TCM Nutrition

Traditional Chinese medicine describes foods by qualities such as warm, neutral, cool, or cold, as well as by flavour and preparation. These are traditional classifications rather than measurements of calories or nutrients.

Examples often described as warming include ginger, cinnamon, and cooked root vegetables; cucumber, peppermint, and watermelon are commonly described as cooling. Preparation is also considered, so the same ingredient may be discussed differently when raw, cooked, or served cold.

Food-related guidance begins with a discussion of your usual meals, appetite, digestion, routines, and goals. Mrs Zhang may also use pulse and tongue diagnosis before suggesting practical changes to try for a limited period.

The suggestions may accompany acupuncture or herbal therapy and are reviewed according to how they fit your daily life. The result is a short set of individual changes to try.

TCM food guidance does not replace medical nutrition therapy. Allergies, coeliac disease, diabetes, kidney disease, eating disorders, unexplained weight change, and other conditions with specific nutritional needs should be managed with the appropriate clinician or dietitian.

Continue any medically prescribed diet and medication unless the responsible clinician recommends a change.

Practical information

The published fee table lists each service: Chinese diagnosis CHF 60.00, a 40–50-minute acupuncture treatment CHF 132.00, and a 60-minute session using one selected method—acupuncture, Tuina massage, or cupping—CHF 156.00.

Reimbursement depends on your supplementary insurance policy. Ask your insurer which services are eligible and what annual limits or co-payments apply; see the health insurance information.

Appointments are available by prior arrangement on Wednesday and Friday: 09:00–12:00, 14:00–18:30.

Book by +41 77 462 28 75 or info@tcmtoess.ch.