Cura x Cura: TCM Mastery

In this episode, four licensed Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors come together to unpack one important question: Could the Chinese herbs you’re taking actually be making you feel worse?
From goji berries and ginseng to dandelion tea, “superfoods,” and Chinatown herbal shops, we explore how self-prescribing, influencer wellness, improper dosages, and low-quality herbs can distort the way Chinese medicine is meant to work.
We discuss:
Why there is no universal “superfood” in Chinese medicine
How the wrong herb can worsen your symptoms
Why your constitution and diagnosis matter
The difference between food-grade and medical-grade herbs
Why more herbs don’t always mean better results
How Chinese medicine addresses root causes—not just symptoms
What TCM can offer before and after surgery
Why personalized formulas matter for complex conditions

Chinese herbs are not simply foods, supplements, or wellness trends. They are medicine—and the right herb for one person may be completely wrong for another.
If you’re taking Chinese herbs on your own, this episode may change the way you approach them.

👩🏻‍⚕️ Featured Doctors
Dr. Jennifer Ng – Licensed Acupuncturist, Facial Acupuncture & Face ReadingInstagram: ⁠@acu.by.jen⁠

Dr. Jiaming Ju – Licensed Acupuncturist, Chronic & Autoimmune ConditionsInstagram: ⁠@byjiamingju⁠ YouTube Channel

Dr. Onlai Cheang – Licensed Acupuncturist, Dermatology & Hormone HealthInstagram: ⁠@onlai.acupuncture⁠

Dr. Shuang Hou – Licensed Acupuncturist, Founder of Cura x Cura, Chinese Herbal Medicine Instagram: ⁠@shuanghoulac

What really happened to Traditional Chinese Medicine in America?
In this episode of the Cura Cura Podcast, Dr.Mark Brinson pulls back the curtain on the hidden world of Chinese herbal medicine — from FDA bans, fake herbs, disappearing formulas, and the decline of herbal education, to the lost craftsmanship behind legendary products like Zheng Gu Shui and Evil Bone Water.
Dr. Brison shares his journey from Army infantry and injury recovery to becoming one of the most respected voices in integrative Chinese medicine. Together, we dive deep into herb quality, sourcing, granules vs. tea pills, why many practitioners struggle with formulas, and the cultural history behind traditional herbal products that most people outside the industry never hear about.
This episode is part industry exposé, part masterclass, and part love letter to authentic Chinese medicine.
If you’ve ever wondered why “real” Chinese medicine feels harder to find today — this conversation explains why.

Books Mentioned in This Episode:
Outline Guide to Chinese Herbal Patent Medicines in Pill Form — by Margaret A. Naeser
Chinese Herbal Patent Medicines — by Jake Paul Fratkin
Pharmacopoeia of the People's Republic of China

Official website for Evil Bone Water (https://evilbonewater.com/) by Mark Brinson, including wholesale access, store locator, FAQs, and product information.

Cura x Cura (www.curaxcura.com) is a Traditional Chinese medicine prescription platform for practitioners, featuring custom formulas, raw herbs, granules, and classic herbal products. Also, you can purchase a single bottle of EBW on Cura x Cura.

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 backfire

The danger of overdosing “harmless” foods like jujube or turmeric

Why removing symptoms isn’t the same as healing the root

Surgery vs. internal environment: what most people aren’t told

Why TCM is not slow — but it is individualized

How to follow seasonal living and understand your constitution

TCM 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 Doctors
Dr. Jennifer Ng – Licensed Acupuncturist, Facial Acupuncture & Face Reading
Instagram: @acu.by.jen

Dr. Jiaming Ju – Licensed Acupuncturist, Chronic & Autoimmune Conditions
Instagram: @byjiamingju

Dr. Onlai Cheang – Licensed Acupuncturist, Dermatology & Hormone Health
Instagram: @onlai.acupuncture

Dr. 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 perspective

Blood dysfunction, Wei Qi imbalance, and internal blockages as the root causes of skin disease

Managing acute vs. chronic inflammation with external and internal therapies

Safe and effective treatment strategies for pediatric skin conditions, pregnancy, postpartum care, and non-healing wounds

Why over-tonification can worsen skin conditions — and how to restore balance instead

The 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 lesions

Skin Repair Oil – for eczema, burns, rashes, wound healing, pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatric care

Detox & Defend Cream – for chronic, thickened, scaly skin such as psoriasis

Rescue Cream – for inflammation, itching, and flare management

Dr. 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.com

Professional Consults & Education: https://www.herbalTCM.com

Phone: (310) 405-1610

This 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