What Can Acupuncture Really Do? Discover Healing Beyond Pain Relief with Akhil Kaplan

This episode is a classic from the Green Living Now archives—one of my most insightful conversations, worth revisiting.What if healing isn’t just physical—but energetic, emotional, and deeply connected to nature?In this episode of the Green Living Now Podcast, host Amy Todisco Hartshorn speaks with Akhil Kaplan, a Vermont-based board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist, about how Chinese medicine offers a whole-body approach to healing—often succeeding where conventional methods fall short.You’ll hear:Akhil’s personal healing journey from tennis injury to acupunctureWhat makes acupuncture truly different from massage, reiki, or conventional treatmentsHow Chinese medicine views health, balance, and energyCommon conditions acupuncture treats—from pain to emotional imbalancesSurprising practices like bloodletting and how they work in modern acupunctureHow nature influences true healing and Akhil’s approach to holistic careWhether you’re curious about acupuncture, exploring holistic health, or seeking new ways to support your well-being naturally, this episode offers valuable insights and grounded wisdom.00:00 Introduction to the Green Living Now Podcast00:15 Meet Akil Kaplan: From Tennis to Acupuncture02:27 Discovering Chinese Medicine04:11 Journey to Becoming an Acupuncturist05:28 Challenges and Growth in Acupuncture School08:59 Understanding Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture12:28 Comparing Acupuncture with Other Therapies16:48 Common Conditions Treated with Acupuncture19:35 Understanding Chinese Medicine20:28 Safety and Interactions with Pharmaceuticals21:15 Bloodletting and Other Techniques23:13 Personal Journey and Practice27:09 The Philosophy of Yin and Yang32:33 Future Plans and Contact Information35:46 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsTo reach Akhil, go here: https://www.threemoonswellness.com/Start Your Toxin-Free Lifestyle with Amy’s complimentary Conscious Woman's Guide: 5 Steps to a Toxin Free Home & Lifestyle, https://8c02-amy.systeme.io/2ee1189eSubscribe for weekly episodes that blend green living, holistic healing, and conscious choices for a healthier planet: @greenlivingnow#acupuncture #chinesemedicine #naturalhealing #holistichealth #painrelief #akhilkaplan #greenlivingnowpodcast