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TCM Nutrition Highlight: Black Beans
Black beans have been a pantry staple for many cultures for over 7000 years. They are a common ingredient in Latin American dishes as...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


What is Cupping?
Cupping is a treatment method used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that dates back to the early fourth century. It involves the use...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


TCM and Winter
It’s Wintertime!⛄ In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Winter is associated with the Water element and is known as the time of the...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


TCM Nutrition Highlight: Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are a popular root vegetable loaded with nutrients. They are rich in antioxidants and are an excellent source of vitamin...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


TCM Tips for Fall
Fall is here! 🍂 The days are shorter, the weather is cooler – at least in some areas, 🙃 and leaves are starting to turn brown. In...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


TCM Nutrition Highlight: Spinach
Spinach is a popular leafy green known for its many nutrients and health benefits. It is rich in non-heme iron, vitamin C, vitamin A,...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


Food is Medicine: An Intro to TCM Nutrition
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Nutrition therapy has been used for over 3000 years in the management of disease and to maintain...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


A Brief Intro to Yin and Yang
"The key to mastering health is to regulate the yin and the yang of the body." - Qi Bo - The Huang Di Nei Jing The concept of Yin and...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


TCM and Summer
It's summertime! 😎 The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and flowers are blooming. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Summer...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


Relieve Fibromyalgia Pain with TCM
Many believe fibromyalgia is a new disorder, but it has been evaluated and reviewed for over 400 years. Although fibromyalgia has a long...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


TCM and Seasonal Allergies
Do you suffer from seasonal allergies? 🤧 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) can help! Seasonal allergies affect millions of people each...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


5 TCM Tips for Spring
Spring has sprung!🌷 Spring is a time of growth, cleansing, and renewal. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and flowers start to...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


How Does Acupuncture Work?
Patients often ask this question just as their needles are inserted. There are different theories to explain how acupuncture works. ...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


What is TCM?
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the oldest systems of medicine in the world dating back over four thousand years. Its basic...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc


Welcome to Our Blog
Hello and welcome! 😊 This is the first of several blogs where we'll share with you the healing benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine...

Dr. Monica L. Hilton, DACM, LAc
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