Although acupuncture is more popular in the Western world, herbal medicine is the main pillar of TCM in East Asia. Herbal formulas are tailored to your needs and are fully customizable to minimize adverse effects. Herbal medicine comes in many forms to fit your preference and budget: tinctures, tablets, capsules, powder, or raw. The goal of herbal treatment is not to keep you on herbs forever. Ideally, you take them long enough for a specific outcome, then move to maintenance through lifestyle and dietary strategies.