Alpha-gal Syndrome, Tick Bite Allergy, and SAAT Auricular Acupuncture Treatment
Alpha-gal syndrome is a tick-associated allergy that can cause reactions to mammalian meat and other mammal-derived products. For many people, this condition begins after a tick bite and leads to symptoms after eating foods such as beef, pork, lamb, venison, dairy, or other mammalian products. Dr. Angelica Kokkalis offers treatment support for Alpha-gal syndrome using […] |
Is Elk Velvet Antler Good for Testosterone?
A Traditional Chinese Medicine Perspective Elk velvet antler has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years to strengthen the body, restore vitality, and support Jing—the foundational essence that governs growth, reproduction, and longevity. In the modern world, many men ask a specific question: Can elk velvet antler help support healthy testosterone […] |
The Healing Power of Herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine
For thousands of years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has relied on the healing power of nature—particularly herbs—to restore balance, strengthen vitality, and prevent disease. In TCM, health is not simply the absence of illness. It’s the harmonious flow of Qi (energy) through the body’s meridians and organ systems. When that flow is disrupted, herbs can […] |
What Does Acupuncture Do? Pros and Cons Explained
Acupuncture, one of the oldest healing practices in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been used for thousands of years to restore balance, ease pain, and promote overall wellness. At The Han Institute in West Lafayette, Dr. Angelica Kokkalis combines her extensive training in both Eastern and Western medicine to help patients experience the benefits of […] |
The 5 Forbidden Points in Acupuncture: Why They Matter During Pregnancy
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years to restore balance, promote healing, and enhance well-being. While acupuncture is generally safe and highly beneficial, certain acupuncture points are considered “forbidden” during pregnancy due to their powerful effects on the body. These 5 forbidden points are: Why Are These Points “Forbidden”? […] |
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine West Lafayette, Indiana
Dr. Angelica Kokkalis, O.M.D L.Ac.
(765) 497-0817
