The importance of gut health for your wellbeing
Your digestive system does more than just break down what you eat. It also transforms food into energy, which supports your body's strength and overall health. However, if your gut health is imbalanced, you may experience bloating, changes in bowel habits, or other discomforts.
According to TCM, these issues often indicate an imbalance in the Spleen, which plays a central role in digestion. Without a well-functioning Spleen, a healthy diet alone won't fully support your wellbeing.
TCM addresses these gut health issues by rebalancing your internal energies and strengthening the Spleen. Treatments consider your diet, lifestyle, and emotional health to restore harmony to your digestive system and support wellness.
How TCM sees gut health issues
According to TCM, gut health is closely linked to your overall wellbeing. Digestive issues are seen as stemming from internal imbalances, rather than being isolated problems.
TCM recognises three primary imbalances affecting the digestive system, with different root causes and presenting with distinct symptoms.
How TCM maintains your gut health
TCM maintains your gut health through herbal medicine, acupuncture, and dietary adjustments that alleviate symptoms like bloating, gastric pain, and acid reflux while promoting lasting wellness.
Why choose Thomson Chinese Medicine?
At Thomson Chinese Medicine in Singapore, all of our TCM physicians are licensed by the TCM Practitioners Board under the Singaporean Ministry of Health, ensuring you are in safe and capable hands.
Our physicians offer personalised gut health treatment plans based on your unique condition and are fluent in both English and Mandarin to ensure clear communication throughout your treatment journey.
We use TCM therapies to reduce your symptoms and improve your overall health by addressing the underlying imbalances that lead to your digestive issues. With four convenient locations across the island in Paragon, Woodleigh, Novena, and Punggol, it's easy to fit TCM treatment into your schedule.
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
At Thomson Chinese Medicine, your first visit is a consultation where your physician will assess the root cause of your gut health conditions and provide a personalised treatment plan.
The consultation fee depends on your physician's level of seniority, and they will provide a detailed cost breakdown during your visit.
Treatment costs for gut health conditions include acupuncture from SGD 87.20 per session and customised herbal medicine from SGD 14.17 per day for adults. If needed, your physician will also recommend dietary therapy tailored to your condition.
