256: Decoding Acne: What Your Breakouts Reveal About Internal Health

In this episode of the Ancient Health Podcast, Dr. Motley discusses the connection between acne and internal health. He explains that while topical cleansing is important for treating acne, there is also an internal aspect to consider. Dr. Motley discusses the patterns of acne and how they can indicate issues with specific organs in the body. He explores the pathways of meridians and how blockages can lead to acne breakouts along those pathways. Dr. Motley also delves into the emotional factors that can contribute to acne and recommends acupressure, acupuncture, and herbal remedies to help balance and heal the affected organs. Additionally, he advises eating foods that nourish the corresponding organs and engaging in activities that reduce associated emotions. Dr. Motley emphasizes the importance of understanding the underlying causes of acne to effectively treat and prevent breakouts.

Topics Discussed:
00:00 - Introduction to Acne and Internal Health
01:10 - Acne as a Topical Issue and the Importance of Cleansing
02:20 - Internal Aspects of Acne and Emotional Work
03:45 - Chinese Medicine Meridians and Acne Patterns
06:30 - Kidney Meridian and Its Role in Acne
09:50 - Acne and Qi Stagnation
11:25 - Facial Mapping in Chinese Medicine
14:00 - Acne Patterns and Organ Health Indicators
17:15 - Emotional Conflicts and Acne
19:40 - Attack and Soiled Conflicts in Acne Development
22:05 - Emotional Triggers and Organ Associations
24:30 - Acne and the Body Meridian Clock
26:50 - Personal Acne Experiences and Organ Health
29:15 - Emotional Inheritance and Acne
31:40 - Acne as a Sign of Internal Organ Issues
34:05 - Addressing Acne with Acupressure and Acupuncture
36:30 - Herbal Remedies for Organ-Specific Acne
38:55 - Lifestyle Changes and Emotional Work for Acne
41:20 - Eating Habits and Activities for Organ Health
43:45 - Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) for Acne
45:10 - Conclusion and Invitation for Feedback

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