The Melbourne Apothecary

Feeling irritable or frustrated?

Are your moods fluctuating more than usual?

Have you noticed stress-related changes in your digestion?

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Liver is associated with the smooth flow of Qi throughout the body. When this flow is disrupted, some people may experience feelings of tension, frustration, emotional ups and downs, or digestive changes.

Liver 14 (Qimen) is an acupuncture point traditionally used within TCM to support the smooth flow of Qi and may be incorporated into an individualised treatment plan focused on overall wellbeing.

At The Melbourne Apothecary, our acupuncture and Chinese Medicine treatments are tailored to your unique presentation, health history, and goals.

If you’re curious about how acupuncture may fit into your wellness routine, we’d love to welcome you into the space.

Book online via the link in our bio or visit us at The Melbourne Apothecary x MECCA Bourke Street.

Hidden within the MECCA Bourke Street flagship, The Melbourne Apothecary is a space designed for connection, education and personalised care.

Whether you’re looking to explore Clinical Naturopathy, Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Iridology, Breathwork, or our range of practitioner-only supplements and herbal medicines, our experienced practitioners are here to support you on your wellness journey.

Enjoy a warm cup of tea, browse our carefully curated wellness range, and take a moment to slow down amidst the bustle of the city.

📍The Melbourne Apothecary x MECCA Bourke Street
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Are you feeling run down or like you’re catching every cold that’s going around at the moment?

Join Nauropath Megan Russell and Health Educator Chantal Oxley this Wednesday, the 17th of June for a short workshop on how to support your immunity this winter.

Sessions will run at 12:30,1:00 & 1:30pm at the round table in the Apothecary at Mecca Bourke St and we’d love to see you there.

The beauty world has always been fascinated by eyes, and so are we 👀✨

Your eyes can reveal more than you might think. Through the practice of iridology, they offer a unique lens into your individual constitution and can spark meaningful conversations about your overall wellbeing.

On Tuesday 16 June, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, join Samantha White, our experienced naturopath of 15 years, for a complimentary 10-minute iridology consultation at the Melbourne Apothecary x MECCA Bourke Street.

Part beauty discovery, part wellness insight, this complimentary session is an opportunity to take a closer look at your eyes and chat with an experienced naturopath about your health and wellbeing.

Appointments are complimentary and spaces are limited.

Book via the link in bio - when booking look for ‘advice & free consults’ - you’ll find iridology in there.

With love,
The Melbourne Apothecary 🌿

Some signs of hormonal imbalance.

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms naturopathy and acupuncture can support bringing the body back into balance.

What our naturopaths and acupuncturists are seeing in clinic at the moment.

We love seeing you in clinic. We also offer Telehealth naturopathy appointments. Bookings available via the link in our bio.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) heals the body by restoring the natural balance of Qi (vital energy) and opposing forces like Yin and Yang. Rather than treating symptoms in isolation, TCM views the body holistically—aiming to fix root causes of imbalance through natural energy pathways known as meridians. Health conditions we treat include anxiety, migraines, dizziness, IBS, allergies, eczema, acne, musculoskeletal pain, infertility and much more.

The change from autumn into winter has certainly been noticeable in Melbourne lately. ❄️

In this reel, I’m sharing a point that I’ve been using frequently in clinic during this seasonal transition: LU-9 (Taiyuan).

Located on the thumb side of the wrist, LU-9 is the Yuan-Source point of the Lung meridian and is considered an important point within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).

In TCM theory, LU-9 is traditionally used in presentations involving the Lung system and is often selected as part of a broader, individualised treatment approach during the cooler months.

You can gently massage this point on both wrists for 1–2 minutes as a simple mindfulness and self-care practice.

Remember, acupuncture and Chinese Medicine treatments are tailored to the individual, and what is appropriate for one person may not be appropriate for another.

Have you been feeling the seasonal shift lately? 🍂➡️❄️ Let me know in the comments.

With Love,
Dr. Emily Borozan