Research, 8(4), 227–228. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.imr.2019.08.005

Wang, X., Ma, H., Sun, Q., Li, J., Heianza, Y., Van Dam, R. M., Hu, F. B., Rimm, E., Manson, J. E., & Qi, L. (2025). Coffee drinking timing and mortality in US adults. European Heart Journal, 46(8), 749–759. https://doi.org/10.1093/eurheartj/ehae871

Yang, J., Do, A., Mallory, M. J., Wahner-Roedler, D. L., Chon, T. Y., & Bauer, B. A. (2021). Acupressure: an effective and feasible alternative treatment for anxiety during the COVID-19 pandemic. Global Advances in Health and Medicine, 10, https://doi.org/10.1177/21649561211058076

Zhang, D., Lee, E. K. P., Mak, E. C. W., Ho, C. Y., & Wong, S. Y. S. (2021). Mindfulness-based interventions: an overall review. British Medical Bulletin, 138(1), 41–57. https://doi.org/10.1093/bmb/ldab005