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This podcast covers the practitioners, modalities, passions, topics & conversations of the team and community of Watershed Wellness. Located on the mighty Columbia River in Astoria, OR, the clinic integrates acupuncture, Chinese herbalism, Naturopathic medicine, massage therapy, organic skincare and a compassionate, intentional approach to healthcare.The podcast is run and promoted by clinic co-owner Eric Grey, MS, LAc who previously taught Chinese medicine and practice management for a decade at National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR. He is joined by other Watershed practitioners and members of the community to discuss a wide range of topics. We're currently in our second season, begun in March 2022.Please visit our website at watershedwellnessastoria.com/podcast/ to learn more about us and the podcast, and to give us feedback and suggestions. Thank you for listening!

Watershed Wellness podcast Eric Grey and the Watershed Wellness Team

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This podcast covers the practitioners, modalities, passions, topics & conversations of the team and community of Watershed Wellness. Located on the mighty Columbia River in Astoria, OR, the clinic integrates acupuncture, Chinese herbalism, Naturopathic medicine, massage therapy, organic skincare and a compassionate, intentional approach to healthcare.The podcast is run and promoted by clinic co-owner Eric Grey, MS, LAc who previously taught Chinese medicine and practice management for a decade at National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, OR. He is joined by other Watershed practitioners and members of the community to discuss a wide range of topics. We're currently in our second season, begun in March 2022.Please visit our website at watershedwellnessastoria.com/podcast/ to learn more about us and the podcast, and to give us feedback and suggestions. Thank you for listening!

    Digging into the Earth with the Spleen & Stomach

    Digging into the Earth with the Spleen & Stomach

    We're back to the organ systems podcasts, this time connecting two organ systems that are commonly discussed together - the Spleen & Stomach! These organ systems, commonly associated with the Earth elemental phase, are CENTRAL in more ways than one.

    Join us for a deep dive into the fascinating world of Chinese medical symbolism, and learn a little about your digestion & immune system in the process.

    Lots of supplemental information for you today, any/all of the links below will help you make the most out of this podcast:


    Our main podcast pageThe main Spleen organ system page, you'll find a Spleen associated herb and acupuncture point linked thereThe main Stomach organ system page, you'll find a Spleen associated herb and acupuncture point linked thereThe main Large intestine organ system page, which I referred to several times in the podcastThe page discussing this whole organ system conversationEnjoy!

    • 49 min
    The Large Intestine organ system & letting go

    The Large Intestine organ system & letting go

    We've reached the all-important Large Intestine in our cycle of the organ systems! In this podcast, I discuss the basic functions of the Large Intestine, the course of the Large Intestine acupuncture channel, and then move to explore some of the symbolism involved with this important, but sometimes ignored, organ system. We talk about letting go and touch into how Chinese medical symbolism can bring us into a new relationship with our bodies, as well as some of the ways this system is used in the treatment room when you see your acupuncturist.

    As always, check out the resources below if you'd like to learn more about this organ system and you can always use the contact form on our website to submit questions or comments about this or any other episode.

    Thanks for listening!


    Overview podcast about Chinese medicine organ systems as an intro to this seriesThe first in our series - the Triple BurnerA full page of information about the Large IntestineThe famous Large Intestine acupuncture point, He Gu, or Large Intestine 4A famous herb that treats the Large Intestine, Dahuang or Turkey rhubarb root(Yes, the artwork for this podcast does feature both the small and large intestines. :))

    • 33 min
    Understanding & Treatment of the Lung using Chinese Medical Symbolism

    Understanding & Treatment of the Lung using Chinese Medical Symbolism

    In the latest installment of our 12 organ systems podcast, we discuss one of the most important organs in the body - the Lung. As with the previous entrants in this series, we use the symbolic information compiled by the ancient Chinese to come to a deeper understanding of the Lung and its use in treatment.

    Eric talks about the Metal phase element, the course of the Lung acupuncture channel, some ancient text information of relevance, and the basics of how the Lung is used in the treatment room.

    Use the links below to learn more & feel free to head over to our podcast page at any time to listen to other episodes and submit your comments about the show. We appreciate your support! Enjoy!



    The Lung page on our website, with lots more information about this organ systemGeneral overview of Chinese medicine organ systems

    • 31 min
    The liver organ system & the treatment of gynecological conditions

    The liver organ system & the treatment of gynecological conditions

    In this episode, the first in 2023 and the third of the organ system series by Eric Grey, we discuss one of the most important Chinese medicine organ systems - Gān 肝, the Liver!

    I first discuss some slight changes to the series to make it simpler and more applicable to everyday concerns. Then we talk about the major symbols associated with the Liver & dive into the organ clock as it relates to this multi-purpose and regenerative organ.

    Finally, we discuss the importance of the Liver in gynecological condition treatment including a little foray into differential diagnosis. Please feel free to leave feedback and suggestions for the next podcast on our podcast page!

    Here are some resources related to this episode:
    Primary Liver organ system pageGeneral information about Chinese medicine organ systemsLiver - 3 acupuncture point referenced in the discussionChaihu - bupleurum chinensis, one of the herbs discussed in the podcast

    • 30 min
    Understanding the Gallbladder through the symbolism of Chinese medicine

    Understanding the Gallbladder through the symbolism of Chinese medicine

    It's another entry in our 12 organ systems of Chinese medicine series!

    This time, we look at an organ some of you may no longer have in your body - the Gallbladder! Eric discusses why its removal doesn't much matter to acupuncturists and then explores the many fascinating symbolic categories of information associated with this important organ system.

    To get oriented around the information Eric discusses, be sure to check out the intro podcast linked here. And use any of the links below to explore more deeply. If you ever have any questions or comments, visit our main podcast page and let us know!
    Happy Solstice! 


    Basics about organ systems in Chinese medicineMain page about the Gallbladder organ system

    • 40 min
    Amanda Koennecke discusses rosehips, winter skincare & our food drive!

    Amanda Koennecke discusses rosehips, winter skincare & our food drive!

    I was happy to have Amanda Koennecke, LE on the podcast again - always a fun guest.

    We have an enjoyable chat about winter skincare concerns, her annual harvest of Vitamin C rich rosehips & the winter skincare special that will be running through March. We also spent a little time talking about our 4th annual Winter Food Drive in partnership with Clatsop Community Action.

    If you donate to the food drive, you can be entered to win a $100 gift certificate usable for products & services at Watershed Wellness. But most of all, you get the wonderful feeling of knowing you are helping friends and neighbors stay well fed during the cold season. If you prefer, you can also donate money directly to CCA.

    Happy Winter everyone!

    • 13 min

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