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04/10/2026

In this first part of a two-part conversation, Yvonne Lau and Dr. Skye Sturgeon explore Blood (Xue) in Traditional Chinese Medicine, one of the concepts that most closely parallels modern physiology. From its relationship with Qi to its vital role in nourishing the body, they unpack how Blood moves, where it comes from, and why it’s central to health.

In this first part of a two-part conversation, Yvonne Lau and Dr. Skye Sturgeon explore Blood (Xue) in Traditional Chinese Medicine, one of the concepts that most closely parallels modern physiology. From its relationship with Qi to its vital role...

03/27/2026

This week on Chinese Medicine Matters, we’re exploring nutritional therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine, how the energetic properties of food can support constitution, seasonal balance, and herbal treatment in clinical practice.

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In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Janet Borges explores nutritional therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine, based on an article by Yvonne Lau. From the energetic properties of foods to how diet can support constitution, seasonal balanc...

03/20/2026

Not all seasonal skin flare-ups are actually allergies. In this episode, David Heron of breaks down how changes in temperature, humidity, sunlight, and daily habits can trigger underlying imbalances, showing up as eczema, urticaria, perioral dermatitis, and more.

Blending modern dermatology with classical Chinese medicine, this conversation explores the difference between true allergic reactions and broader seasonal skin reactivity, and how practitioners can support lasting balance and skin resilience.

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03/16/2026

In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Yvonne Lau, President of Mayway, explores Cang Er Zi (Xanthium sibiricum), a well-known herb used in Chinese medicine to open the nasal passages and dispel Wind. Beyond its clinical use, this humble spiny fruit carries a fascinating cultural history. From ancient materia medica to classical poetry, discover how it became both a valued medicine and a source of literary inspiration.

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In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Yvonne Lau, President of Mayway Herbs, discusses Cang Er Zi (Xanthium sibiricum). Well known in Chinese medicine for opening the nasal passages and dispelling Wind, this humble spiny fruit also carries ...

03/06/2026

Part 2 of our conversation on Yin and Yang is now live! Dr. Skye Sturgeon and Yvonne Lau move from philosophy into clinical application, exploring how Yin and Yang inform diagnosis and treatment in Chinese medicine. The discussion touches on the Eight Principles, organ relationships, aging, Jing, and how lifestyle and attention play a role in maintaining balance.

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In Part 2 of this ongoing Chat series, Dr. Skye Sturgeon and Yvonne Lau move from philosophy into clinical application, exploring how Yin and Yang guide diagnosis and treatment in Chinese medicine. They discuss the Eight Principles, organ relation...

03/03/2026

The Lantern Festival marks the final day of Lunar New Year celebrations. Sometimes called the Chinese “Valentine’s Day,” the holiday has long been associated with lantern displays, poetry, riddles, and evening strolls beneath the glowing lights.

Today, families and friends gather to celebrate and enjoy tang yuan (sweet rice dumplings), whose round shape represents unity and togetherness. Festivities often include lantern displays, games like mahjong, and plenty of laughter.

Tonight, take an evening stroll, enjoy the glow of the lanterns and the full moon, and spend it with someone you love. 🌕

02/27/2026

In Part 1 of this ongoing conversation, Dr. Skye Sturgeon and Yvonne Lau explore the deeper philosophical roots of Yin and Yang, beginning with the Taiji diagram and expanding into questions of duality, perception, and transformation.

Together, they examine why nothing is ever purely Yin or purely Yang, and how this dynamic relationship shapes both Chinese medicine and our everyday experience.

Listen to Part 1 now and revisit the foundation of one of the most essential concepts in Chinese medicine.

In Part 1 of this ongoing Chat series, Dr. Skye Sturgeon and Yvonne Lau explore Yin and Yang beyond the familiar symbol. Beginning with the Taiji diagram, they discuss how duality, perception, and transformation shape our understanding of reality,...

02/23/2026

Happy People’s Day — Everyone’s Birthday!

The seventh day of the Lunar New Year is known as Renri (People’s Day), the day the goddess Nuwa is said to have created humankind — making it everyone’s birthday.

Today, we wish one another “Happy Birthday” and celebrate with symbolic, lucky foods.

Pictured here is a traditional egg dessert: whole boiled eggs served in a sweet soup with white lotus seeds (Lian Zi), lily bulbs (Bai He), red dates (Hong Zao), and rock sugar. Each ingredient carries meaning — longevity, harmony, and sweetness in the year ahead.

Other auspicious foods enjoyed today include dumplings (shaped like gold ingots for abundance), raw fish for prosperity, Eight-Treasure Congee, and colorful platters tossed high to “stir up” positive Qi.

However you celebrate, may the year ahead bring vitality, harmony, and good fortune. 🧧✨

02/17/2026

🧧 Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧 Mrs. Lau is holding a homemade steamed “prosperity cake” known as Fa Gao, a traditional rising cake enjoyed during Chinese New Year.

A homophone for “grow higher” or “high wealth,” Fa Gao symbolizes good fortune, prosperity, and a rising year ahead. During steaming, the cake develops its signature split, flower-like top — a beautiful sign of growth and blossoming luck.

Traditionally fluffy with a sweet brown sugar flavor, rising cakes like this are enjoyed to invite abundance in the year to come.

Wishing you a year of health, harmony, and prosperity. ✨

02/06/2026

Hold onto the reins! The Year of the Yang Fire Horse is all about speed, intensity, and big shifts. In today’s CMM episode, Wendy Goldman explores what this powerful energy means for both our personal lives and the collective, and how to work with the fire instead of getting burned.

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Fire, fire, and more fire.In this episode, Wendy Goldman breaks down what the Year of the Yang Fire Horse means on a personal and collective level, from rapid change and innovation to health, emotions, and opportunity within chaos. Learn how to st...

01/30/2026

Preparing for Chinese New Year is about more than tradition, it’s about creating space for renewal. In this week’s episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Yvonne Lau explores meaningful ways to prepare for Chinese New Year (Chūn Jié), including decluttering, nourishing Qi, and honoring time-tested customs for the year ahead.

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Chinese New Year, also known as Chūn Jié or Spring Festival, is a time of renewal, ritual, and preparation for the year ahead. In this episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Yvonne Lau shares traditional and modern ways to prepare for the holiday, w...

01/23/2026

Lichun, the Beginning of Spring in the Chinese calendar, marks the release of winter’s stagnation and the first stirring of spring Yang. In this week's episode of Chinese Medicine Matters, Yvonne Lau explores how this seasonal transition influences Liver Qi and emotional regulation, drawing from classical texts and clinical experience.

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Lichun marks the release of winter’s stagnation and the first stirring of spring Yang. Drawing from classical texts and clinical experience, Yvonne Lau explores how seasonal transition influences Liver Qi and emotional regulation. You can acc...