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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Autumn is the season of Metal in TCM, a time to let go, create clarity, and strengthen the Lung and Large Intestine. In this episode we explore its ties to dryness, grief, and boundaries, along with lifestyle and herbal approaches to support the season. 

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Join us for A Deep Dive into Bamboo Pharmacy™ Liniments with Dr. Skye Sturgeon, DAOM. Discover how Mobility™ and Relief & Recovery™ liniments, two unique blends of infused and volatile herbal oils, help ease everyday aches, support healthy circulation, and bring relief where it’s needed most.

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What’s happening behind the scenes of the global herbal supply chain? In this episode, Eva Lau, Vice President of Mayway Herbs, shares an industry update on tariffs, China’s sweeping new policy to elevate Traditional Chinese Medicine, and what these shifts mean for practitioners in the U.S. and beyond. From quality standards to pricing trends, tune in for an insider’s perspective on the future of herb sourcing and sustainability.

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Amy Mager, DACM, L.Ac., Dipl. OM (NCCAOM), FABORM, brings decades of clinical experience, teaching, and advocacy to this week’s episode of Chinese Medicine Matters. In conversation with Yvonne Lau, President of Mayway Herbs, and Janet Borges, L.Ac., Mayway’s special consultant, Amy shares practical insights on supporting young people in the clinic. From navigating mental health challenges to working with parents, addressing neurodivergence, and offering accessible, everyday tools, this dialogue highlights the heart of pediatric and adolescent care in a TCM setting.

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What’s next for Chinese medicine education in a shifting world?
In Part 2 of this insightful conversation, school leaders Catherine Niemiec and Thomas Kouo rejoin Yvonne Lau and Skye Sturgeon to explore how we can inspire the next generation of practitioners. This episode dives into fostering qualities like vision, humility, and gratitude in students, addressing generational learning differences, and keeping them engaged through the challenges of rigorous training. The discussion also explores the unique value of herbal medicine education, the need for unified professional standards, and how creative ideas can help bring TCM into the mainstream.

Please enjoy this second half of the discussion with Yvonne Lau, President of Mayway, and Dr. Skye Sturgeon, Mayway’s Quality Assurance Manager, joined by Dr. Thomas Kouo, President of the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine and Vice President of Academic Affairs at the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, and Dr. Catherine Niemiec, Vice President of the Council of Colleges and founder and President of the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture.

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Lost your keys again, or is it something more? In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores how to distinguish mild cognitive impairment from dementia and shares evidence-informed TCM strategies, herbal approaches, and daily practices to support sharper cognition as we age.

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As kids head back to school, keeping their immune systems strong is top of mind. In this week’s re-release episode, Mayway President Yvonne Lau shares insights from Mark Frost on how Traditional Chinese Medicine can strengthen children’s resistance to illness. From the role of Wei Qi to practical herbal strategies, discover timeless approaches for supporting children’s health in the classroom and beyond.

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What’s next for Chinese medicine education in a shifting world? School leaders Catherine Niemiec and Thomas Kouo join Yvonne Lau and Skye Sturgeon to explore student motivations, professional identity, and bold ideas for sustaining and evolving the medicine, from scope expansion to integrated care. This is part one of a two part interview. 

Please enjoy this discussion with Yvonne Lau, President of Mayway, and Dr. Skye Sturgeon, Mayway’s Quality Assurance Manager, joined by Dr. Thomas Kouo, President of the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine and Vice President of Academic Affairs at the Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, and Dr. Catherine Niemiec, Vice President of the Council of Colleges and founder and President of the Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture.

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