In this episode, Mary Lynn Morales and Ray Reider join us to share the work of the Charlotte Maxwell Clinic, a free clinic serving women in the Oakland area who are navigating cancer with limited financial resources.

They discuss the life-changing care the clinic provides, the deep sense of meaning that comes from volunteering, and the hope this work brings to women who often have very little support. 

For listeners in the Bay Area, the clinic welcomes volunteers who feel called to this work. And for those near and far, they are always looking for support through donations. 

Learn more about the Charlotte Maxwell Clinic here: https://charlottemaxwell.org/

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As the year comes to a close, join us for a heartfelt message from Yvonne Lau, President of Mayway Herbs, as she shares warm holiday wishes and expresses gratitude for your support throughout 2025. It’s our way of celebrating the season and saying “thank you” for being part of our community.

Watch the video here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/holiday-wishes-from-mayway

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This episode explores the nature of Qi: its origins, how it functions in the body, and why it’s so central to Chinese medicine. Yvonne Lau and Dr. Skye Sturgeon talk about Qi cultivation, the ways acupuncture and herbs can affect Qi, and how practices like Qigong help support its movement and resilience.

You can watch the video here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/a-chat-about-qi

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This week, Dr. Skye Sturgeon guides us through the rich philosophical world of the I Ching and its central archetype: the “Superior Man,” or junzi. Drawing on classical commentaries and historical context, Skye illustrates how this ideal of cultivated character shaped Chinese culture for centuries, and how its insights into virtue, conduct, and self-reflection remain deeply relevant today.

You can access the written article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/the-superior-man-and-the-i-ching

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In this special Giving Tuesday episode, we highlight three nonprofit organizations bringing compassionate, community-centered care to people facing crisis, illness, and long-term health inequities.

You’ll hear from:

Acupuncturists Without Borders, whose trauma-informed, heart-centered disaster-relief work has supported communities around the world for nearly two decades.

Charlotte Maxwell Clinic, a volunteer-powered integrative medicine clinic in Oakland providing free acupuncture, herbal medicine, bodywork, and wellness services to low-income women navigating cancer.

Universal Holistic Health, a St. Louis–based nonprofit offering ongoing integrative healthcare, community education, disaster-response services, and international public-health initiatives, including clinic development and training programs in Ghana.

Each organization shares how they serve their communities and how Chinese medicine continues to make a meaningful difference in places where it’s needed most.

Learn more about the organizations featured in this episode:

Acupuncturists Without Borders: https://acuwithoutborders.org
Charlotte Maxwell Clinic: https://charlottemaxwell.org
Universal Holistic Health: https://universalholistichealth.org

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome is one of the most frequently encountered digestive complaints in modern clinical practice, often leaving patients frustrated by limited biomedical treatment options. In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores IBS through a Traditional Chinese Medicine lens, outlining how pattern differentiation provides a more nuanced understanding of the condition.

You can access the written article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/irritable-bowel-syndrome-and-tcm

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In this episode, Yvonne Lau takes us on a journey into the history, preparation, and traditional uses of Shen Qu, also known as “the divine ferment.” A key ingredient in many classic digestive formulas, Shen Qu has roots in ancient brewing traditions and a fascinating production process that blends herbs, fermentation, and traditional craftsmanship.

Yvonne explains how Shen Qu is made at Mayway’s Meiwei Hebei facility, why it has been valued for centuries, and how it supports healthy digestion and the Spleen–Stomach system. She also highlights its role during a season known for heavier foods and occasional overindulgence.

Tune in to learn more about this unique fermented herb and its place in the Chinese medicine approach to digestive wellness.

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Constipation is one of the most common yet often misunderstood digestive disorders seen in clinic. In this episode, William Maclean discusses the Traditional Chinese Medicine approach to constipation, exploring its diverse causes, from Heat, Phlegm, and qi stagnation to Blood, yin, and yang deficiency. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, William shares insights into diagnosis, differentiation, and the lifestyle factors that influence bowel health.

This conversation is based on his article Treatment of Constipation (Bian Bi 便秘) with Chinese Medicine, excerpted from his book the Clinical Handbook of Internal Medicine: The Treatment of Disease with Traditional Chinese Medicine, Volume 2.

You can access the written article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/constipation-bian-bi

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In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores Solitary Hermit Teapills, a time-honored formula for Wind-Cold-Damp Bi with underlying deficiency. Known for supporting the Liver and Kidneys while dispelling Cold and Damp, this classic prescription helps ease chronic pain, stiffness, and weakness in the lower back, hips, and legs, especially when symptoms worsen in cold, damp weather.
Learn how the fourteen herbs in this formula harmonize Qi and Blood, strengthen the body’s foundation, and restore comfort and mobility.

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Wind-Damp Bi syndrome, often marked by joint pain, stiffness, and heaviness, can be eased with herbal formulas that expel Wind and Damp, invigorate circulation, and warm the channels. In this episode, we explore three classic formulas: Juan Bi, San Bi, and Xuan Bi, and how they are applied in clinical practice. Tune in to learn the unique strengths of each formula and how they can support patients struggling with Bi syndrome.

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