2025
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January 3: New Year 2025 Harmony, Insights, & Seasonal Affective Disorder
Read about the New Year I Ching, Seasonal Affective Disorder, formulas that support insomnia and anxiety, and all about Emperor's Teapills.
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January 13: Ideas for Preparing for Chinese New Year
Explore simple ways to prepare for the Chinese New Year festivities with tips on decluttering, lucky foods, and timeless customs for a prosperous new year!
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January 22: Lunar New Year & Welcome Year of the Snake!
What does the year of the Yin Wood Snake entail? Discover predictions for the year ahead plus traditions for good luck, health, and prosperity.
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February 4: Fertility & Pregnancy Support with TCM
Promoting healthy pregnancy after 40, plus fertility insights for men and women, and formulas for optimizing female fertility with prepared medicines.
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February 18: The Moon & Pregnancy, Raven Lang: Months 5 & 6 of Pregnancy
Learn how the moon, light and dark affect fertility, plus Raven Lang continues her discussion on the 2nd trimester of pregnancy discussing months 5 & 6.
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March 4: Herbal Strategies for Respiratory Wellness, TCM for Seasonal Allergies
Formulas for dryness of the lungs, Jade Windscreen formula review, TCM support for seasonal allergies, and compare formulas for phlegm relief!
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March 14: Chinese Medicine Day, the Wood Element, Tariffs
Learn about the history of Chinese Medicine Day, we highlight Spring and the Wood Element, and a discussion about tariffs in relation to Chinese herbs.
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April 17: Chinese Herb Tariffs & Our Commitment to You
Get the facts and updates on recent tariff increases and the steps we are taking to navigate the challenges without disrupting the supply chain.
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April 22: Earth Day - Healing the Planet One Herb at a Time
Walk, wonder, and weave herbs into your world with these Earth Day tips! Plus, learn how to make your own organic Chen Pi.
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May 1: Miscarriage Support, Postmenopause, Dysmenorrhea and PMS
Daoist mythology, Chinatown pride, and a quick link to past LGBTQIA+ articles on inclusion and supporting patients.
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June 3: Supporting LGBTQIA+ in your clinic, Lan Cai He
Daoist mythology, Chinatown pride, and a quick link to past LGBTQIA+ articles on inclusion and supporting patients.
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June 10: Men's Health, Erectile Dysfunction, Sarcopenia
TCM for erectile dysfunction, compare Men's Essentials formulas, learn about sarcopenia, and health tips for aging men.
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2024
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January 4: Qi & Yang Tonics, Ci Wu Jia (Eleuthero) for Vitality, Qi Gong Tips
Read about the New Year I Ching, Seasonal Affective Disorder, formulas that support insomnia and anxiety, and all about Emperor's Teapills.
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January 18: Formulas for Release Exterior & Lingering Evil Qi, Xiao Chai Hu Tang
Compare formulas that Release the Exterior, learn about Lingering Evil Qi, and deep dive into the great harmonizer Xiao Chai Hu Tang.
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February 1: Preparing for Chinese New Year, Heart Health Formulas
Atherosclerosis and TCM, compare popular formulas used for cardiovascular support, get tips for preparing for Chinese New Year.
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February 9: Chinese New Year Predictions, Holiday Traditions
What does the year of the Wood Dragon have in store? Dive into the dos and don'ts of Chinese New Year traditions.
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March 5: TCM for Hair and Skin, Compare Skin Formulas
Qi Bao Me Ran Dan for hair, Topical Steroid Withdrawal case study (part 1), compare popular TCM formulas for skin, hair loss and TCM.
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March 11: History of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine & Patent Medicine
Celebrate Chinese Medicine Day, history of Chinese herbal medicine in America, history of Chinese patent medicine.
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April 2: Ear, Nose & Throat Health, Formulas to Open the Nose, Tinnitus
We compare popular spring formulas for sinus and nasal complaints, a deep dive on TCM for rhinitus, TCM for tinnitus, TCM for ear discomfort.
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April 17: Topical Steroid Withdrawal (cont), Chinese Herb-Drug Interactions
The case review on Topical Steroid Withdrawal continues discussing treatment protocol and results. Herb-drug pharmacology discussion.
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April 22: Chinese Herb Garden, Herb Story: Zi Su Ye (Perilla Leaf)
For earth day, we highlight the UC Berkeley Botanical Garden's Chinese Medicine garden. The folk tale behind Zi Su Ye (Perilla Leaf).
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May 2: First Trimester of Pregnancy, Month 4 of Pregnancy, Si Wu Tang
Raven Lang discusses the Chinese medicine view for the first trimester and the 4th month of pregnancy. Dive deep into Si Wu Tang.
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May 17: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), TCM and Osteroporosis
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is discussed along with TCM support for patients. The role of Kidney Jing and osteoporosis.
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June 1: Pride, Bisexual & Pansexual Health Inclusivity, IVF for Queer Couples
The importance of bisexual and pansexual health inclusivity. IVF for Queer couples. Integrating Yin Yang theory for transgender care.
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June 13: Male Menopause Syndrome, Male Factor Infertility, Men's Formulas
Prostate support with Kai Kit Wan. Blood & Jing in Male Fertility. Compare popular men's essential formulas. Hormonal decline & male menopause.
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July 19: Supply chain, China Travel Diary, Evolution of Plum Flower's labels
Catch up on the supply chain changes and challenges with Chinese herbs. Read about Yvonne's trip to Anguo, China. See the evolution of our labels.
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August 6: Back to School with TCM, Acne, ADHD, Release Exterior Formulas
Acne support, supporting children with ADHD, Back to School - a Clinician's perspective, compare Release the Exterior formulas.
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September 5: Bell's Palsy, Shingles, Nerve Qi & Xue Stagnation Formulas
Acupuncture for Bell's Palsy, TCM support for Shingles, comparison chart of Nerve Qi & Xue Stagnation formulas.
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September 17: Fall Equinox I Ching, History of the Mid-Autumn Festival
The Autumn Equinox, Hexagram 58, is discussed. Learn the rich history and traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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October 1: Heat & Inflammation, Ling Zhi (Reishi), TCM for Diabetes
Explore the TCM view of chronic inflammation. Ling Zhi (Reishi), the mushroom of immortality. TCM for Diabetes Mellitus.
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November 5: China Tung Hsueh Wan & Blood Stagnation, Harvest Update
Explore the concept of Jing. Dive deep into China Tung Hsueh Wan for blood stagnation. Fall harvest update. Learn about Revive Kidney Qi teapills.
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December 5: Giving Tuesday Highlights with AWB, UHH, and CMC
We highlight 3 organizations: Acupuncturists Without Borders, Universal Holistic Healthcare and Charlotte Maxwell Clinic.
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December 18: Winter Solstice, Water Element, I Ching
Traditions and wisdom of the Winter Solstice. The Water Element in TCM. Fu/Return, Revival, Inflection Point, Winter Solstice.
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2023
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January 5: Moxa Season, Cold Weather Kidney Tonics, Compare Qi Tonics
Strengthen your patients with moxa during moxa season. Deep dive into 3 cold weather kidney tonics. Comparison of qi tonics!
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January 31: Herbal Medicine & the Pandemic, Recovery for Lingering Evil Qi
Case studies from a practitioner treating 200+ Covid patients. Learn about formulas for supporting Lingering Evil Qi.
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February 9: Optimizing Female Fertility & Fertility Case Studies
Susan Johnson presents case studies on infertility of male and female. Learn how to optimize female fertility.
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February 17: Holistic Approach to Pregnancy Loss, Male Factor Infertility
A compassionate, holistic approach to pregnancy loss. Deep dive into male factor infertility.
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February 28: Stabilizing Shen & Hun, Insomnia, Anxiety & Insomnia Formulas
TCM for insomnia, herbal soup recipe to calm the spirit, compare formulas for commonly used for sleep and stress.
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March 8: Spring I Ching Reading, Formulas for the Nose, TCM and Rhinitis
Learn from the I Ching, quickly compare formulas that open the nose, deep dive into TCM support for rhinitis.
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April 4: Skin Health, Purple Patch Wind, Itchy Skin Recipes, Lichen Planus
TCM dermatology case study on lichen planus, compare popular skin formulas, two herbal recipes that benefit the skin!
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April 13: TCM and Headaches, Headache Formulas, Tungs Points for Migraine
Compare popular formulas for head pain, deep dive into TCM for headahces, Tung's Beside Three Miles for migraine.
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May 3: TCM for Digestion, Abdominal Distension, Food Stagnation, Stomach Heat
Learn how diet and emotions factor into abdominal distension. Compare digestive formulas. Qing Wei Wan for stomach fire.
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May 16: Invigorating Blood with the Right Formula
Dui Yao: Dang Gui with Huang Qi, compare formulas that invigorate the blood, and dive deep into the formula Yu Dai Wan .
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June 1: IVF for Queer Couples, Inclusion in your Practice
Serving the LGBTQIA+ community, transfeminine care with TCM, and a detailed case study on IVF for queer couples.
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June 7: Men's Health, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Men's Essential Formulas
TCM for benign prostatic hyperplasia, deep dive into Xiong Wei Da Bu Wan, Herbalist Corner: Yin Yang Huo, Xu Duan & Tu Si Zi.
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July 14: Exploring Fresh Local Food-Herbs, Chinese Herb Beer & Wines
Culinary herbalism, learn how to make Chinese medicinal herb beer and tonic wine, summer herb recipes for hot weather.
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August 1: Xiao Chai Hu Tang, TCM and Autism, Chinese Herbs for Children
The great harmonizing prescription, helping children with autism, strengthening children's resistance to illness.
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August 15: Back to School, Hives & Children, Ear Discomfort & Children
Back to school and TCM, video: hives & children, TCM approach for ear discomfort and children.
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September 7: Tung's Points for Aging Eyes, TCM and End of Life Care
Master Tung's Flower Bone points for aging eyes, TCM in palliative and end of life care.
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September 20: Longevity & TCM, Ancient Brain Formula, TCM and Cognitive Decline
Hallmarks of aging, TCM cognitive decline patterns, elderly men's health, longevity soup to nourish and calm the mind.
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October 3: Chinese Medicine for Cough, Autumn - the Change of Seasons
Compare 17 lung health formulas, preparing for autumn, TCM for coughs due to exterior pathogens.
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October 16: Sustainability of Chinese Herbal Medicine, Supply Chain Update & Quality
Growing herb demand and quality concerns, compare 26 triple threat season formulas, sustainability of Chinese herbs.
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November 1: TCM and Obesity, Navigating Holiday Eating, Formulas for Food Stagnation
Compare 3 formulas for food stagnation, Chinese medicine and obesity, healing the Yi spirit and holiday eating.
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November 28: Giving Tuesday Highlights of 4 amazing TCM Non-Profits
TCM non-profits Acupuncturists Without Borders, Universal Holistic Healthcare, Young Adults in Crisis, and Charlotte Maxwell Clinic.
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December 5: Depression and TCM, Releasing Trauma, Wood Anger Points, Shen Qi Wu Wei Zi Wan
Dive deep into Abundant Qi Plus Teapills, learn about Tung's Wood Anger points, Treatment of PTSD, insomnia & anxiety formulas.
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2022
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January 5: Cold Weather Kidney Tonics, Kidney Yang Deficiency or Liver Yang Rising
Formulas comparison, Yang Tonics herbalist corner, Cordyceps Cs-4 deep dive, is it Kidney Yang Deficiency or Liver Yang Rising?
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February 1: Lunar New Year: Water Tiger, Wind and Cold Damp Bi, Musculoskeletal Formulas
Lunar new year predictions, comparison of 3 musculoskeletal formulas, wind and cold damp bi in the winter.
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February 16: Research: Two Years Later, Southern Ban Lan Gen, Two Essential Formulas
Protection and recovery from challenging times, four treatment principles, three formulas, two years later.
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March 25: TCM, Heat & Inflammation, Aftermath of Coronavirus, Lingering Evil Qi
Primary pathological triad, recovery formulas, qi gong for health, heat and inflammation, Tung's points in the aftermath.
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April 27: Spring Formulas, TCM and Rhinitis, Formulas to Open the Nose
TCM for Rhinitis, explore top formulas that open the nose, spring I Ching, 3 spring formulas.
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May 11: Endometriosis, TCM for Overactive Bladder, Hyperemesis, TCM and Menopause
A comfortable menopause, TCM for endometriosis and overactive bladder, treating hyperemesis.
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June 17: TCM and Atherosclerosis, Majestic Yang Teapills, Male Factor Infertility
Atherosclerosis, deep dive into Majestic Yang Teapills, male factor infertility, Tung's Three Emperor's.
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July 12: Anxiety, c-PTSD Autism Spectrum Disorder, Bai Zi Yang Xin
Acupuncture and herbs to support the Shen, children with autism spectrum disorder, complex PTSD, anxiety.
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August 4: Lanzhou Foci Teapill Factory, Make Chen Pi, Lemongrass & Tofu Soup
Maker's edition: Upgraded teapill factory, how to make Chen Pi, Chinese herbal beer and wine recipes.
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September 8: Blood and Immunity, Strengthening Children's Resistance, Cordyceps
Blood, immunity and TCM, children's resistance for school, protection with Jade Windscreen.
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October 4: TCM and Cough, Fall Lung Formulas, Throat Protecting Soup
Overview of lung formulas, throat protecting soup recipe, deep dive on 3 lung formulas, Fire and Metal.
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November 1: Digestive Support, Food Stagnation, Abdominal Distension, Safety of Talc
Formulas for digestion, food stagnation, TCM for abdominal distension, all about talc and safety.
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November 15: Fall Supply Update, Curing Pills Season, Chuan Bei Mu & Pears
Chuan Bei Mu recipe with pears for cough, fall harvest and supply chain updates for 2022, Curing Pills for the holiday season.
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November 29: Giving Tuesday, AWB, Acupuncture Relief Project, UHH
Catch up with 3 TCM non-profits: Acupuncturists Without Borders, Acupuncture Relief Project, Universal Holistic Healthcare.
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December 6: Yin Chiao or Gan Mao Ling, Compare 27 Winter Formulas, Ban Lan Gen
Yin Chiao vs. Gan Mao Ling, learn to choose between 27 triple threat formulas, learn about the herb Ban Lan Gen.
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December 15: Triple Threat Season, Winter Care Kits, Dispensary Templates
Get a winter care kit - the most popular formulas for winter season, customize prescriptions with our dispensary.
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2021
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January 4: Year of the Metal Ox, Cold Weather Kidney Tonics
Tonifying Yang & Warm Interior formulas, 3 Kidney Tonics for Cold Weather, year of the Metal Ox predictions.
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January 19: Treating Trauma with NADA, Acupuncture to Support the Shen
Formulas to Release the Exterior, Calm Spirit soup recipe, balancing emotional and psychological health.
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March 2: All About Extracts & Granules, Dosing Strategies, Comparison Video
See how extracts and granules are made, learn how to properly dose extract formulas, identifying TCM fraudulent products.
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March 11: I Ching for Tranquility & Peace, Spring Formulas, Herbalist Corner
Herbalist corner highlights Cang Er Zi and Xin Yi Hua, highlighting 3 spring formulas, catch up on the I Ching.
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April 1: Yu Zhu & Bei Sha Shen, Deep Dive into Eleuthero, Lingering Pathogens
Herbalist corner highlights Yu Zhu and Bei Sha Shen, learn about Ci Wu Jia (Eleuthero), restoring health after a challenging illness.
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April 22: Virtually Tour the Mayway Dispensary, Dosages for Extracts & Granules
Visit the Mayway dispensary virtually, get tips for dosing extract and granule formulas, learn to convert a whole herb prescription to granule.
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May 7: White Phoenix, First Trimester of Pregnancy, Female Fertility
Learn about Wu Ji Bai Feng Wan, dive into the first trimester of pregnancy, optimizing female fertility with herbs.
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May 26: Perimenopause & Menopause Support, Hot Flashes, Charlotte Maxwell Clinic
Zhi Bai Di Huang Tang for hot flashes, comfortable menopause transition, interview with Charlotte Maxwell Clinic.
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June 15: Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Kidney Yang or Liver Yang Rising, Kai Kit Wan
Case study: Kidney Yang or Liver Yang Rising? Male factor infertility, Yin Yang Huo & Xu Duan & Tu Si Zi, Kai Kit Wan.
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July 15: Stone-K Formula, Mushrooms, Huang Lian Shang Qing Pian & Qing Fei Yi Huo
Medicinal Mushrooms, Huang Lian Shang Qing Pian & Qing Fei Yi Huo Pian deep dive, Stone-K for Lower Jiao Dampness.
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July 29: Cooling Summer Recipes, Abdominal Distension, Food Stagnation
Gou Qi Zi ice cream, watermelon tonic tea, fu zhang, pi man, 3 food stagnation formulas.
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August 12: Cordyceps Cs-4, Shonishin Demonstration Video, Jade Windscreen
Raven Lang demonstrates Shonishin for kids immune building, reinforcing immunity for fall, sustainability of Cs-4.
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September 21: Quality Discussion, How Extracts are Made, Prepared Formulas
Field to Market herb quality, video: How Extracts Are Made, teapill manufacturing behind the scenes.
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October 14: Sustainability of Chinese Herbs, Fall Lung Formulas, Herbalist Corner
Sustainability concerns of Chinese herbs, comparison of lung formulas, Yu Zhu & Bei Sha Shen herbalist corner.
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November 23: Giving Tuesday Highlights, Fall Herb Recipes, Digestive Support
Formulas for food stagnation, catch up with Charlotte Maxwell Clinic and Acupuncturists Without Borders.
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December 15: Eight Treasure Duck Recipe, I Ching, Gan Mao Ling vs. Yin Chiao
When to use Gan Mao Ling vs. Yin Chiao, novel formulas for releasing the exterior, herbal recipe 8 treasure duck.
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2020
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February 1: Year of the Rat Predictions, Coronavirus & Supply Chain, Tariffs
Year of the Rat predictions, new tariffs and what to expect, supply chain concerns from Coronavirus.
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April 2: Lung Clearing Soup, Novel Dispensary Formulas, Supply Chain Update
Recipe for lung clearing and detoxifying soup, customize novel formulas in our dispensary, supply challenges update.
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April 22: Yu Ping Feng San (Jade Screen), Ling Zhi Reishi
Learn about Reishi (Ling Zhi), the mushroom of immortality, Yu Ping Feng San for immunity and protection.
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May 7: Formulas for Lung Health, Damp as a Vector of Pathogenesis, Qi Gong for Health
Compare lung formulas, dive into 3 formulas for lung health, learn about Damp as a vector for pathogenesis.
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May 22: Anxiety, the Unsettled Shen, Formulas for Sleep, Herbalist Corner
Herbalist Corner: Suan Zao Ren & Bai Zi Ren, learn about TCM for anxiety and insomnia and the unsettled shen.
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June 12: Xiao Chai Hu Tong, Harmony Rice, I Ching Message
The great harmonizer Xiao Chai Hu Tong, Harmony Rice recipe, a message from the I Ching to us.
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July 20: Tung's Points in Coronavirus Aftermath, Recovery
Road to recovery, Master Tung points by Susan Johnson, Herbalist Corner Video: Sang Ye & Ju Hua.
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August 6: Weekend Warrior Syndrome, Sang Ju Yin, Huang Bai Soup
Cost of making hay in the sunshine, deep dive into Sang Ju Yin, Huang Bai Soup recipe, essential travel formulas.
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September 2: Strengthening Children's Immunity, Herbalist Corner
Essential formulas for challenging times, strengthening children's immunity, Huang Qi & Fang Feng, Shonishin.
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September 30: Fires & Metal, Lung Formulas, Ear Discomfort in Children, Mid-Autumn Festival
Mid-autumn festival celebration, lung formulas comparison, children and ear discomfort, lung & throat protecting soup.
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November 19: TCM and Acne, Case History for Fen Ci, Margarite Acne Pills
Differential diagnosis of acne, learn about Margarite Acne Pills formula breakdown, congee for beautiful skin.
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December 17: Wind & Cold Damp Bi, Musculoskeletal Formulas, Silent Patients
Patients may be suffering in silence - tips for outreach during lockdown, wind and cold damp bi, formulas for musculoskeletal problems.
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2019
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March: Earth Pig Predictions, Sulfur Fumigation Effects
What does the year of the Earth Pig have in store for us? Learn about sulfur fumigation and its adverse effects.
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May: Women's Voices in TCM, Sitting the Month, Pregnancy First Trimester
Yu Dai Wan for women's health, first trimester of pregnancy, video interviews with 4 leading women in TCM.
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September: Tung's Points for Shao Yang Migraine, Si Ni Wan
Learn Master Tung points for Shao Yang type migraine, TCM diagnosis of acne, deep dive into Four Pillars/Si Ni Wan.
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2018
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January: Earth Dog New Year Predictions, Out of Stock, Tonic Wines
What's in store for the year of the Earth Dog? Learn why stock outs happen, how to make tonic herbal wines.
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February: Response to TCM Criticism, Herb Demand & Quality
AHP response to recent criticism to TCM, growing demand of herbal medicine and quality concerns, herbalist best practices.
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March: Dosage Guidelines, Dyeing Eggs with Herbs, Bitter & Egg Recipe
How to determine the right dose for your patient, dyeing eggs with Chinese herbs, egg & bitter melon recipe.
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May: The Shen & Insomnia, TCM Adaptogens, New Ban Lan Gen
Chinese herbs and adaptogens, stabilizing the shen and hun, new Southern Ban Lan Gen for clearing heat.
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July: New Teapill Technology, Chinese Herb Farming in the US, Organic Herbs
Teapill manufacturing upgrades, Chinese herb farming in the pacific Northwest, USDA certified organic herbs.
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September: Pediatric Fevers, Underprescribing Extracts and Granules, Autumn Recipe
Raven Lang discusses fevers with children, learn to properly dose extract and granule formulas, Sha Shen Yu Zhu recipe.
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November: Abdominal Distension, FDA and Product Claims, Bring In Patients
Treating pi man and fu zhang, Mayway and the FDA and product claims in social media, introverts guide for getting more patients.
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