Alexandra Gaw

Alexandra Gaw Massage Therapy + Acupuncture
Ancient medicine. Modern women. Aging better.

One of the things TCM taught me?Your digestion matters just as much as what’s on your plate.We’re heading into soup + st...
09/02/2026

One of the things TCM taught me?
Your digestion matters just as much as what’s on your plate.

We’re heading into soup + stew season — and honestly, your gut might be ready for it.

If you struggle with bloating, loose stools or feeling uncomfortable after eating, try this for ONE week:

Less cold + raw.
Less giant salads.
Less iced coffees.

More soups.
Stews.
Roasted vegetables.
Warm breakfasts.
Cooked, seasonal foods.

You don’t have to give up salads forever. 🥗

Just experiment.

Give your digestion 7 days of warmer, cooked foods and see how you feel.

Then come back and tell me I’m wrong. 🫣

08/27/2026

In TCM, we talk about Qi — but not in the vague “energy” way it’s often portrayed.

Think of Qi as the functional activity and vitality that keeps your body doing what it needs to do.

And constantly overriding your body’s signals isn’t the same thing as supporting it.

Especially in midlife, maybe the answer isn’t always another thing to help us push harder.

Maybe we need to start asking:

Why am I so exhausted in the first place — and why have I gotten so good at ignoring it?

Your body isn’t asking you to become less capable.

It’s asking you to stop pretending running on empty is normal.

You can also follow on Instagram to see more.
08/17/2026

You can also follow on Instagram to see more.

Your body isn’t suddenly becoming difficult.Poor sleep. Brain fog. Irritability. Digestive changes. Cycle changes. Feeli...
08/17/2026

Your body isn’t suddenly becoming difficult.

Poor sleep. Brain fog. Irritability. Digestive changes. Cycle changes. Feeling exhausted all day — then wide awake at night.

We tend to look at each symptom separately.

TCM asks: what if they’re connected?

Chinese medicine looks for patterns — across your sleep, digestion, energy, cycle, stress, temperature and more.

Because two women can walk in with the same complaint and have two completely different patterns.

That’s the difference.

I’m not just interested in the symptom.

I’m interested in what your body is telling us as a whole.

Ancient medicine. Modern woman.

If this resonates, you’re probably in the right place.
08/13/2026

If this resonates, you’re probably in the right place.

Maybe the chicest thing you can do is keep becoming more of yourself.Keep learning. Keep moving. Keep getting outside. E...
08/12/2026

Maybe the chicest thing you can do is keep becoming more of yourself.

Keep learning. Keep moving. Keep getting outside. Eat food that actually nourishes you. Build a strong body. Take care of your nervous system. Stay curious. Learn new things. Trust yourself enough to change direction when something no longer fits.

And for me, keep learning how to help women feel stronger, healthier and more like themselves again.

I’m less interested in chasing “anti-aging” and more interested in aging really, really well.

Strong body. Clear mind. Regulated nervous system. Good food. Time in nature. Purpose.

That’s the kind of chic I’m into.

07/23/2026

1. Morning movement and sunlight

Nothing intense. Just getting outside, moving my body, and getting some morning light as early as I can. It helps reset my body clock, improves my energy during the day, and makes it easier to sleep at night.

2. Hydration

Travel is incredibly dehydrating. Flights, air conditioning, coffee, and disrupted routines all take their toll. I’m making hydration a priority and adding minerals or electrolytes when I need them.

3. Real food

No cleanse. No detox. Just getting back to simple, nourishing meals with plenty of protein, vegetables, fruit, and healthy fats. I’m also making magnesium part of my evening routine to support restful sleep while my body adjusts.

There isn’t a shortcut to recovering from travel. But giving your body the basics—movement, hydration, and nourishing food—goes a long way.

These are the things that always help me feel like myself again.

05/30/2026

If she’s happy and healthy, so am I

05/30/2026

Favourite place with my favourite little being 🐾

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