Cura x Cura: TCM Mastery

In this episode, four licensed Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors come together to unpack one big question: Why do people say TCM doesn’t work?From viral ear seed trends to “30 jujube” recipes, parasite cleanses, and aggressive surgeries, we explore how misinformation, quick-fix culture, and influencer wellness are distorting a 3,000-year-old medical system.We discuss:Why one-size-fits-all herbal advice can backfireThe danger of overdosing “harmless” foods like jujube or turmericWhy removing symptoms isn’t the same as healing the rootSurgery vs. internal environment: what most people aren’t toldWhy TCM is not slow — but it is individualizedHow to follow seasonal living and understand your constitutionTCM isn’t about trends, aesthetics, or shortcuts. It’s about balance, diagnosis, and working with your body — not against it.If you’ve ever wondered whether Chinese medicine really works, this episode will change the way you think about it.👩🏻‍⚕️ Featured DoctorsDr. Jennifer Ng – Licensed Acupuncturist, Facial Acupuncture & Face ReadingInstagram: @acu.by.jenDr. Jiaming Ju – Licensed Acupuncturist, Chronic & Autoimmune ConditionsInstagram: @byjiamingjuDr. Onlai Cheang – Licensed Acupuncturist, Dermatology & Hormone HealthInstagram: @onlai.acupunctureDr. Shuang Hou – Licensed Acupuncturist, Founder of Cura x Cura, Chinese Herbal Medicine Instagram: @shuanghoulac

Skin conditions are among the most common — and most challenging — concerns in clinical practice.In this episode, Dr. Yueying Li, a renowned Traditional Chinese Medicine dermatologist, educator, and professor with over 40 years of experience, joins host Shuang Hou, licensed acupuncturist and founder of CuraxCura, for an in-depth clinical conversation on treating inflammatory skin disorders through TCM.This episode explores:Differentiating eczema vs. psoriasis from a TCM perspectiveBlood dysfunction, Wei Qi imbalance, and internal blockages as the root causes of skin diseaseManaging acute vs. chronic inflammation with external and internal therapiesSafe and effective treatment strategies for pediatric skin conditions, pregnancy, postpartum care, and non-healing woundsWhy over-tonification can worsen skin conditions — and how to restore balance insteadThe conversation also includes a practical discussion of Yingherbal® topical products and how they are used in real clinical settings, including:Herbal Compress Soak– for acute inflammation, detoxification, and infected or weeping lesionsSkin Repair Oil – for eczema, burns, rashes, wound healing, pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatric careDetox & Defend Cream – for chronic, thickened, scaly skin such as psoriasisRescue Cream – for inflammation, itching, and flare managementDr. Li shares clear guidance on when, why, and how to use these products to support skin repair and prevent recurrence.All Yingherbal products discussed in this episode are available through CuraxCura at practitioner pricing, allowing licensed practitioners to confidently prescribe and ship directly to patients.Clinic: Art of Chinese Healing (Los Angeles)Website: https://www.artofchinesehealing.comProfessional Consults & Education: https://www.herbalTCM.comPhone: (310) 405-1610This episode is essential listening for practitioners seeking clarity, confidence, and clinically grounded tools for treating complex skin conditions with Traditional Chinese Medicine.

***This episode was originally recorded in Chinese with Dr. Wen to allow him to share his insights more deeply in his native language. The English version was AI-translated using HeyGen to make the conversation accessible to a broader audience. While some expressions reflect automated translation, the essence and clinical wisdom remain intact.***Meet Dr. Hua Bing Wen, a distinguished physician, educator, and acupuncturist with over 30 years of clinical experience in Los Angeles. Dr. Wen graduated from the prestigious Beijing University of Chinese Medicine with deep knowledge of both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine. He went on to serve as an ER doctor at Dong-Zhi-Men Hospital, where he combined Western protocols with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in real-world, high-pressure settings.In this premiere episode, Dr. Wen brings his deep expertise in both Western medicine and TCM to explain how Eastern diagnostic principles—like pattern differentiation and qi dynamics—can be understood through a Western clinical lens. We dive into integrative approaches to complex conditions like Ménière’s disease, hypertension, depression, stress, insomnia, Long COVID, and even the role of supplements in modern wellness.Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or simply TCM-curious, this episode may just change how you view medicine—and healing—forever.💬 Have a question for Dr. Wen? Leave a comment below—he’ll personally answer select questions!🎓 Interested in real clinical learning? Dr. Wen hosts a monthly free online class for TCM practitioners and students, where he walks through real case studies and shares his integrative approach to treatment. Sign up at www.wenacupuncture.com🎙️ This podcast is presented by Cura x Cura—a modern platform designed for Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners to prescribe and deliver herbal care seamlessly.🌐 Visit us at www.curaxcura.com📸 Follow us on Instagram: @curaxcura_herbs