Healing food according to the five elements – individually tailored to your organism
Chinese dietetics is an independent pillar of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Unlike modern diet trends, it is not aimed at short-term effects or calorie counting. Instead, it uses the energetic effect of food to promote health, well-being and inner balance – adapted to the constitution, phase of life and current complaints.
In TCM, food is considered a mild remedy. Each food has a thermal effect (e.g. warming or cooling), a flavor (sweet, spicy, salty …) and a connection to certain organ functions. In this way, nutrition is used specifically to strengthen, regulate or relieve processes in the body.
Chinese dietetics is not a rigid nutritional theory, but a flexible system – holistic, suitable for everyday use and individualized.
TCM assumes that health arises when Qi can flow freely and Yin and Yang are in balance. Food has a direct influence on this balance. A diet that produces too much cold, dryness or phlegm formation in the body can promote complaints in the long term – such as digestive problems, tiredness, skin diseases or susceptibility to infections.
The energetic quality of the diet is adapted to individual needs through the targeted selection and preparation of food. The aim is to strengthen the digestive power (the so-called spleen Qi) and harmonize the metabolism.
Western nutritional concepts are also increasingly recognizing the importance of an anti-inflammatory, individual diet. TCM dietetics can provide valuable impetus here:
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Chinese dietetics is suitable for anyone who wants to take a more conscious approach to their diet and address complaints holistically – without prohibitions, but with a new, clear understanding of what is good for the body. It helps in the following areas:
Chinese dietetics is also a powerful preventative tool – to stay healthy and in balance in the long term.
FAQs
No. It is based on simple principles such as hot meals, regularity and choosing foods that are appropriate for your type – without calculating calories.
Not necessarily. It’s about gradually changing habits and supporting the body – not about bans.
This is an energetic classification: ginger, for example, is considered warming, cucumber cooling. It does not refer to the temperature, but
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Yes, from a TCM perspective, a regular rhythm is important. The morning, for example, is considered the best time for a warm, nourishing meal, while heavy meals in the late evening should be avoided.
Yes – certain foods and preparations can help to harmonize the cycle, relieve pain and strengthen the body during the different phases of the month.
No. The basis is TCM diagnostics, in particular the observation of pulse, tongue, temperature behavior, digestion and individual symptoms. The recommendations are based on energetic patterns, not laboratory values.
Absolutely. We provide ideas that are suitable for everyday use and can be integrated into a busy daily routine – e.g. simple recipes, suitable snacks or the choice of meals in restaurants.
The recommendations are individual. It’s not about giving up completely, but about understanding what effect certain foods have on your body – and how you can consciously balance them out.
Practical experience
Food is more than nutrition – it is a relationship, a memory and a daily decision.
In our practice for traditional Chinese medicine in Berlin-Friedenau, we do not view nutrition in isolation, but as a central lever for promoting health and strengthening the body’s balance. Chinese dietetics offers us a differentiated system that has evolved over centuries – clear, sensitive and profound.
We do not work with prohibitions or rigid plans, but with conscious selection, a keen sense of feeling and practical support. Each recommendation is embedded in the reality of your life – and is designed to help you implement small, effective changes.
Our experience shows: When people understand how their diet affects them, they often develop a completely new approach to their own body – with more energy, confidence and self-efficacy in everyday life.
That’s why we see dietetics not just as a method, but as an invitation: to reconnect with ourselves, to strengthen ourselves from within and to take a healthy approach to what we eat every day.
Would you like to discover Chinese dietetics for yourself?
We look forward to welcoming you personally to our practice in Berlin-Friedenau.
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Gentle methods, many years of experience – and time for you.
In our practice for traditional Chinese medicine in Berlin-Friedenau, we work with all five central pillars of this proven healing method: acupuncture, Tuina massage, nutrition according to the five elements, Qi Gong/Tai Chi and Chinese herbal therapy.
Each of these methods can be used individually or in a sensible combination – individually tailored to your complaints and life situation. The result is a holistic therapeutic approach that brings body, mind and environment into harmony – directly on site in Berlin and in your area.
Acupuncture is a tried and tested method of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) that regulates the flow of energy in the body by inserting fine needles. It can help with both acute and chronic complaints - from pain to hormonal imbalances.
Tuina is a therapeutic form of massage that uses targeted movements to release blockages, activate the flow of energy and promote physical and emotional balance. It is particularly suitable for muscle tension, restricted movement or stress-related complaints.
These forms of movement are an integral part of Chinese medicine and combine slow, mindful exercises with conscious breathing. They support the flow of energy, have a relaxing effect and strengthen body and mind - ideal for preventative health care or as an accompaniment to therapy.
Herbal therapy is a central pillar of TCM. Based on sound diagnostics, we compile individual formulas from herbal active ingredients to balance internal imbalances. Our practice in your area offers comprehensive advice and support.
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