Benevolent Heart and Benevolent Skills
The phrase "仁心仁術" (rén xīn rén shù) is deeply rooted in the principles of Chinese medicine and traditional Chinese culture.
Tu Si Zi and the Hidden Gluten in its Processed Form: A Warning for Practitioners
Tu Si Zi, also known as cuscuta seed, holds a significant place in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a commonly used herb within the category of tonify kidney herbs…
February 23, 2024
Sulfites in the Spotlight: Demystifying Myths for Chinese Medicine Practitioners
As Chinese medicine continues to gain global traction, questions regarding ingredient safety, particularly sulfites, have surfaced. Herbalists and acupuncturists need a solid…
Kamwo’s 50th:
Golden Jubilee Year
Sometimes, you don't truly realize how far you've come until you take a moment to reflect on the journey. On September 22nd, Kamwo Herbs celebrated its remarkable 50th Year Anniversary as a brick-and-mortar store that first opened its doors in 1973…
Chinese Medicinal Soups: A Tasty Remedy for Insomnia Caused by Deficiencies
Have you ever struggled to fall asleep or experienced restless nights? If so, you're not alone. Insomnia, or difficulty sleeping, affects countless people worldwide. While there are many potential causes of insomnia, one often overlooked factor…
Should our profession support the growth of the organic Chinese herbs industry? Kamwo Meridian Herbs asserts a resounding yes!
The global demand for natural and organic products has witnessed a significant surge in recent years, with consumers increasingly seeking healthier alternatives for their…
Chinese Dispel-Dampness Herbal Soups: The Perfect Summer Remedy
As the heat and humidity of summer roll in, many individuals find themselves seeking ways to beat the seasonal discomfort. In Chinese cuisine, herbal soups have long been valued for their health benefits, and among them…
A Father's Day Tribute to
Dr. Carl Shan Leung:
A Legacy of Healing
On this special day, we pay homage to a remarkable man who has dedicated his life to the art of healing and preserving the traditions of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr. Carl Shan Leung, a proud member of the esteemed Leung…
What is Traditional Chinese Medicine and How and Why it Works | Kamwo gives you the low down.
Traditional Chinese Medicine, you’ve heard about it and would like to know more. Maybe you have experienced acupuncture or read about the benefits of herbs. We are here to give you a foundational overview of a complex and …
Fire Spirit School (HuoShenPai) Fu Zi 火神派 附子 Not your regular aconite - by Thomas Leung, DACM
I think we practitioners can all agree that Fu Zi is a very important herb in Chinese medicine. It is commonly recognized as “chief of the hundred herbs” and “the foremost essential herb in reviving Yang”…
What causes Acne? A word from our experts - by Mazin Al-Khafaji
In the UK, our NHS reports 95% of people aged 11-30 experience acne, with symptoms improving from the mid-20s once hormone production settles down…
Spotlight On | Acne & Scarring - by Mazin Al-Khafaji
From oily skin and yellow spots to blackheads, pustules and eruptive cysts, acne can exert a huge impact on our mental and emotional health – especially so when…
Find Your Pulse System - by Collin Campbell
Let's try to comprehend how the Tian system actually works. First, I think it will help us think about it less than a system of pulse diagnosis, but more a system of ‘pulse prescribing’…
Traditional Chinese Medicine Postpartum Care (TCM PPC) - by Dr. Lily Yu Gillespie
Traditional Chinese Medicine Postpartum Care (TCM PPC) is a special way for women who have just given birth to nourish their bodies back to health…offers special postpartum care…
Gain Confidence in Pulse Taking - by Collin Campbell
A patient sits down in front of Dr Tian complaining of ‘pain of all bones of the body’. Dr Tian takes the pulse. First the left and then right hand.…
How Yoga Stretching Oil Improves Flexibility and Suppleness - by Tom Bisio
Yoga Stretching Oil. Flexibility combined with strength is part of the equation that allows us to move with coordinated ease, while simultaneously maintaining joint integrity…
Acupuncture and Allergies - by Marc Gian, L.Ac., LMT
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Summer is associated with fire and the Fall with metal. Metal, in turn, is related to the lung and has the connotation of "letting go."…
How Acupuncture Can Get You Through Cold and Flu Season - by Marc Gian
Fall is almost upon us! In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Fall is the season of the Lungs and the Metal Element. It is imperative to begin strengthening your system in September…
Arthritis & the Athlete - by Tom Bisio
Cartilage is the thick, fibrous tissue that covers the ends of the bones where they meet inside the joints. It allows the surfaces of the bones to slide smoothly…
The 3 Stages Of Healing Sinew (Soft Tissue) Injuries: Stage 2 – Sub-Acute by Tom Bisio
If your injury was treated correctly when it first happened, there may be no Stage 2 symptoms and you can quickly return to your normal activities…
The 3 Stages Of Healing Sinew (Soft Tissue) Injuries: Stage 1 – Acute - by Tom Bisio
In Chinese medicine, connective tissues around the joint are collectively referred to as Jin. Jin is often translated as ‘sinews’, a concept which includes tendons, ligaments..
Tips on Using Essential Oils to Strengthen our Lungs
Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, help keep our Immune Systems Strong, but adding essential oils like Pine, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Eucalyptus and Lemon will prove to be invaluable...
A return to the clinical power of our roots lyme disease
A while ago Heiner Fruehauf, PhD, LAc sat down with his student and colleague, Bob Quinn, DAOM, LAc to discuss the finer points of “Brain Gu” Syndrome, specifically as it pertains to the treatment of Lyme Disease.
East Meets West in Reproductive Medicine Mike Berkley, L.Ac., FABORM
Infertility is a blanket term which describes the inability to conceive after trying for 12 months. My definition of infertility, however, is not conceiving after a year of timed intercourse.
Palmarosa - A Calming, Soothing and Nourishing oil
Palmarosa is a cooling, nourishing, and calming oil with a sweet floral scent. Palmarosa is distilled from the fragrant grass and flowers and is similar in quality and functions of floral oils.
Pork Belly Foxnut Seeds Soup - Tonic Soup for Overactive Bladder interrupting Sleep (Nocturia)
Did you know that Chinese medicine has been treating nocturia (waking up at night to urinate) naturally with herbal soups?
Traditional Chinese Medicine for Your Furry & Feathered Friends
Today many of us consider our pets as a true part of the family. Most every lifestyle comfort available to us has a counterpart aimed at our furry friends from accessories to junk foods to weddings and yoga classes.
A popular combination in Chinese medicine
Solomon Seal & Ginseng is a popular combination in Chinese medicine to strengthen the cardiovascular and respiratory system…
Chinese medicine making delicious bone broth
Did you know that Chinese medicine has been making delicious bone broth with medicinal benefits for thousands of years?…
Transitioning into Autumn with Eucalyptus radiata
As summer fades away and the more cooling season of autumn is upon us, it is the perfect time to strengthen the Lungs and Wei Qi…
Eucommia Bone Soup for elderly lower back pain
Eucommia Bone Soup for elderly lower back pain or to speed up recovery from bone fractures and tendon tears? You bet! In Chinese medicine, we use Eucommia Bark along with other herbs to optimize your body to speed up recovery.
Increasing the value of your herbal prescription
Have you come across the term Custom Rx Labeling (CRL) Available on your Escript account and wonder what it is? It is a powerful tool within Escript that can enhance the value of your prescription choice…
Intro to Essential Oils distilled from Flowers - By Marc Gian
For Acupuncturist and Massage Therapists essential oils distilled from flowers have many benefits, especially when working with the Shen as they serve to calm the mind and soften the mood.
The Practical Herbalist #04: Qing Hao in the Clinic - By Andrew Nugent-Head
One of the issues of the current study of herbs is that many people are using formulas without understanding the Shen Nong Ben Cao Upper—Middle—Lower categorization of the herbs within the formula…
Essential Oils And Chinese Medicine - By Marc Gian
The use of essential oils continues to be gain popularity. Many people are finding the use of essential oils and aromatherapy are beneficial to uplift their mood, increase depth of respiration and prevent symptoms of common colds.