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Psoriasis: What’s the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Approach?

Even though we think of psoriasis as a modern condition that’s been on the rise since the industrial age, the Chinese documented psoriasis conditions over […]

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When Is the Right Time to Start Herbal Medicine for Acne?

Many Acne patients wonder, “When should I try herbal medicine?  Is it good for the beginning stages of Acne? After it’s been going on for […]

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How Long to Heal Psoriasis with Herbal Medicine?

One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my psoriasis?” This is a very […]

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Are Eczema and Other Skin Conditions a Risk Factor for Covid-19?

We know so little about the novel coronavirus, Covid-19, but what we do know can help us reduce our personal risk factors.  Skin Medications and […]

What is YOUR Skin Absorbing? The EWG “Skin Deep” Toxicity Guide

What is YOUR Skin Absorbing? The EWG “Skin Deep” Toxicity Guide

Would you sip on a glass of iodopropynyl butylcarbamate? How about sprinkling some propylparaben on a salad? Toxins you put on your skin can be […]

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How are Psoriasis Herbal Medicines Prepared?

In a previous article, How does TCM customize treatment for Psoriasis? we delved into how we match herbal formulas ingredients to a person’s individual Psoriasis presentation at […]

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How Are Herbal Medicines Prepared for Acne?

In a previous article, How does TCM customize treatment for ACNE? we delved into how we match herbal formulas ingredients to a person’s individual acne presentation at […]

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Healing ACNE: How long will herbal medicine take?

One of the first questions a new patient will ask is “How long will herbal medicine take to heal my Acne?” This is a very […]

Old texts and Mortar and Pestle - TCM and Immunity

TCM and Immunity

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is based on prevention.  In fact, in olden times, TCM practitioners were routinely paid when their patients were healthy and not […]

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