Your body has a rhythm to healing...
And it's time we talked about it.
During our recent HEAL.th & WELL.ess class, I shared something that everybody should know about. Your body's circadian rhythm.
Ions ago, it was one of the ways traditional practitioners could help you understand what could be happening with your body. Waking up between 1am-3am, your liver was struggling to detox you. Swollen ankles between 3pm-5pm... your bladder may be a little out of balance. Looking for a little caffeine between 1pm-3pm? This is your livers weakest time and your small intestines are ACTIVELY working to nourish you and process food to move to the colon.
I gonna take a moment to scratch the surface on this topic. Read it. Reread it. And then do an assessment on yourSelf. Does any of these things resonate with you? There could be a reason!
Here's the ⏰️ to your WELL.ness::
3:00–5:00 AM — Lung Meridian
Element: Metal
Emotion: Grief, sadness
Functions: Respiration, immune defense, skin health, boundaries
Common signs of imbalance: Morning cough, wheezing, shallow breathing, waking up crying, skin issues.
Support: Deep breathing, mullein tea, white foods (pear, onion), gentle stretching.
5:00–7:00 AM — Large Intestine Meridian
Element: Metal
Emotion: Letting go
Functions: Elimination, detox, release of what no longer serves
Imbalance signs: Constipation, gas, sinus pressure, feeling emotionally “stuck.”
Support: Warm lemon water, fiber-rich breakfast, morning movement.
7:00–9:00 AM — Stomach Meridian
Element: Earth
Emotion: Worry
Functions: Digestion, nourishment
Imbalance signs: Nausea, reflux, cravings, low morning appetite.
Support: Warm cooked breakfast, ginger tea, mindful eating.
9:00–11:00 AM — Spleen Meridian
Element: Earth
Emotion: Overthinking
Functions: Assimilation, energy production, immune support
Imbalance signs: Brain fog, sugar cravings, bloating, fatigue.
Support: Herbal bitters, gentle movement, grounding foods like squash or oats.
11:00 AM–1:00 PM — Heart Meridian
Element: Fire
Emotion: Joy
Functions: Circulation, consciousness, mental clarity
Imbalance signs: Anxiety, restlessness, palpitations.
Support: Rose tea, meditation, lighter midday meals.
1:00–3:00 PM — Small Intestine Meridian
Element: Fire
Emotion: Discernment
Functions: Separates pure from impure, both physically and emotionally
Imbalance signs: Post-meal fatigue, indecision, poor nutrient absorption.
Support: Hydration, digestive enzymes, peppermint tea.
3:00–5:00 PM — Bladder Meridian
Element: Water
Emotion: Fear
Functions: Fluid regulation, nervous system, stress response
Imbalance signs: Low back pain, tight shoulders, afternoon anxiety.
Support: Stretching, hydration reminders, calm essential oils.
5:00–7:00 PM — Kidney Meridian
Element: Water
Emotion: Willpower
Functions: Vital energy storage, reproductive health, longevity
Imbalance signs: Exhaustion, infertility, brittle hair, premature aging.
Support: Mineral-rich foods, black seed, goji berries, gentle warm meals.
7:00–9:00 PM — Pericardium (Heart Protector)
Element: Fire
Emotion: Connection
Functions: Emotional intimacy, circulation to the heart
Imbalance signs: Restlessness before bed, difficulty relaxing.
Support: Calming herbal teas (chamomile, passionflower), winding down rituals.
9:00–11:00 PM — Triple Burner (San Jiao)
Element: Fire
Emotion: Harmony
Functions: Regulates fluids, metabolism, hormone balance
Imbalance signs: Temperature dysregulation, night sweats.
Support: Early bedtime, warm foot bath, turning off screens.
11:00 PM–1:00 AM — Gallbladder Meridian
Element: Wood
Emotion: Decision-making, courage
Functions: Detox, fat metabolism
Imbalance signs: Difficulty making decisions, anger, migraines.
Support: Bitter greens, herbal infusions, journaling.
1:00–3:00 AM — Liver Meridian
Element: Wood
Emotion: Anger, frustration
Functions: Detoxification, blood storage, menstrual health
Imbalance signs: Waking up at 1–3 am, PMS, irritability, headaches.
Support: Milk thistle, dandelion, castor oil packs, breathwork.
The times indicated reflect when that organ is THE STRONGEST and MOST ACTIVE. The time opposite is when it's THE WEAKEST and LEAST ACTIVE. What does that mean? If you're body is whispering things during the MOST ACTIVE time, then there could be an energetic imbalance there.
Need a little more clarity? Let's talk. Or schedule a 1:1 with me😉