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Seasonal Nasal & Phlegm Formulas

March 28, 2024

Yvonne Lau, Mayway President

Open the Nose Formulas

Explore formulas that address seasonal nasal and phlegm challenges. This comparison chart will help you quickly and easily compare formulas, their functions, indications, and ingredients.

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Er Long Zuo Ci Wan and Tinnitus

March 28, 2024

photo of a woman holding her ears like she is in pain from a loud sound

Er long Zuo Ci Wan, also known as Tinnitus Left Supporting Pills, is discussed in support of tinnitus caused by insufficient Kidney and Liver Yin with Deficiency Heat and Liver Yang Rising.

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Ear Discomfort in Children

March 27, 2024

Mark Frost, MSTCM, L.Ac.

Children Ear Ache

An understanding of the unique nature of children's physiologies from the TCM perspective is essential in both diagnosing the specific nature of these clinical pictures, and in putting together an effective treatment strategy. It is also important to distinguish between acute and chronic ear conditions, as these are treated differently.

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3 Spring Formulas

March 25, 2024

Mark Frost, MSTCM, L.Ac.

Spring Formulas

With spring just around the corner, it's time to get ready for more time outdoors! Along with warmer days, fresh green grass and blooming flowers, as clinicians it's time for us to prepare for our patients presenting with common seasonal sinus and nasal complaints. Mark Frost, L.Ac. compares 3 common spring formulas: Cang Er Zi San, Bi Yan Pian and Pe Min Kan Wan.

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Video Slideshow of the History of Chinese Herbal Medicine in the US

March 11, 2024

image of 3 historical photos taken from the video discussing chinese herbal medicine history in the united states

Yvonne Lau of Mayway Herbs walks us through historical photos showing us how Chinese herbal medicine has evolved in the United States over the last 150 years.

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A Brief History of Chinese Patent Medicine

March 11, 2024

Chinese PharmacyWhat are now commonly referred to as “patent” medicines are prepared or manufactured Chinese herbal medicines, such as teapills and tablets, which have been made according to standard herbal formulas created hundreds and in some cases even thousands of years ago.

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A Brief History of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine in America

March 10, 2024

Yvonne Lau, Mayway President

Photo of a chinatown pharmacy from 1903

Chinese medicine has a long history in the US, even before the Chinese ever set foot in America. During America’s colonial period, Chinese tea, and herbs such as rhubarb, cinnamon, cardamon, and camphor crossed the ocean to the new world, just as Appalachian wild ginseng went east. White Americans learned about Traditional Chinese Medicine not only through the herbs they consumed, but also through European and American merchants, missionaries, and medical scientists who went to China, studied, and sometimes adopted Chinese therapeutic practices. Read on to learn more about the history of TCM in America.

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Eczema, Atopic Dermatitis & Topical Steroid Withdrawal (Part 1)

March 4, 2024

David Heron, L.Ac.

Case study photo showing patient's face rash at first visit

Eczema is a broad term used to describe numerous related but different conditions involving redness, inflammation, itching of the skin, possibly scaling and occasionally the presence of vesicles. Each type of eczema has different causes, symptoms, and treatments. Dermatitis is another term that is used interchangeably with eczema for conditions involving skin inflammation and redness. Despite similarities in meaning, certain diseases are only used with either eczema or dermatitis in their title. This article provides the background of the disease and will be followed by Part 2 discussing case studies and herbal treatments.

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Skin Formulas Comparison

March 1, 2024

Yvonne Lau, Mayway President

Skin formulas Comparison

This easy chart shows 10 skin formulas and how to use them including pin yin name, alternate name, functions, indications, typical tongue and pulse, and the ingredients so you can select the best formulas for your patients with ease!

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Hair Loss and Traditional Chinese Medicine

February 27, 2024

Dr. Shaohan “Eddie” Chui

photo of a woman holding a hairbrush ful of hair that has presumably fallen out

Throughout all cultures, abundant hair has been seen as a sign of radiant health, as well as fertility and virility. This is also true in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), as the quantity and quality of hair is understood to reflect the state of the Zang Fu organs and physical condition. Read on to learn the connection between hair health, the 5 internal organs, and other factors contributing to hair condition.

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Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan / Seven Treasures for Hair

February 26, 2024

Janet L. Borges, MSTCM, Dipl. AC & CH (NCCAOM), L.Ac.

photo of seven treasures for hair product

Qi Bao Mei Ran Dan 七寶美髯丹, also known as Seven Treasures for Hair, tonifies both Kidney Yin and Kidney Yang, replenishes Jing, tonifies Blood, strengthens tendons and bones, and benefits vitality. Read more in this deep dive article all about this popular formula for beautiful hair!

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2024 Year of the Wood Dragon

January 31, 2024

Wendy S. Goldman, L.Ac.

Chinese New Year 2024 dragon

Every year is either Yin or Yang, and they alternate. Since 2023 was a Yin year, 2024 is a Yang year. If we know the natures of Yin and Yang, we know that generally, Yang is faster, brighter, more active, and more powerful than Yin. That already tells us a bit about the year. Big events will be more Yang, so they may be fast and powerful. Read on for the 2024 Year of the Wood Dragon predictions!

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Chinese New Year Holiday Traditions

January 31, 2024

Yvonne Lau, Mayway President

Photo of Chinese new year meal with fish and eggs and dumplings

The Spring Festival is celebrated for 15 days, complete with activities, superstitions, gatherings and festivals. It is an ancient holiday which has developed over eons and while many customs are the same throughout, some are observed in specific regions or communities in China. Many of those below are especially important to the southern Chinese communities living along the Pearl River Delta and the diaspora of Cantonese immigrants around the world, including our own Lau family.

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Heart Healthy Fish with Hong Hua and Hei Mu Er

January 30, 2024

Yvonne Lau, Mayway President

Photo of fish dish with hong hua and hei mu er

This delicious fish recipe with safflower (Hong hua) and black fungus (Hei mu er) supports healthy blood circulation, warms the body, and tonifies the Qi. It features grouper, which is rich in a wealth of nutrients that includes selenium, calcium, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, vitamins A, B6, B12, high-quality collagen, and polyunsaturated fatty acids that protect the lining of the blood vessels.

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Heart Health Formulas Comparison

January 29, 2024

Yvonne Lau, Mayway President

Heart Health Support formulas Comparison

These 16 formulas offer a variety of TCM approaches to supporting healthy heart function. Learn how to use each formula sorted with pin yin name, alternate name, functions, indications, typical tongue and pulse, and the ingredients so you can easily select the best formulas for your patients!

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