Episode 13: The Small Intestine

This week, we take a deep dive into the digestive system. (In a manner of speaking.) Our focus: the small intestine. Farris talks about how this “weird little organ” works in the body, and how it affects and is affected by acupuncture treatments. What he shares might surprise you!

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Show Notes:
0:20 – Farris touches on what symptoms he’s seeing a lot of in the clinic lately, and what often comes up for folks in the summer.
4:40 – Farris explains “The Great Hyphen” point some acupuncturists use.
5:10 – How an acupuncturist knows someone’s small intestine could use some work.
8:35 – Borborygmi! A very small intestine-like word, and also an important signal to watch for.
10:40 – Where is the small intestine meridian?
16:40 – Indigestion doesn’t always mean what we think it does.
19:05 – Why is it a good time to talk about the small intestine right now?
22:00 – Practical tips for taking care of your small intestine. (Hint: it’s not about the actual small intestine.)