Ear seeding is gaining popularity as a gentle, non-invasive – that is, needle-free – wellness practice that may help support relaxation, stress management, pain relief, and overall well-being. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this technique uses small seeds or beads placed on specific points of the ear to stimulate the body’s natural healing processes. […]
Be Well
CCHW defines “wellness” as the active cultivation of practices and life choices that best promote overall health and well-being.
How is Gua Sha Used in TCM?
What is Gua Sha? Within Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM), Gua Sha is a healing technique that uses a flat-edged tool to press-stroke lubricated skin in a single direction. Typically performed on larger areas such as the back, the method aims to improve circulation, relieve muscle tension, reduce inflammation, and […]
Cupping Therapy – Benefits, Risks, and When to Seek a Professional
Some words of caution about cupping Cupping therapy has entered mainstream awareness. People can see the characteristic circular marks left from cupping therapy, as displayed by athletes and others on social media and TV. However, please don’t consider cupping a do-it-yourself care option. If you think you’d benefit from cupping, seek help from a qualified […]
Alternative Treatment Options for IBS
Updated May 2026 What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, causes uncomfortable or painful abdominal symptoms. Constipation, diarrhea, gas and bloating are all common symptoms of IBS. IBS doesn’t damage your digestive tract or raise your risk for colon cancer. You can often manage symptoms through medications, diet and lifestyle changes. […]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and NAET
Nambudripad’s Allergy Elimination Techniques (NAET) can be effective at easing the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
Turkey Soup with homemade broth – Recipe
Thanksgiving is the beginning of a wonderful time of year that I refer to as the season of family. My husband and I have an ongoing joke that never in the history of Greeks or Italians have they run out of food for any event, and we refuse to be the first. As a result, our house is always open to friends and family with nowhere to go for the holiday, and there are always leftovers. Starting with that Thanksgiving turkey!
Alternative Treatments for Allergies and Asthma
Asthma and allergies are closely related – most asthma sufferers also have allergies. Learn about alternative treatments for allergies and asthma such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and NAET allergy elimination.
Asthma and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
Your guide to understanding asthma from the perspectives of Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM can be a beneficial integrative health option for asthma sufferers.
Acupuncture for Back Pain
Lower back pain is something that most of us have experienced at least once in our lives. A few days of rest and maybe an ibuprofen are usually enough to resolve the pain. But for some, occasional lower back pain becomes chronic. Adding integrative treatment options like acupuncture to the treatment plan can help alleviate chronic back pain more effectively.
Stressed Out? We Can Help!
A guide to stress – and what you can do to alleviate the negative impact of stress in your life
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for Anxiety
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a powerful integrative health option when stress, anxiety, or an anxiety disorder need to be addressed. TCM offers a variety of methods to calm the symptoms that accompany such conditions.
Food as Medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) – Grains
Grains are an important element of food as medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This article describes the patterns of symptoms and the properties of the grains that TCM uses to treat those symptoms.
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