KAMWO BLOG
Royal Recovery Meets Ancient Wisdom: How TCM Supports Cancer Healing – Vol 2
Medicinal herbs have been used for over 3,000 years, with Shen Nong Ben Cao recognized as one of the earliest comprehensive herbal pharmacopoeias...
July 23, 2025
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Conversation with Dr. Thomas Leung about Modern Herb Shop at Qiological Podcast
Chinese herbal medicine is more than formulas and roots — it’s a living tradition shaped by history, community, and the determination to survive...
May 1, 2025
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Struggling with Sleepless Nights? Find Relief with Traditional Chinese Medicine
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us experience sleepless nights. Whether it’s due to stress, emotional imbalance, or other modern lifestyle factors, insomnia has become an increasingly common concern. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), sleep is not just a...
February 21, 2025
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Stay Forever Young with Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
Are you looking to turn back the hands of time and achieve a more youthful appearance without undergoing invasive surgical procedures?
July 31, 2024
Beat the Bloat: How Chinese Medicine Melts Summer Weight
Summer is the peak season of yang energy in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)—a time when the body’s natural metabolism is most active...
Aug 15, 2025
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The Impact of Tariffs on Acupuncture Supplies and Herbal Medicine
The ongoing trade policies between the U.S. and China have significantly affected traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) imports, particularly with the 35% tariff imposed...
February 28, 2025
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Huang Qi:
Strengthening Wei Qi and Beyond
Huang Qi (黄芪, Astragalus root) holds a prominent place in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as an herb known for fortifying the body’s defensive qi (wei qi, 卫气) and stabilizing the exterior (固表). In TCM, a stable exterior acts as a barrier against external pathogens such as...
October 11, 2024
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...
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 grasp of this topic to better serve their clientele. Here's a breakdown tailored just for you...
October 26, 2023
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…
October 10, 2023
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 is nutritional deficiencies...
June 22, 2023
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 well-being. Within this realm, the organic...
June 20, 2023
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 family lineage...
June 5, 2023
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...
May 3, 2023
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”…
September 16, 2022
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…
May 12, 2021
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…
May 14, 2021
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…
May 11, 2021
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…
April 27, 2021
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…
January 12, 2021
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…
September 17, 2020
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.…
February 25, 2021
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."…
September 22, 2020
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…
August 28, 2020
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…
August 18, 2020
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..
July 22, 2020
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...
March 30, 2020
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.
March 2, 2020