Traditional Chinese Medicine 101: What Acupuncture Really Does (And Who It Helps) Ep.26

What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), really—and what does acupuncture actually do in the body? In this episode, I’m joined by licensed acupuncturist Skyler Levine (Diplomate of Oriental Medicine) to break down acupuncture in plain English: meridians, qi, the fascia/electrical “circuit” concept, and why so many people feel calmer (sometimes immediately) after a session. We talk through what acupuncture can support—from stress, anxiety, insomnia, and digestive issues to pain relief, fertility support, amenorrhea, PMS, and period pain—and what a real treatment plan looks like (including why consistency matters). Skyler also explains Chinese herbal medicine, why formulas are personalized (not one-size-fits-all), and why TCM can be harder to study using the standard Western drug-trial model. If you’ve been skeptical, curious, or just want a better understanding of how acupuncture works, this is your TCM 101.Grab the FREE Meal Prep GuideConnect + Follow:Skyler's Booking Link for Shen MedicineFollow me on Instagram + Facebook: @connectedhabitscoachingJoin the free community: Connected Habits: a community for holistic and sustainable health