Whenever I get colds, I go to a Chinese herbalist and get some herbs. I boil them up and drink the tea. I can usually handle it.

But the acupuncturist prescribed me some herbs. I need to take 6 tsp of it a day, either 2 or 3 times -- it's up to me. But this stuff is NASTY! Like totally gagarific. It's extremely bitter!!

So I had my first acupuncture session yesterday. It totally tired me out. I should have known. My body probably thought it was getting attacked. I used to get really tired after Brazilians and I was totally pooped after I got inked. I didn't care so much for the feeling of the needles going in. I thought I would barely feel it, but when she broke the skin, it reminded me of skewering prawns.

With the needles in, some body parts felt heavy (but I'm not sure if that was from me being tense and afraid to move), warm, achy, or tingly.  Sometimes I felt like I had little spasms. *L*

Anyway, I really like my acupuncturist. She's never rushing to get through the appointment. I think we talked about diets and cleanses for like 10 minutes.

Ever wonder why you might not like a certain food? It could be your body's way of telling you that you don't need it or that it's not the best choice for you. I've never enjoyed deep fried foods or raw vegetables, and spicy food gives me instant heartburn. I am supposed to avoid these foods, if I can.

I told her my experience with wheatgrass. I had a shot of it in Portland at a Jamba Juice, and I felt like I was going to hurl afterwards. She told me she had read somewhere that if you feel nauseated after having wheatgrass that your body is toxic. Interesting! I think when I get back from my trip, I will do a cleanse.