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Episode 206: Musings at the Shanghai Museum of TCM
Join Yvonne Lau and explore the inside of the Shanghai Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine, where ancient artifacts, historic herbal collections, and fascinating exhibits bring thousands of years of Chinese medical history to life. Along the way, she shares the discoveries and reflections that made this museum one of the highlights of her recent trip to China.
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Episode 205: Traveling to Japan with a TCM Travel Kit
Eva Lau, Vice President of Mayway Herbs, shares highlights from her recent family trip to Japan and the Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas that helped keep everyone healthy while traveling. From crowded trains and changing weather to unforgettable meals and neighborhood Kampo pharmacies, Eva offers practical travel tips, firsthand experiences, and herbal recommendations for staying well on the road.
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Episode 204: Why Men Often Neglect Healthcare
Drawing from research, personal experience, and decades of clinical practice, Skye Sturgeon discusses common reasons men avoid medical care and shares practical strategies for practitioners to build trust, encourage engagement, and better support male patients. He also highlights the unique strengths of Traditional Chinese Medicine’s holistic approach to preventive care, communication, and long-term wellness.
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Episode 203: Three Mountains of Men's Health
Yvonne Lau explores benign prostatic hyperplasia, erectile dysfunction, and male infertility through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Drawing from a translated interview with Dr. Guo Jun, Director of the Department of Andrology at Xiyuan Hospital, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, this episode examines the treatment principles, lifestyle recommendations, and holistic strategies used to support some of the most common men’s health challenges.
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Episode 202: Supporting The LGBTQIA+ Community During Challenging Times
Denise Cicuto shares conversations with members of the LGBTQIA+ community and their allies, exploring the challenges many are facing in today’s political climate and the ways practitioners can offer meaningful support. Through these reflections and experiences, Denise examines the role of inclusive language, compassionate listening, community care, and affirming healthcare.
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Episode 201: Yin and Yang, Part Three: the Binary that Encompasses Diversity
Yvonne Lau and Skye Sturgeon continue their exploration of Yin and Yang by examining one of TCM’s most foundational principles through the lens of diversity, biology, and clinical practice. Together, they discuss why Yin and Yang are not rigid opposites, how spectrum and variation exist throughout nature and human experience, and why thoughtful, individualized assessment remains central to effective Chinese medicine care.
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第198集:天麻和知柏地黄汤治疗更年期潮热
探讨天麻丸和知柏地黄汤在支持围绝经期和更年期相关症候群中的临床应用。她讨论了常见症状,包括潮热、头痛、头晕、易怒、睡眠障碍以及肝阳上亢伴阴血不足。
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第180集:夏洛特·麦克斯韦诊所——一家综合癌症诊所
在本期节目中,玛丽·琳恩·莫拉莱斯和雷·雷德将与我们分享夏洛特·麦克斯韦诊所的工作。该诊所是一家免费诊所,为奥克兰地区经济困难、正在与癌症作斗争的女性提供服务。 收听播客,或访问以下链接了解更多关于夏洛特·麦克斯韦诊所的信息: https://charlottemaxwell.org/
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第176集:2025年“捐赠星期二”亮点
在本期“捐赠星期二”特别节目中,我们将重点介绍三个非营利组织,它们为面临危机、疾病和长期健康不平等的人们提供富有同情心、以社区为中心的护理。
收听播客,或阅读更多关于无国界针灸师、 夏洛特·麦克斯韦诊所和环球整体健康的信息。
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Episode 159: TCM Travel Tips from the Tropics
Headed somewhere hot and humid this summer? In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Lauren Coffelt shares her personal experience traveling from Portland to Costa Rica...TCM-style. From navigating travel stress and food stagnation to managing tropical bug bites and sunburns, Lauren dives into her herbal travel kit and lessons learned along the way. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 158: Cooling Summer Heat: Sang Ju Yin
Sang Ju Yin, or “Mulberry and Chrysanthemum Drink,” has been a trusted formula for clearing Wind-Heat and soothing summer discomforts for centuries. In this episode, we explore how this gentle blend helps ease seasonal symptoms, like cough, sore throat, and irritated eyes, and supports the Lungs in the warm months. Tune in to learn the history, applications, and thoughtful modifications that make Sang Ju Yin a go-to remedy for summer heat. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 157: Summer & the Fire Element: A Season of Expression and Connection
Explore the Fire element in Chinese medicine, a season of connection, joy, and transformation. Lauren Coffelt shares insights on how Fire governs the Heart, Small Intestine, Pericardium, and Triple Burner, why balance matters in summer, and simple ways to nurture vitality without burning out. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 156: Sarcopenia and TCM
As we age, maintaining muscle mass becomes a real challenge, and for many, sarcopenia is an unseen but impactful force. In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon dives into the biomedical and TCM perspectives on this age-related muscle loss. Learn the key symptoms and risk factors, explore how Western and Chinese medicine intersect in treatment, and discover how acupuncture, herbal formulas, and traditional Chinese exercises can help slow the progression. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 155: Erectile Dysfunction and TCM
Erectile dysfunction is a common and often complex issue that many men face, but TCM offers a deeply nuanced and effective approach to treatment. In this week’s episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon shares insights from his recent article, exploring the multiple TCM patterns that can contribute to ED, from Kidney Yang deficiency to Liver Qi stagnation and more. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 153: Lan Cai He, A Genderfluid Chinese Deity
Yvonne Lau shares the story of Lan Cai He 藍採和, one of the Eight Immortals of Daoist legend. Known for their flower basket and genderfluid presence, Lan Cai He challenges modern ideas about identity while offering timeless insight into transformation, queerness, and the healing magic of Chinese mythology.
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第 127 集:2024 年感恩节星期二
为纪念“感恩星期二”,本期节目将重点介绍四个在全球产生深远影响的杰出组织。点击下方链接,了解更多关于这些组织的信息。 收听播客。
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Episode 111: TCM Support for Children with ADHD
Join us as we delve into Lola Burmeister's research on ADHD in children. Discover how Traditional Chinese Medicine can empower families and educators to support kids with ADHD through natural remedies and parent-led therapies. Her research focuses on harnessing a child's strengths and managing symptoms effectively. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 110: Recovery Formulas for “Lingering Evil Qi”
Dive into the vital topic of restoring health after a challenging illness, specifically focusing on the concept of “Lingering Evil Qi” (Fú xié 伏邪). Drawing from expert insights and strategies, explore how to expel these concealed pathogenic factors to promote the free flow of Qi and restore vitality. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 109: Herb Story: Zi Su Ye (Perilla Leaf)
Ever wondered about the intriguing leaf served with sashimi? Join us as Yvonne Lau explores the story of Zi Su Ye, or Perilla Leaf. Discover how this spicy herb saved lives in a legendary tale featuring the physician Hua Tuo. Tune in for a fascinating look at this potent herb and its uses in traditional Chinese medicine! Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 108: The Current State of the Herb Market, July 2024
Vice President of Mayway Herbs, Eva Lau, will give us an update on the current state of the herb market, with insight from her recent trip to China. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 107: The Evolution of Plum Flower Labels
Hugh Lau, the head of design and art direction at Mayway Herbs, shares some of his own personal journey with Chinese Medicine and his development of the Mayway Herbs iconic Plum Flower label art. To see the label art and read this article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 105: Treating Blood & Jing in Male Fertility
Dr. Skye Sturgeon discusses male fertility and how men struggling to conceive can benefit from TCM. Explore hidden causes of infertility like Qi & Blood stagnation and Jing deficiency, plus powerful formulas like Ge Xia Zhu Yu Tang, He Shou Wu Wan and Five Ancestors Pills. Read this article or listen to the podcast.
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第102集:中医中的女性声音:瓦莱丽·霍布斯
本次访谈的对象是瓦莱丽·霍布斯,她是一位执业针灸师,专攻草药和针灸治疗女性健康和不孕症。瓦莱丽分享了她自1979年以来从事医疗保健工作以来的见解和经验。 点击此处观看原始视频或收听播客。
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第 89 集:患有荨麻疹的儿童
Raven Lang, L.Ac., OMD 以其30多年的妇幼保健和儿科专业经验,探讨了中医治疗儿童荨麻疹的方法。本期视频摘自 Mayway 课程“中医儿科与小儿针灸”。该课程现已提供视频点播。
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第 87 集:梅威大厦的历史
Mayway Herbs 首席财务官 Richard Lau 分享了我们位于加州西奥克兰的 Mayway Herbs 工厂的历史。我们自己也觉得这栋建筑非常引人入胜,也希望您也会喜欢这段奥克兰历史的点滴。 欢迎阅读文章(附照片!)或收听播客。
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第 75 集:感恩星期二
本期节目重点介绍四个在全球范围内产生影响的组织。想了解更多关于本期节目中提到的组织的信息, 请收听播客。
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Episode 63: TCM in Palliative and End of Life Care
Dr. Kim Peirano, DACM, L.Ac., explores the profound role of Traditional Chinese Medicine in enhancing palliative and end-of-life care. Discover how TCM principles and therapeutic techniques offer a compassionate and comprehensive approach to supporting patients during their final journey. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 62: Ear Discomfort in Children
We discuss the TCM approach for addressing ear discomfort in children, from acute cases to recurrent earaches. This episode navigates treatment principles and herbal remedies to alleviate discomfort. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 61: Back to School - A TCM Clinician's Perspective
Amy Mager discusses the back-to-school season from a TCM clinician's viewpoint and offers insights on nurturing children's well-being. Discover immune support to self-care practices designed to enhance children's health and ease their return to school. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 60: Pediatric Shonishin Case Study: A Full Childhood
Raven Lang shares an extensive case study of Levi, a 21-month-old baby who originally came in for chronic ear infections. Raven worked with Levi for 14 years, from 1995 until 2009 when he was 16. This case study shares the reasons for Levi's visits, the treatments he received, and the important ways he learned to listen to his body and seek support as he got older. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 59: Helping Children with Autism, a Chinese Medical Perspective
A review of a Chinese medicine holistic approach to treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how it addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects. Explore the benefits of Chinese medicine for children with ASD, and provides resources for parents and caregivers. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 57: Women's Voices in TCM: An Interview with Sally Rappeport
An interview with Sally Rappeport from our 2019 series "Women's Voices in Traditional Chinese Medicine". Sally Rappeport is a seasoned practitioner with a profound passion for medicinal herbs and organic growth in the U.S. Discover her inspiring journey through ancient texts, her creation of the Shen Nong Society, and the relevance of Chinese medicine in our modern world. Read the article or listen to the podcast.
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第41集 苍二子与辛夷花
探索古老的中医疗法,以治疗一种困扰全球数百万人的皮肤病,该病会导致瘙痒、紫斑和斑块。了解马克·弗罗斯特(Mark Frost)执业医师重点介绍的两种用于祛除风寒和风热的重要草药。苍耳子和心意花将进行探讨,包括它们的中医功效以及如何为患者选择最佳草药。 观看“草药专家专区”视频。
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第27集:酸枣仁与白子仁
马克·弗罗斯特(Mark Frost)执业药师重点介绍了两种重要的镇静灵草药。酸枣仁和柏子仁将进行探讨,包括它们的中医功效以及如何为患者选择最合适的草药。 点击此处观看“草药师专区”视频或收听播客。
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第 23 集:感恩星期二
本期节目重点介绍四家在全球范围内产生影响的非营利组织。点击下方链接,了解更多关于本期节目中提到的组织的信息。
无国界针灸师
针灸救助项目
全民整体医疗保健
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第 21 集:三种治疗食物停滞的草药配方
苏珊·约翰逊朗读她的文章《艾灸强肾明目》。苏珊介绍了艾灸的季节,以及艾叶如何深入命门,从而以其他疗法无法达到的方式滋养身体。 您可以点击此处阅读全文,或收听播客。
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第 19 集:挥之不去的病原体
在本期节目中,您将听到 William Maclean 课程“持续性病原体”的部分内容。这些疾病的特征是,在急性感染过程之后,疾病持续存在或发病,而这些感染过程尚未得到解决、管理不善或发生在缺乏资源摆脱感染的个人身上。 如需了解更多关于 William Maclean 的“持续性病原体”课程的信息,请点击此处或收听播客。
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第18集:艾灸补肾明门火
苏珊·约翰逊朗读她的文章《艾灸强肾明目》。苏珊介绍了艾灸的季节,以及艾叶如何深入命门,从而以其他疗法无法达到的方式滋养身体。 您可以点击此处阅读全文,或收听播客。
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第 17 集:药用蘑菇
马克·弗罗斯特(Mark Frost)律师重点介绍了三种药用菌菇:灵芝(灵芝/Ganoderma)、香菇(香菇)和舞茸(灰树花)。这三种菌菇都以其有益于气血和整体健康的传统中药功效而闻名,而且香菇和舞茸也是常见的烹饪用香草。 点击此处观看“草药专家角”视频或收听播客。
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Episode 15: A Brief History of Chinese Patent Medicine
Yvonne Lau, the President of Mayway Herbs, walks us through a brief history of Chinese patent medicine. You can access the written information here or Listen to the podcast here.
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Episode 14: Protect them with Jade Windscreen
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. Read the article here or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 13: Exploring Blood & Immunity
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.
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Episode 12: Raqib Katz--30+ year L.Ac., Herbalist & Teacher
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. Listen to the podcast here.
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Episode 11: Herbalist Corner: Huang Qi & Fang Feng
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 or listen to the podcast.
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Episode 9: Finding the Right Ginseng
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. Read the article here or listen to the podcast.
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第 8 集:西瓜汤料 + 甜品汤食谱
这些清凉的甜点可以舒缓漫长夏日高温带来的燥热。您可以点击此处查看“冰镇绿豆椰奶甜品汤”的食谱,以及“鲜西瓜草药滋补品”的食谱,或者收听播客。
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第 7 集:紫云疗愈药膏
您是否想过用中草药制作自己的疗愈药膏?Skye Sturgeon 博士将教您如何制作紫云膏。紫云膏是一味著名的中药配方,已有 350 多年的历史,适用于多种皮肤病。 点击此处观看紫云膏制作视频,或收听播客。
