Acupuncture for immunity & allergies

Stuffy every spring, catching every bug that goes around, or just feeling run down. Herbal medicine and acupuncture work together to support your immune system and ease seasonal discomfort.

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Sound familiar?

What we help with

San Diego's long pollen seasons and a busy schedule can leave you feeling run down. Chinese medicine has used herbal formulas for centuries to build resilience, and we pair them with acupuncture to help you feel better through every season.

Seasonal allergies and hay fever
Sinus congestion and pressure
Itchy, watery eyes
Sneezing and post-nasal drip
Catching every cold
Feeling run down
Slow recovery after being sick
Stress that wears you down

Our approach

How we help

Herbal medicine leads here, with acupuncture to ease symptoms and help your body settle.

Custom herbal medicine

A formula made for you and adjusted by season, to support your immune system and ease allergy symptoms.

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Acupuncture for clearer breathing

Points chosen to ease congestion and sinus pressure and help your body settle.

Start before the season

Beginning care a few weeks before your usual allergy season gives your body a head start.

Acupuncture and herbal medicine support the care you get from your doctor. They do not replace it, and we never ask you to stop prescribed treatment. If your symptoms are new, severe, or getting worse, please see your doctor.

Your practitioner

Who you'll see

Licensed acupuncturists who focus their care on immunity & allergy.

Jenna Sanborn, L.Ac.

Cosmetic & herbs

Cosmetic acupuncture, skin health & herbal medicine.

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Katie Noonan Beskin, L.Ac.

Women's health

Fertility, IVF & IUI, pregnancy, menopause.

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"All the practitioners at Calm come highly recommended."

Marni · Calm patient

Good questions

Immunity & Allergy: your questions

Can acupuncture help seasonal allergies?

Many people find acupuncture and herbal medicine helpful for congestion, sneezing, and itchy eyes. It works alongside your doctor's care, not in place of it.

What is Chinese herbal medicine?

Herbal medicine uses combinations of plants, roots, and minerals in formulas tailored to you. Your practitioner will explain what's in yours and how to take it.

Are herbs safe with my medications?

Tell us everything you take. We check for interactions and only recommend herbs that fit safely with your care.

When should I start for allergy season?

Ideally a few weeks before your symptoms usually begin, though we can help at any point in the season.

Can you help when I have a cold or flu?

We can support you as you recover. For a high fever, trouble breathing, or symptoms that keep getting worse, please see your doctor right away.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes, though coverage varies from person to person. Share your details and we will check your acupuncture benefits and get back to you within a day or two.

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