Chinese Medicine Matters

Winter is an ideal time to strengthen and tonify the Kidneys to ensure the Yang Qi is warming the interior, channels, and collaterals. In this episode, Janet Borges discusses Mayway Herbs' three most popular Kidney tonic formulas: Golden Book/Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan, Right Side Replenishing/You Gui Wan, and Two Immortals/Er Xian Wan. You can access the written information here .  Select your favo...

In this episode, Dana Yates discusses Ling Zhi, also known as Reishi mushrooms, and why it's considered the mushroom of immortality. This information is based on research by Mark W. Frost. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-s...

In this episode, you will hear an excerpt from Susan Johnson’s video 'Use of Moxa', where she discusses how to use a moxa pot for treating your acupuncture patients and some common points for placement of the moxa pot for great success. You can read more about her use of moxa pots in our article  here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recording...

In this episode, Mark Frost, L.Ac., highlights two important herbs in the Calm Spirit Category. Suan Zao Ren and Bai Zi Ren are discussed, including their TCM functions and how to select the best herb for your patients. Watch the Herbalist Corner video here . Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings! See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.ma...

In this episode, Dana Yates discusses Astragalus, also known as Huang Qi, in Chinese medicine and its profound effect on immunity. This information is based on research by Kimball Chatfield. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-spec...

In this episode, we will discuss four acupuncture treatment strategies to support the shen. These four treatments offer a variety of ways to help our patients with emotional and psychological complaints. The effects of these treatments are to return the patient to a deepened state of peace, acceptance of circumstance, and a feeling of being reunited to the peace and security of the higher self wit...

In this episode, William Maclean will discuss insomnia and stabilizing the Shen and Hun. Roughly 60 million Americans suffer from some form of insomnia, yet Western medicine does not have a clear solution to this problem. Will Maclean takes an in-depth look at instability or agitation of the shén and hún associated with sleep disorders. He explores the underlying causes within this framework, list...

This episode highlights four non-profits that are making an impact worldwide. Click the links below for more information on the organizations mentioned in the episode.  Acupuncturists Without Borders   Acupuncture Relief Project Universal Holistic Healthcare Charlotte Maxwell Clinic See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter htt...

In this episode, the Vice President of Mayway Herbs, Eva Lau, will give us an update on the current state of the herbal supply chain. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway...

In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon will discuss three popular formulas for common food stagnation complaints. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup F...

In this episode, William Maclean, M.Sc. Chin. Med will discuss abdominal distension, fu zhang and pi man. Fu zhang refers to a sense of fullness, discomfort, or obstruction across the upper or lower abdomen, or across the abdomen as a whole. Pi man is distension specifically in the epigastric area. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe an...

In this episode, you will hear a section of William Maclean’s course on Lingering Pathogens. These disorders are characterized by persistent illness or morbidity subsequent to an acute infectious process that was unresolved, poorly managed or occurred in an individual without the resources to throw it off. For more information on William Maclean's Lingering Pathogens course click here .  Sele...

In this episode, Susan Johnson reads her article Moxa Strengthens the Kidneys and Mingmen Fire. Susan covers when Moxa season is and how Moxa or mugwort leaf can deeply penetrate into the Ming Men or Lifegate, where it will build the body in ways that cannot be otherwise accomplished. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified...

In this episode, Mark Frost, L.Ac., highlights 3 medicinal mushrooms: Reishi (Ling zhi / Ganoderma), Shiitake (Xiang gu), and Maitake (Hui shu hua). While all three are known for their traditional Chinese medicine use benefiting qi, blood, and overall health, Shiitake and Maitake are also common culinary herbs. Watch the Herbalist Corner video here . Select your favorite podcast provider to subscr...

In this episode, Janet Borges L.Ac. will cover essential formulas to protect the Lungs during autumn and fall fires. This information was originally from the article Fires and Metal: Fall Lung Formulas by Laura Stropes, M.S. L.Ac. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Disco...

In this episode, Yvonne Lau, the President of Mayway Herbs, walks us through a brief history of Chinese patent medicine. You can access the written information here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newslett...

This episode is all about Jade Windscreen (Yu Ping Feng San)! The 3-herb powerhouse that addresses surface deficiency patterns that may cause invasions of common pathogenic influences.  You can access the written article by Mark W. Frost here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings!  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/mont...

In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon will explore how to assess the condition of a patient’s blood by providing insight into the use of a common laboratory test, i.e., the Complete Blood Count (CBC) with Differential.  You can access the written article on Blood & Immunity here .  For related information, you can read TCM Heat & Inflammation here or listen to the TCM Heat & Inflammation...

Yvonne Lau, the president of Mayway Herbs, interviews Raqib Lynn Katz, a practicing acupuncturist and herbalist with over 30 years of experience. Raqib is currently an Associate Professor of Herbology at Five Branches University.  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings! See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sig...

Professor Mark W. Frost, MSTCM, L.Ac., Herbal Chair at American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM), joins us to highlight two important herbs for immunity. Huang Qi and Fang Feng are discussed including their TCM functions and how to select the best herbs for your patients. You can access the original video here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of...

In TCM terms, the defense against illness is referred to as Wei Qi. Children by nature have immature Spleens, and as a result their Wei Qi is less developed, making them prone to external pathogens. In this episode, you'll learn about formulas to strengthen the Wei Qi in children just in time for school! You can access the written article here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subsc...

Ginseng is arguably one of the most well-known Chinese medicinal herbs, yet the word is casually used to refer to many different herbs, some with slight variations and others with completely different actions. In this episode, you'll learn which ginseng is right for you and your patients. You can access the written article here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get not...

These cooling desserts soothe the overheating effects of these long summer days with elevated temperatures. You can access the written recipe for the Chilled Mung Bean & Coconut Milk Dessert Soup here and the written recipe for the Herbal Tonic with Fresh Watermelon here .  Select your favorite podcast provider to subscribe and get notified of new recordings! See our Monthly Practitioner Disco...

Have you ever wanted to make your own therapeutic ointments from Chinese herbs? Dr. Skye Sturgeon will teach you how to make Zi Yun Gao, a famous, over 350-year-old Chinese herb formula that’s applicable for a variety of skin conditions. Click here to watch the video on how to make Purple Cloud Healing Salve. Ointment Recipe  Crushed or chopped herbs 8 oz - Sesame (or almond or wheat germ)oil 2 oz...

This episode, Five Spirits, Five Paths, Complex PTSD in Today’s World, was written and read by Dr. Kim Peirano, DACM, LAc. To learn more about Dr. Kim Peirano, you can visit her website here or learn more about The Integrative Healing Institute here . "The consistent devaluation of our intrinsic goodness as human beings is often reduced to only the value we provide another, rather than who we...