Herbal formulas are a core component of TCM for gut health, selected to strengthen the Spleen and Stomach, clear dampness, and harmonize the Liver. Herbs such as Bai Zhu (Atractylodes), Chen Pi (Tangerine Peel), and Huang Qin (Scutellaria) may be used to reduce bloating, acidity, and inflammation.
Modern studies suggest that certain herbal compounds can modulate gut microbiota diversity, helping to restore microbial balance, a key foundation of digestive wellness.

Acupuncture is another key therapy used to regulate intestinal motility, calm the nervous system, and enhance blood flow to digestive organs. Points like Zusanli (ST36) and Neiguan (PC6) are often stimulated to improve digestive function and relieve nausea.
Scientific research indicates acupuncture can influence the brain–gut axis, reducing visceral hypersensitivity and improving symptoms of IBS and reflux.

In TCM, food is medicine. Patients are encouraged to eat warm, cooked meals, chew slowly, and avoid cold, greasy, or highly processed foods. Specific dietary advice is tailored to your constitution, for example, those with Dampness benefit from lighter meals, while those with Cold patterns require warming ingredients like ginger or cinnamon.
Lifestyle adjustments such as mindful eating, adequate rest, and gentle movement further strengthen digestive resilience.

For chronic bloating, low appetite, or cold-related discomfort, warming therapies like moxibustion or abdominal massage may be incorporated. These treatments, commonly used in TCM, stimulate circulation, dispel cold, and promote smooth Qi movement. Patients often describe feeling lighter, warmer, and more energetic after just a few sessions.

What makes TCM for gut health truly holistic is its integration with modern biomedical understanding. At EMW TCM, treatment plans are personalized based on tongue and pulse diagnosis as well as your lifestyle and dietary patterns. The approach aligns with research showing that TCM interventions can regulate the gut microbiome and reduce inflammatory responses, providing both symptomatic relief and long-term restoration.

By combining herbal prescriptions, acupuncture, and lifestyle therapy, we create a powerful framework to restore internal harmony, addressing not just digestion, but energy, immunity, and emotional balance.

At EMW TCM, we integrate evidence-based findings into every personalised program to ensure both safety and effectiveness.

A 2023 review in Frontiers in Pharmacology reported that specific herbal formulas used in TCM for gut health helped regulate microbial diversity and reduce inflammation within the intestinal lining. Another study published in the World Journal of Gastroenterology showed that acupuncture improved gastrointestinal motility and decreased visceral hypersensitivity in patients with functional bowel disorders.

At EMW TCM, all herbal prescriptions are sourced from GMP-certified suppliers, and acupuncture is performed by licensed physicians with over 10 years of clinical experience. Our approach mirrors current integrative-medicine research, ensuring every treatment is both traditional and evidence-aligned.