Ms.Gul Ipek Yurttas

Acupuncture & Naturopathy Limited

Abstract Title: Role of food energetics in tcm for emotional regulation

Biography: Gul Ipek Yurttas graduated from the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM) with a specialization in Naturopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine Acupuncture. During her comprehensive acupuncture training, she gained expertise in dry cupping, gua-sha, electro-acupuncture, moxibustion, and TCM Food Energetics. As part of the program, she completed 400 hours of clinical practice and authored a dissertation titled "Can Acupuncture Reduce the Incidence of Behavioral Disturbance in Autism?“ Following graduation, Gul Ipek began her private practice and served as an assistant clinic supervisor at CNM's student clinics. She also joined the volunteer complementary therapy team at St. Joseph's Hospice, providing support to vulnerable patients and their families. To further her qualifications, she completed specialized training in areas such as Pregnancy Massage, Advanced Level-3 Sports Massage, and several postgraduate courses, including RCHM’s Dispensary & Pharmacognosy, Acupuncture for Fertility and IVF Support, Managing Menopause with Acupuncture, Facial Cupping, Gua Sha, Microneedling & Skincare, Acupuncture for Common Conditions in Pregnancy, and Infection Prevention for Complementary Therapies and Sports Massage. Gul Ipek offers a wide range of treatments focused on fertility, pregnancy, mental health, and overall well-being. She integrates her diverse skills to provide comprehensive care tailored to her clients' needs.

Research Interest: Traditional Chinese Medicine looks at food as more than just food. They are powerful tools for balancing emotions and supporting overall wellbeing. According to TCM, each organ system is linked to specific emotions, and the energetic properties of food can help regulate emotional states. By understanding the principles of Yin and Yang, the Five Elements, and the therapeutic effects of flavours, individuals can make dietary choices that promote emotional harmony. This session will explore how certain foods nourish the Liver to ease anger, support the Spleen to reduce worry, and strengthen the Kidneys to alleviate fear. Participants will gain practical insights into using food as medicine to enhance emotional resilience, improve digestion, and maintain mental clarity. Through this approach, food becomes an essential ally in fostering both physical and emotional balance.