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Food allergies and sensitivities can be an important consideration when prescribing Chinese herbal medicine. In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores where common food allergens may appear in Chinese herbs, traditional processing methods, and herbal products. He discusses major allergens including wheat, soy, sesame, and tree nuts, along with gluten concerns, Alpha-gal syndrome, allergen labeling, and the steps Mayway takes to help practitioners identify potential allergens in its products. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/food-allergens-and-chinese-herbal-medicine See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

Mayway Vice President Eva Lau joins us with an update on the 2026 fall herb harvest and what Mayway is watching in the herb market. Having grown up in her family’s herb business and now overseeing operations and purchasing at Mayway, Eva shares insights on this year’s unusual weather, changing market conditions, and what they could mean for the herbs practitioners rely on.  You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/herb-market-update-fall-2026 See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Mayway President Yvonne Lau sits down with Dr. Skye Sturgeon, DAOM, for a candid conversation about aging and longevity. Drawing from Skye’s own experiences and reflections, they discuss independence, staying active and engaged, and the everyday choices that can help support quality of life as we grow older. See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

Back-to-school transitions can bring new challenges for children, including belly pain, constipation, nausea, and other gastrointestinal symptoms. In this special episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, integrative pediatrician Dr. Jenifer Matthews, MD, and Chinese medicine practitioner Dr. Robyn “Ra” Adcock, DACM, L.Ac., come together to discuss supporting pediatric digestive health. Drawing from their respective clinical backgrounds, they explore how conventional pediatrics and Chinese medicine can complement one another in supporting children’s health. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/back-to-school-belly-pain  See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

Exercise-induced asthma can cause coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness during or after physical activity. In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores this condition from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, focusing on the relationship between the Liver and Lung. Through two clinical cases, he discusses Five Element theory and approaches including acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and Qigong for supporting young athletes experiencing exercise-induced respiratory symptoms. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/understanding-exercise-induced-asthma-from-a-cm-perspective See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

Pediatric ear pain and ear infections are common concerns in clinical practice. In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Raven Lang shares a TCM approach to understanding, assessing, and treating ear pain in children, including Shonishin, Chinese herbal formulas, heat therapy, and simple tools practitioners can share with parents for at-home care. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/pediatric-ear-pain-amp-ear-infections See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

Childhood obesity rates have risen dramatically over the past several decades, presenting a growing challenge for families and healthcare providers alike. In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, we explore childhood obesity through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine, examining the roles of constitution, Phlegm pathology, ultra-processed foods, sleep, stress, and lifestyle. The discussion also outlines TCM treatment principles, constitutional patterns, and practical approaches to supporting long-term health in children. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/obesity-in-children-a-modern-understanding-of-cm-treatment-prevention See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

What makes chili peppers so fiery, and what role do they play in Traditional Chinese Medicine? In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores the fascinating history, energetic qualities, and medicinal uses of chilies, from their global journey to their place in the TCM materia medica. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/hot-chili-peppers-in-the-blistering-sun “Hatch Chile Finder”, Stores roasting Hatch Chiles near you https://ihatchchile.com/in/ See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this episode, Mayway President Yvonne Lau reflects on her experience attending the Conference for Wildlife Protection in Traditional Medicine in Hong Kong. She shares highlights from the conference and explores how practitioners, researchers, and organizations are working together to help protect endangered species while preserving the future of Traditional Chinese Medicine. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/a-special-tcm-conference-wildlife-conservation See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this episode, Yvonne Lau takes us inside 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. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/musings-at-the-shanghai-museum-of-tcm See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this episode, 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. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/traveling-to-japan-with-a-tcm-travel-kit Nei Jing Tu Explanation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=acX1nCrZ2AA See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this episode, Dr. Skye Sturgeon explores why so many men delay seeking healthcare and how cultural expectations, practical barriers, and long-standing ideas about masculinity can influence health outcomes. Drawing from research, personal experience, and decades of clinical practice, Skye 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. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/big-boys-dont-cry-why-men-often-neglect-healthcare See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

What are the “Three Mountains” of men’s health? In this episode, 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. Special thanks to Dr. Guo Jun, reporters Gao Qing and Zhao Rui of Life Times, and Xiyuan Hospital for sharing this valuable perspective. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)  Chinese Medicine Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia  Kai Kit Wan for Men over 50 Erectile Dysfunction (ED)  Erectile Dysfunction and TCM TCM Approaches for Elderly Men's Health Male Infertility  Treating Blood and Jing in Male Infertility  Men's Health: Male Factor Infertility  A Clinical and Philosophical Exploration of Jing 精 See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this episode, 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. She also offers practical considerations for practitioners seeking to better support their patients and communities during times of uncertainty. You can access the article here: https://www.mayway.com/blogs/articles/how-to-support-the-lgbtqia-community-during-politically-challenging-times See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/

In this special Pride Month episode, 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. See our Monthly Practitioner Discounts https://www.mayway.com/monthly-specials Sign up for the Mayway Newsletter https://www.mayway.com/newsletter-signup Follow us https://www.facebook.com/MaywayHerbs/ https://www.instagram.com/maywayherbs/