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Chinese Medicine Podcast

Chinese Medicine Podcast

By Marie Hopkinson

Dedicated to helping people understand Chinese Medicine, The Chinese Medicine Podcast is run by Herbalist and Acupuncturist, Marie Hopkinson. Marie appreciates your reviews :)

The Chinese Medicine Podcast (CMP) started out in 2013 just as a a way for Marie to share the self help aspects of Chinese medicine with her own patients via youtube, but soon found that people all over the world were watching and benefiting from Marie's Chinese medicine videos, and now we're on audio too!

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Chinese Medicine PodcastDec 30, 2021

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Too Many Supplements? What does Chinese medicine think about Supplements S7 E7

Too Many Supplements? What does Chinese medicine think about Supplements S7 E7

Can you take too many supplements? What does Chinese Medicine think about supplements, in relation to energy, digestion and health overall.

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Discover how to use 5 Element Self Care in my low-cost course here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/self-care-with-the-5-elements/ Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.


Feb 22, 202409:19
Dampness & Your Mind - mental health, S7 E6

Dampness & Your Mind - mental health, S7 E6

Mental clarity, thinking, emotions /mental health ...Marie talks about how dampness effects your mind.


CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Feb 12, 202431:04
How to use this one herb/ food for anxiety S7 E5

How to use this one herb/ food for anxiety S7 E5

This one food is also a medicine. Lets learn about how its used in cooking and in herbal medicine. Support Chinese Medicine Podcast and your health in one of these ways in 2024! 1. Self Care with the five elements course: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/self-care-with-the-5-elements/ 2. Self Care + Consultations with Marie bundle: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/new-year-ultimate-self-care-bundle/ 3. Sponsor of the podcast Empirical Health Mushroom Range: use promo code MARIE to get a discount yourself and support the channel with each purchase! https://empiricalhealthshop.com.au/collections/mushroom-honey-pearls Google search for yourself "Bai He recipes" or 'cooking with bai he - here are some I've come up with : https://homenaturallymade.com/celery-lily-bulb-goji/ https://www.gokunming.com/en/blog/item/980/recipe-stir-fried-lily-bulb-and-celery https://en.christinesrecipes.com/2017/10/pumpkin-and-lily-root-bulb-congee.html Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients


Feb 05, 202424:35
Coffee & Chinese Medicine S7 E4

Coffee & Chinese Medicine S7 E4

Coffee's effects in Chinese medicine - both good and bad are discussed. Whats the effect of coffee by itself and coffee with milk or sugar? , What's the effect of one vs many coffee's .


CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Jan 29, 202421:19
New to the podcast? START HERE!

New to the podcast? START HERE!

How to get the most out of this podcast

Who is this for?

What types of content you can find here

- diet therapy

-mental health /emotions

- Spleen Qi Deficiency / Qi Stagnation / Blood Deficiency / Dampness and other common patterns of disharmony

- Acupressure tutorials

- The Five Element Personality types

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Last 15 mins is about Marie Hopkinson, some of her journey in studying Chinese Medicine, her degrees and journey lecturing /teaching and in business and running various clinic styles.


Support Chinese Medicine Podcast and your health in one of these ways in 2024! 1. Self Care with the five elements course: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/self-care-with-the-5-elements/ 2. Self Care + Consultations with Marie bundle: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/new-year-ultimate-self-care-bundle/ 3. Sponsor of the podcast Empirical Health Mushroom Range: use promo code MARIE to get a discount yourself and support the channel with each purchase! https://empiricalhealthshop.com.au/collections/mushroom-honey-pearls


Jan 27, 202446:00
My #1 Advice for Acupuncture /TCM Students S7 Ep3

My #1 Advice for Acupuncture /TCM Students S7 Ep3

This is really for acupuncture students or very recent acupuncture /TCM graduates. I realise this isn't the regular audience of the podcast, but please if you are a student I hope you enjoy this one and get something out of it :) Marie Hopkinson



Jan 21, 202434:41
Earth Element Emotions - Worry, Anxiety, Overthinking S7 E2

Earth Element Emotions - Worry, Anxiety, Overthinking S7 E2

Worry, Anxiety, Overthinking and the Intellect (productive thinking) are all part of the Earth Element. Marie discusses how physical illness or imbalance affects emotions and visa versa.


Contact the podcast: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com


Marie Hopkinson


FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Oct 23, 202334:30
Fire Element Emotions - Joy, Pleasure, Desire and Love S7 E1

Fire Element Emotions - Joy, Pleasure, Desire and Love S7 E1

Can I have too much Joy? Marie Hopkinson explores the emotions of the fire element including Joy, Love, Pleasure, desire and more

Reviews are appreciated if you are enjoying this podcast.


Contact the podcast:

chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com

Oct 16, 202326:34
Blood and Spleen Energy Deficiency - can they cause each other ? Spleen Qi Xu, Blood Xu S6 Ep7

Blood and Spleen Energy Deficiency - can they cause each other ? Spleen Qi Xu, Blood Xu S6 Ep7

The difference between Spleen Blood and Spleen Qi (energy deficiency) and can one lead to the other?


Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com (patient inquiries only, for podcast enqiirues us the G mail one above) Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Sep 25, 202325:37
 Food for the Seasons - What to Eat and When (Traditional Chinese Medicine) S6, Ep 6

Food for the Seasons - What to Eat and When (Traditional Chinese Medicine) S6, Ep 6

What food should I eat when? are some foods better for us (or worse) at different times of the year?


also, Here's the course I was mentioning: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/chinese-medicine-diet-therapy-foods-as-medicine-for-self-care-self-treatment-on-demand-course-prospectus/ This course will teach you everything there is to know about Chinese Diet Therapy, the same intensity and variety of info that is taught in Chinese medicine school's as part of a 4-year degree, BUT with an emphasis on Self-Care and self-treatment. There is more in my course about how to identify the times/opportunities for self-care as a person that is highly interested in Chinese medicine but not an official practitioner , or perhaps you are a student of CM. https://www.metrohealth.com.au/chinese-medicine-diet-therapy-foods-as-medicine-for-self-care-self-treatment-on-demand-course-prospectus/ Answering a subscribers question about what to eat and when. Summer, Winter, Autumn/Fall and Spring - what should your diet be like? Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated. FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE) chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email metrohealthandmedicine@gmail.com Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Sep 18, 202311:40
Discovering Classical Chinese Medicine & How it's different to TCM - Podcast Takeover (listeners interview me!!!)

Discovering Classical Chinese Medicine & How it's different to TCM - Podcast Takeover (listeners interview me!!!)

Podcast Takeover Time! - I let two YouTube subscribers take over my channel and interview me about my journey in learning classical Chinese medicine and how it's different to TCM. Waleed & Yassin have been on a journey to discover what Classical Chinese medicine is and they are directly interested in studying the same system that I learned - ICEAM Ok, so Waleed & Yassin have their own YouTube channel : https://www.youtube.com/@UCzliuDMatV8zfMhl5_BctBg There are the full-length interviews with my teacher, Laurie Ayres and I would highly encourage you to check out their channel and give it a subscribe. It's hard when you first get started, and they literally launched their channel this week. Leave a comment letting them know Chinese medicine podcast sent you there :) Finally this is not a paid promotion by ICEAM or Waleed & Yassin's channel. I am doing this because i truly believe everything I've said in this interview and I hope that other TCM'ers and Chinese medicine enthusiasts may discover the wonderful world of Classical Chinese medicine as I have, so I am happy to promote this system /course and the endeavors of Waleed and Yassin through their investigation of (as they say) "old school Medicine" . :) ICEAM course info: 1) UK The course we are discussing is starting a new intake in the UK and in Australia. UK course details: Course info, details, price, signup: https://www.iceam.org/venue/iceam-utrecht/ Contact for the course: Laurie Ayres: lauriehayres@gmail.com or Lettie ldewit@utrecht.iceam.org The UK course will start on May 27th &2 8th They also have a few intro lectures before that, signup is via Lettie: 23rd Mar – An Introduction to the Classical Treatment of Menopausal Issues 5th Apr – Essential Aspects of Systematic Clinical Practice – And An Introduction to the Tian Lineage 19 Apr – An Introduction to the Treatment of Shao Yang & the San Jiao – Huang Qin & Chai Hu Herb Methods & Their Associated Formulas ____ 2) Australia : Australia Course details: there is a new course starting up in Australia, via Brisbane. I am hoping (not 100% sure i can get to it, but working on clearing my schedule :) to get myself to this new introductory event event and would be happy to connect with any subscribers who are thinking of starting up the course, feel free to contact me and we can catch up in Brisbane. study time & party time! https://www.iceam.org/live-course/brisbane-elementary-aspects-of-canonical-chinese-medicine/ CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations): MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only. Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net - do not send advertising etc things to this email. it won't be answered. Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Mar 17, 202358:16
How Chinese Medicine Chose Me - My personal story of how I got into Acupuncture & Herbs - Marie Hopkinson S6 E4

How Chinese Medicine Chose Me - My personal story of how I got into Acupuncture & Herbs - Marie Hopkinson S6 E4

Do you ever wonder how someone gets into the field of acupuncture and  Chinese medicine? 🤔 Well, a subscriber asked, and my patients often ask  me that very question and my story might just surprise you! I actually  had never even had acupuncture before I started studying it.   

Looking back it was kind of serendipitous.  Sometimes I think that   "Chinese Medicine chose me".    

I'm so grateful I found this amazing  medicine at 17 years old, and now I can't imagine doing anything else.   


FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only format   CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE)  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   

CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients   Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only.  Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Feb 08, 202316:24
Constipation - What causes it & self help tools to help it. S6 E3

Constipation - What causes it & self help tools to help it. S6 E3

Long tutorial style video on the various patterns of disharmony that Traditional Chinese Medicine has for constipation, made in response for a subscriber request/question.   I give some aspects on how classical Chinese medicine sees some of the these patters as well as many self-help aspects including foods, specific fruits, diet recipes from various text books and self-massage / lifestyle prevention /acupressure tools.   

SUPPORT THE CHANNEL and SUPPORT YOUR OWN SELF CARE to another level with my courses, here's whats available now in 2023: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses-2023/


CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE)  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   

CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients  Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only.  Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Feb 02, 202301:04:28
Insomnia - what causes sleep difficulty it in Chinese Medicine? S6 E2

Insomnia - what causes sleep difficulty it in Chinese Medicine? S6 E2

In response to a subscriber's question to make an episode about sleep & Insomnia in Chinese medicine. 

Podcast includes - intro to insomnia in CM, quick overview of the types listed by 3 TCM Books/popular authours for TCM Students, Exploring two patterns of disharmony where people could have the most influence / help themselves the most 

1. Yangming pattern / Stomach Heat / Stomach Fire / Food Stagnation - these are all similar 

2. Deficiency patterns --> heart and kidney not communicating pattern - Taxation in Classical CM - Discussing some of the common deficiency types - Deficency of yang, deficiency of Blood, Yin etc.  

This is a massive topic and this is really just an intro into exploring how Insomnia is viewed in the CM lense. 


Please leave your own questions below and I'll do my best to answer them in a future follow-up video. 



FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social media:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only  format   CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE)  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   

CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients  Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only.  Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. 

If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.


Jan 11, 202347:52
How to overcome blockages in goal setting with Chinese Medicine - Marie Hopkinson S6 Ep1

How to overcome blockages in goal setting with Chinese Medicine - Marie Hopkinson S6 Ep1

How to overcome blockages in goal setting with Chinese Medicine & Marie Hopkinson - If you struggle to even see a future for yourself, or feel bogged down  by emotions - the weight of the world on you, heartbreak, difficulty to  plan - here's some Chinese medicine based concepts related to goal  setting and why some people find it harder or easier than others to plan  and set goals.   Also tutorials on acupressure points for heartbreak, feeling weighed  down, foggy headed / unclear thinking and feeling resistant to change.   Hope this is useful and helpful and if it is let me know in comments and  please subscribe to help grow this channel. That is appreciated.   

FOLLOW Chinese Medicine Podcast on social medial:   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chinesemedicinepodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/chinesemedicinepodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesemedpodcast AUDIO - find us on Apple, Spotify and Google Podcasts in audio-only  format   CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE)  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   


CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   

MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients  Phone (AUS ONLY) 08 9275 1999 - for patients inquiries only.  Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Jan 07, 202340:12
Acupressure for anxiety, stress & pain with Mitchell Macgregor (Acupuncturist) S5 Ep4

Acupressure for anxiety, stress & pain with Mitchell Macgregor (Acupuncturist) S5 Ep4

Acupuncturist Mitchell Macgregor shares his top points for headaches,  pain, stress, anxiety. How to stay grounded when you have a lot of  emotional stuff going on by using self-help tools from Chinese medicine.  Discovering a healthier life in a rural area making the change from a  big city to a small town and more topics (see below). Enjoy today's  discussion and self help tools.   


Mitchell Macgregor is an Acupuncturist trained in the UK and Australia,  practicing in the Southwest of Western Australia, in Denmark &  Albany.   

Topics in todays podcast include: -  living and working in a rural area, self care points and  self-treatment acupuncture points that patients can use in-between  sessions or when they are unable to get to an appointment

 - Studying Acupuncture in the UK  

- Treating Dampness in the UK  

- What’s it like to work in a rural practice and a large rural area like  Albany WA  

-  Support to help yourself in between treatments,  especially being in a  remote area when its really hard to get into town for a treatment  

- Acupressure for acute pain, toothache and headaches  

- Points for stress - Points for anxiety  - When is it appropriate to use acupressure ?  

- Diet Health and transitioning to an organic and spray-free diet 

- How to be better connected to the land, producers and natural foods   

About today's Guest, Mitchell Macgregor, Acupuncturist & Chinese  Medicine Practitioner  Bachelor of Health Science (UK)  Contact:  http://acupuncturewithmitchell.com/ Mitchell practices in Albany and Denmark WA.  

Follow Mitchell on Social Medial Here:  Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/acupuncturewithmitchell Instagram https://www.instagram.com/acupuncturewithmitchell/    


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CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE)  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   

CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/   

Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  

Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Dec 19, 202238:24
How to use Mushrooms for self care with Dr Simon Feeney (Chinese Medicine Physician) Season 5 Episode 3

How to use Mushrooms for self care with Dr Simon Feeney (Chinese Medicine Physician) Season 5 Episode 3

Dr Simon Feeney (Chinese Medicine Physician) talks about the historical  and modern use of mushrooms, fungus for self healing, and general  wellness.   What is Reishi, Lions Mane, Chaga, Cordyseps, Turkey Tail all about?   

Listeners & Viewers can get 10% off the retail price of Empirical Health Range of  Certified Organic Mushrooms, and your purchase supports the podcast as  well, by using the promo code MARIE at the checkout:  use the link :  https://empiricalhealthshop.com.au/discount/MARIE?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fmushroom-honey-pearls  to automatically get the discount applied.   

Some of the links mentioned in the talk were:   https://mushroomreferences.com/  - a free site to get research and  evidence for various mushrooms A mushroom identification app called : Picture Mushroom   


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 IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Aug 15, 202249:06
Is it normal to feel worse before you get better with Acupuncture & Herbs (CM) treatment? S5 Ep 2

Is it normal to feel worse before you get better with Acupuncture & Herbs (CM) treatment? S5 Ep 2

Answering a subscribers Question, is it normal to feel worse before you  feel better having acupuncture / Chinese medicine .   

If you have a question about Chinese Medicine (Acupuncture, cupping,  herbs, moxa, foods as medicine, dampness, Qi etc )  pop it into comments  below and I'll do my best to answer it.   

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ON DEMAND COURSE NOW AVAIL:   https://www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-the-shang-han-lun-system-to-stay-healthy-on-demand-course/  If your interested you can also send an email enquiry to Marie ; learn@metrohealth.com.au  


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CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/patients   Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   



IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Jul 16, 202226:29
Grief & Loss - Acupressure points to help you journey through it S5 Ep1

Grief & Loss - Acupressure points to help you journey through it S5 Ep1

Heartbreak, Loss, Grief and Sadness - here's 4 Ways to help process  through Grief using acupressure and self-massage. This may help you cope  with grief and journey through the emotions of sadness, loss,  heartbreak, disappointment and despondency.   Please seek help of health professional if you need to.   If your interested in studying Chinese Medicine for yourself - self-help  more, find out how I can help you here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses-2022/    

CONTACT THE PODCAST (MARIE)  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   

CONTACT Marie Hopkinson (Clinic/Consultations):   

MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/  

Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine

Jun 02, 202213:47
Giveaway Celebration of 5000 Youtube Subscribers! (S4 E13)

Giveaway Celebration of 5000 Youtube Subscribers! (S4 E13)

GIVEAWAY TIME!  - Wow , we just reached 5000 Subscribers on YouTube!

I want to thank everyone here on Spotify, Apple & Audio platforms for your support of our content, and spreading all the goodness of this Ancient wisdom. Happy New Year indeed.

To celebrate, I'm giving away 3 courses worth $347 each AND All subscribers can get a free gift from me.

Thanks for your support and help in getting to 5000 Subscribers, Claim your free gift from me here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/free-book-chapter/

You can check out my new courses in 2022 here, there are courses from as low as $39 https://www.metrohealth.com.au/courses-2022/

All you need to do to enter the prize draw is:

1) be a subscriber on Chinese Medicine Podcast Youtube channel or Follow our podcast on Spotify

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2) get your free copy of my new book chapter, and stay connected to me through my email list.

Three people will be drawn at random on Thursday 13th January 2022. The winners will be announced on Youtube (First name only) AND to the individual by email.

Prize Value $347 each prize. 3 winners will be drawn.

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2. To Enter you must be a subscriber on Chinese medicine Podcast Youtube Channel OR Follow Chinese medicine Podcast on Spotify and sign up to receive emails from Chinese Medicine Podcast.

3. Every Entrant will receive a free copy of the book chapter, Discovering Yin-Yang for Self-care.

4. Competition is open from now till Wednesday 12th January.

5. Three winners will be picked at random from active subscriptions to Chinese Medicine Podcast News.

6. Entrants are free to unsubscribe from the newsletter at anytime, however unsubscribing before 12th January will render the prize draw entry invalid.

7. People can only enter once.

8. Facebook, Instagram, Mail Chimp, Apple, Spotify and Youtube and any other third party social media companies used to advertise this competition are in no way associated with this promotion or Chinese medicine Podcast.

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.




Dec 30, 202110:28
Discovering Classical Chinese Medicine - Interview with Collin Campbell (ICEAM) S4 Ep 12

Discovering Classical Chinese Medicine - Interview with Collin Campbell (ICEAM) S4 Ep 12

Navigating the world of further study for Herbalists and Chinese medicine practitioners can be a tough one - where to start? Hopefully  this episode will bring some clarity this for students of TCM, new  graduates of TCM, practitioners who've been in business a long time but searching for something better for their patients AND even to our  majority of listeners who are patients of those practitioners - give you  some insights into what dedicated practitioners like Collin go through  to become a respected teacher in the industry.   It was such a pleasure to interview fellow colleague, Collin Campbell.  Collin  has been practicing Chinese Medicine for 15 years, and has devoted his  career thus far to Classical Chinese medicine. In addition to his  private practice, as part of training to become a fellow of ICEAM,  Collin has seen over 1000 patients supervised by Dr Arnaud Versylus as  part of his fellowship training.  Some of the topics we discuss  are the differences between studying TCM and Classical Chinese Medicine,  the typical journey that many Chinese medicine practitioners take in  their quest to learn Classical systems of Chinese medicine. 
ICEAM Is a pulse-based system of herbal medicine, we discuss how this relates to what ICEAM practitioners are taught.  

This is not a paid promotion or sponsorship.

CONTACT DETAILS:  If you are interested in studying Chinese Medicine with ICEAM in this new program, call Collin on :  777 344 1275   Or email : ccampbell@newyork.iceam.org More info: https://www.iceam.org/venue/new-york/   COLIN CAMPBELL’S CLINIC: https://cliniccampbell.com/

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CONTACT MARIE HOPKINSON

MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please head to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Dec 17, 202146:17
Wormwood, Dampness, Diet Changes & Parasite cleanses in Chinese Medicine S4 E11

Wormwood, Dampness, Diet Changes & Parasite cleanses in Chinese Medicine S4 E11

Wormwood, Neem & Black Walnut ? Parasite Cleanse in Chinese medicine.   

This video is answering a Youtube subscribers question about my thoughts on Dampness, Damp-heat and diet changes for Parasite cleanse. 

Are diet changes necessary for a parasite cleanse to work?  what is the effect of these parasite cleanse herbs in Chinese medicine?      

Interested in my new course, starts Jan 2022, check it out here:  https://www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/   Marie's practice/contact details:   


MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/   Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net   SOCIAL MEDIAL  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine Instagram: Chinesemedicinepodcast    


 IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Dec 01, 202114:16
Blood Wind & Fire - Women's Health and Chinese Medicine S4 ep10

Blood Wind & Fire - Women's Health and Chinese Medicine S4 ep10

Blood dominates women's health and physiology in Chinese Medicine. How does this relate with the two elements WOOD and FIRE? 

Marie talks about how these two elements inter-relate in the aspects of : - Menstrual cycles  - Childbirths  and pregnancies  - Pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS / PMT)  - Period Pain (dysmenorrhoea) - Heavy periods  - Emotional health (Joy, Depression, Anxiety, Stress,  - Nightsweats and menopause (touched on)  - Importance of sleep and impact of poor sleep /insomnia on Blood, wood and fire.    Patterns of Disharmony discussed:   Blood Deficiency Liver Qi Stagnation  Heart Fire  Yang Rising   


Interested in my new course? Its starting early 2022:   Discover self-empowerment through learning the ancient wisdom of Chinese Medicine in my new course: metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/


Marie's practice/contact details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine  

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

Nov 17, 202123:57
How to Harmonise your spirit with the four seasons - with Tyler Rowe S4 ep9

How to Harmonise your spirit with the four seasons - with Tyler Rowe S4 ep9

Living in harmony with the seasons is a major feature of the health advice in the Nei Jing (Yellow Emperors classic of Internal Medicine), in this interview Marie discuss the relevance of this ancient wisdom in a modern world with Tyler Rowe.  Tyler Rowe is not only an acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist but an expert on Wu Yun Liu Qi. He's got a great sense of humor and is incredibly down to earth. How do we tackle things like Air-conditioning and artificially induced climates? How do different cultures tell when seasons change and what should we do in response to this to lessen the chance of getting sick from the environment (Cold and flu like illness). 

This advice is super relevant for students of CM, patients of acupuncturists /CM and even practitioners themselves who are looking for relevant ways to interpret the Nei Jing and the seasonal advice. It was my absolute pleasure to record this interview and I hope you find this wisdom as useful as I do, for yourself and your family/ community. 


About Tyler Rowe (Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist) 

Tyler Rowe is the owner and operator of his own clinic in Victoria, China Dragon. Tyler has been practicing acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine for more than 25 years. 

He is highly regarded as a most experienced practitioner with excellent clinical results.

His qualifications include a Bachelor Degree in Acupuncture, a Bachelor Degree in Chinese Herbal Medicine, a 6th Degree in Traditional Chinese Martial Arts and an Accredited Feng Shui Master.

Tyler regularly lectures at conferences and seminars around the world on Classical Chinese Medicine and is an Instructor with the Institute of Classics of East Asian Medicine in addition to being a Guest Lecturer at the Institute of Neijing Research .

To contact Tyler about his clinical practice, his website: https://www.chinadragon.com.au 

Chinese Medicine Podcast News: I'd love you to join me for my new 1-year Ultimate self help course in 2022, find out more here: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/ 

About Marie Hopkinson: Marie is a Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email drmarie@bespokemedicine.net Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine instagram: @chinesemedicinepodcast 


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

Nov 11, 202101:06:25
Wu Wei, Alchemy and How to Transcend the Five Elements with Leta Herman (Inspired Action Podcast) S4 Ep8

Wu Wei, Alchemy and How to Transcend the Five Elements with Leta Herman (Inspired Action Podcast) S4 Ep8

What is Wu Wei? What is it to be your true self, be your element...but then can you be more than that? What a powerful discussion I had with Leta Herman from Inspired Action Podcast & the Alchemy Learning  Center.     We discuss what is this concept of Alchemy, how past trauma can impact  us and who we are, and help us to transcend to our true self and even  beyond that into a Sage.   

About today's Guest, Leta Herman:   Leta Herman is an Alchemical Healer, Chinese Medicine teacher, Podcast  host of the Inspired Action Podcast, as well as author of Through the  Mystery Gate, The Energy of Love, Connecting Your Circle, and The BIG  “Little” Gua Sha Book. She is the founder of the Alchemy Healing Center,  a very active Chinese Medicine clinic in Northampton, MA dedicated to  helping clients find their true potential through Alchemical  transformation. She is the driving force behind the new Alchemy Learning  Center (AlchemyLearningCenter.com), offering online classes and live  events related to The Five Elements, The Nine Palaces, and Alchemy.  

She has immersed herself in the philosophies of Daoism, Alchemical  Healing, and Chinese Medicine for over twenty years. She is a long-time  student of Master Jeffrey Yuen, an 88th generation Daoist priest and  Chinese Medicine master. She is also a graduate of Eliot Cowan’s Plant  Spirit Medicine studies program and has studied intensively with  well-known teachers and former students of J.R. Worsley, who brought  Five Element Acupuncture to England in the 1960s. A Smith College  graduate and past nationally syndicated journalist, Herman is a world  explorer who speaks multiple languages, loves life, her family, and a  challenging game of Boggle.    

Leta's New Book:  https://alchemylearningcenter.com/books-meditations   https://www.facebook.com/InspiredActionPodcast https://www.facebook.com/AlchemyLearningCenter https://www.facebook.com/LetaHermanAlchemy  Instagram: @inspiredactionpodcast https://www.instagram.com/inspiredaction/ Twitter: @InspiredActionX    

Marie's practice/contact details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/  Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine    Learn Chinese Medicine with me in my new course :  www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/   


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Oct 19, 202156:60
How anyone can master memorisation of Chinese Medicine with HAMISH BROWN S4 ep7

How anyone can master memorisation of Chinese Medicine with HAMISH BROWN S4 ep7

Hamish doesn't have a photographic memory but if you talked to him about Chinese herbs, you would think that he does. This episode is for  students and practitioners of Chinese medicine that want to improve their commitment to memorization and learn from someone who has  continually applied themselves to it over many years.  Hamish is very  encouraging.   It was my pleasure to talk all things memorization & learning Acupuncture points, Herbal formulas and more with  Hamish Brown, a truly accomplished practitioner in Chinese Medicine. We talk about how he committed himself to memorization at various intervals  in his career and in student life. Hamish has a strong commitment to  learning Chinese Medicine and the benefits it brings to his patients is  evident from the time I've spent personally at his clinic in Armidale  doing clinical observation and Classical pulse diagnosis training in  2018In this episode, some of the themes and topics include: - How to stay motivated as a student and practitioner - Styles of learning and memorization tools that have worked for him- how to overcome the common barriers and obstacles that many practitioners face. - How to let go of regret and focus on moving forward in your learning at any level of learning 

ABOUT HAMISH BROWN: The Way of Water Chinese Medicine Clinic in Armidale, NSW (Australia) http://www.thewayofwater.com.au/Hamish  is an Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist trained in both TCM and  Classical Canonical Chinese Medicine through Dr Arnaud Versluys in the  Tian Lineage system (ICEAM). Hamish has many years of clinical practice  and runs his own clinic in Armidale, NSW (Australia).  Hamish is also  trained in Martial Arts and is a teacher in his field. Clinic Phone:  (02) 6771 3469

Marie's  practice/contact details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine  

Podcast enquiries: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com 

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Oct 07, 202157:54
Learn Chinese Medicine with Marie Hopkinson S4 Ep6

Learn Chinese Medicine with Marie Hopkinson S4 Ep6

I'd love to help you learn Chinese Medicine so I decided to create a one year course to help people take a deep dive into the self help aspects and prevention medicine based aspects of Chinese Medicine. Check out this webpage for more info, dates and cost: https://www.metrohealth.com.au/learn-chinese-medicine-with-marie-hopkinson/

This episode is a dedicated audio podcast of me talking about the course, what you'll learn and why I decided to make it. 

- Marie Hopkinson. 

To make an inquiry, contact chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com 



Sep 25, 202127:16
Discovering Five Element Acupuncture with Jessica Kennedy S4 Ep5

Discovering Five Element Acupuncture with Jessica Kennedy S4 Ep5

What is Five Element Acupuncture ? How is it different to TCM? How does a  5 Element practitioner go about making a diagnosis? These and many  other interesting questions discussed in today's episode where Marie  Hopkinson and Jessica have a chat about all things FIVE ELEMENT STYLE.   

ABOUT JESSICA:  Jessica Kennedy is an experienced Chinese Medicine practitioner  (Acupuncturist) in both TCM Acupuncture and Five Element Style  Acupuncture. Jessica obtained her Licentiate in Acupuncture in 2005  after three years study at the College of Integrated Chinese Medicine in  the UK. She is a member of the British Acupuncture Council, AACMA  (Australia) and AHPRA (Australia). Jessica practices in several  locations in Perth and rural Western Australia. Contact her practice  here: https://jessicakennedy.com/about-jessica/   5 element cards : https://jessicakennedy.com/cards/

ABOUT MARIE HOPKINSON:    MARIE is a Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/  Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine  IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Sep 21, 202147:44
Happiness Psychology - Use YOUR strengths for long term happiness (Part 2) S2 Ep6

Happiness Psychology - Use YOUR strengths for long term happiness (Part 2) S2 Ep6

How can we leverage our strengths of  Wisdom, courage and Humanity for  more happiness and a greater meaning in life? things like  Creativity,  curiosity, love of learning, judgement and perspective  Zest, Bravery, Honesty, Perseverance, Love, kindness and social  Intelligence are the strengths discussed in today's video.   This is part of a new series on Strengths and Happiness:   Part 1: INTRO / Short term happiness with strengths  Part 2: Strengths within the areas of Wisdom / Courage / Humanity  Part 3: Strengths within the areas of Transcendence and Temperance  Part 4: Strengths within the area of Justice   VIA STRENGTHS TEST: (Free) https://www.viacharacter.org/

Marie's practice/contact details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/  Email hello@bespokemedicine.net   Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine  

ONLINIE CONSULTATIONS Via Zoom/phone With Marie are now avail http://bespokemedicine.net/online-consultations/

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any un-diagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Jun 08, 202125:18
Feel Happier Instantly - Know Your Character Strengths Part 1 S2 Ep5

Feel Happier Instantly - Know Your Character Strengths Part 1 S2 Ep5

Using one of your top 5 strengths in a new way is a method used by  Psychologist, Martin Seligman and his theories of Strengths and virtues  are well known. You an use this as a free way to find instant happiness  in your own life, right now. This is a huge part of whats now known as  Positive Psychology.   THERE IS A PART 2, 3 and 4 coming in this series.   Take the free test here: https://www.viacharacter.org/   I've used this personalty test with hundreds of patients and students  over the years, and found it incredibly useful for myself as well. This  isn't strictly Chinese Medicine BUT, it is incredibly relevant to the  aspects of understanding ourselves and our interaction with the world  (a Very Chinese Medicine concept) ... The VIA Strengths test is based on  the research by well known Psychologist, Martin Seligman and his book,  Strengths and Virtues.  Its worth 10 minutes of your time to find out about yourself.  Once you've taken the test, you'll get an email with your top 5  strengths...what then? -   

One way to instantly increase happiness is to pick one of those  strengths and do something new in it today. For instance if your strength is "Appreciation of Beauty" you could take  a walk in your lunch break with the specific goal to find beautiful  things around you.  If your strength is creativity - you could explore something so new and  different - often creative people enjoy taking risks or exploring  something new...or you could dig around in the closet /shed for that old  dusty guitar and start to play it again. Maybe join an creative craft  group and learn how to knit!  If your strength is Courage you could plan to do something adventurous  today Kindness? - make a cake for you neighbor, buy a blanket for that  homeless guy who hangs out the front of your local supermarket ...you  get the idea. Judgement (Critical Thinking / open mindedness) - start a blog on a  topic your passionate about. Teamwork - Join your local sports club, volunteer with a group who meet  together to clean up the environment...get involved in a group with  similar passions or interests.  There are 24 different character strengths/virtues (check them out in  the chart below) ...and lots of ways to use them, but it all starts with  knowing what are your individual traits.  Next week I'm going to do a video series on how to use this and how I've  used it to help my patients and students live a happier and healthier  life.  I hope you have fun learning about yourself with the test. 

Marie's practice/contact details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis.If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health  condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor,  GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this audio. 

Jun 04, 202114:16
Why are we using Western Medical parameters to measure Chinese Medicine? PART 2

Why are we using Western Medical parameters to measure Chinese Medicine? PART 2

Is thousands of years of history of medicine slowly going down the bureaucratic toilet? Part 2 of 2. This isn't a typical episode, but I have felt the need to get this issue out there for a while now. 

Ive never had AHPRA try to interfere in my personal health until now... Discussion points include different systems of health care, and discussing are we slowly letting our system of medicine be eroded? Why this might be a bigger problem going forward using western medicine model to measure a different medicine system altogether...why isn't anyone concerned about that? Why isn't our board standing up for us about our system of medicine? How this has concerned me throughout the past 14 months. Is thousands of years of history of medicine slowly going down the toilet ? 

If your a student of TCM (or a disillusioned practitioner) I think you will find this interesting.

CONTACT: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis.  While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a  professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse  through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced  properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or  changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you  to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist  or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call  000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for  your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any  diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie  Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health  and improvement in your own health journey.

May 19, 202127:08
Why are we using Western Medical parameters to measure Chinese Medicine? PART 1

Why are we using Western Medical parameters to measure Chinese Medicine? PART 1

This isn't a typical episode, but I have felt the need to get this issue out there for a while now. Part 1 of 2. 

Discussion points include the pros and cons of registration in Australia, what our system means for how we can advertise Chinese medicine - essentially speak about how we use it, and WHY are we agreeing for Chinese medicine to be measured and evaluated with a different system of medicine -the biomedical model. Happy to have more of a chat about this on the channel in future episodes, as mentioned in the episode, email below. 


If your a student of TCM (or a disillusioned practitioner) I think you will find this interesting. 

CONTACT: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com 

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

May 18, 202131:27
How to instinctivley know what foods are good for you in Chinese Medicine - Avoid Dampness and Create healthy Spleen Qi

How to instinctivley know what foods are good for you in Chinese Medicine - Avoid Dampness and Create healthy Spleen Qi

Avoid Dampness and Create healthy Spleen Qi with this method of the Qing Dan or Clear Bland diet and how you can revert to this to discover how foods affect you. 

In this episode, Marie Hopkinson, herbalist & acupuncturist from Perth Australia talks about how to better understand our own body - the two main pillars of health - sleep & digestion and how they are so important to understand what foods to eat, what foods not to eat on a regular basis. 

Thanks for voting us in the top 20 of Chinese Medicine Podcasts, Feedspot,,,as mentioned in this video check out some other cool podcasts about topics you might be already into here; https://blog.feedspot.com/chinese_medicine_podcasts/

Marie's practice details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/​ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine     


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Feb 24, 202137:11
3 Ways to help your Spleen Energy (Digestion / Gut Health) in 2021 S4 Ep1

3 Ways to help your Spleen Energy (Digestion / Gut Health) in 2021 S4 Ep1

Get ready for a better 2021 with Ancient timeless wisdom of Chinese  medicine - Here's my 3 ways you can help your Spleen Qi right now ...yes  today - try these things and start getting benefit right now.   If you missed last years video on 5 things for you can do to help your  Spleen Qi - here it is again: https://youtu.be/1FGnxURtnG4   Includes Paid Promotion. 

Thanks to Empirical Health for sponsoring this  video.   USE PROMO CODE : CMPGIVES10 to get 10% off your first order (New  Customers Only) with Empirical Health. Valid for new customers who meet  the requirements set out by Empirical Health to be a practitioner  customer. If you are a patient of a herbalist/acupuncturist, please send  your practitioner this video so they can use the promo code.  https://empiricalhealthshop.com.au/  Hey, I'm doing some new things in 2021. Online Consultations - check out how you can meet with me individually  via the amazing internet technologies  http://bespokemedicine.net/online-consultations/   Contact about the podcast /youtube channel :  chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   Marie's practice/contact details:   If your in Perth:  MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine  IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Feb 14, 202116:18
10 steps to help Improve Fertility with Dr Camilla Cameron (Acupuncturist) S3 Ep9

10 steps to help Improve Fertility with Dr Camilla Cameron (Acupuncturist) S3 Ep9

10 Steps to improve your fertility.   Todays guest, Dr Camilla Cameron (Doctor of Acupuncture/ Acupuncturist)  talks with Marie about important things to help anyone on a fertility  journey. No matter if you are looking at understanding your body better  as a female - Understanding your cycle, trying to get pregnant naturally  or undertaking cycles of IVF or other assisted fertility, today's talk  will be of interest how an acupuncturist like Camilla can help.   Talking about a typical fertility journey, we discuss tips from  Camilla's 19 years practice experience as a practicing Acupuncturist in  Brisbane/Queensland.  Dr Camilla has plenty of experience at handling patients in their  journeys helping them manage the ups and downs, the stress, and talks  about common misconceptions as well as shares her 10 steps to improve  fertility. Including how to read a Basil Body Temperature (BBT) chart.   

VIDEO link (has chart visuals) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uWVOjctoS8U&feature=youtu.be

ABOUT TODAYS GUEST: DR CAMILLA CAMERON  Dr Camilla practices Functional Medicine Japanese Acupuncture and Vagus  Nerve Stimulation. With 20 years experience, Dr Camilla focuses on  Women's health and Natural Fertility.   Contact:  CLINIC: https://happyhealthyclinic.com.au/ CLINIC ADDRESS: 31 Ashgrove ave Ashgrove 4060 0402 469 968 camilla@happyhealthyclinic.com.au   Links to things mentioned in this video:   Alarm Research on songs to wake up to (RMIT)  https://www.rmit.edu.au/news/media-releases-and-expert-comments/2020/feb/melodic-alarms    ‘Alarm tones, music and their elements: Analysis of reported waking  sounds to counteract sleep inertia’, with co-authors Dr Jair Garcia  (School of Media and Communication) and Dr Darrin Verhagen (School of  Design), is published in PLoS ONE (DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0215788).  positive psychology /strengths test:  https://www.viacharacter.org/survey/account/register

PODCAST CONTACTS: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com   CLINIC ENQUIRIES:  MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.


Dec 14, 202046:38
Fertility with natural medicine - Dr Houng Lau (Herbalist & Acupuncturist) S3 Ep8

Fertility with natural medicine - Dr Houng Lau (Herbalist & Acupuncturist) S3 Ep8

What do you really need to get pregnant? 

What an interesting discussion for anyone on a fertility journey, as I interview Dr Houng Lau about this huge topic...she makes it so simple. Dr Houng is an experienced Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal doctor, familiar with using oriental medicine to help people with natural fertility or assisting those going through IVF.   In this episode we discuss : - Houng discusses her 3 most important things for fertility health - the importance of fertile mucus   - how to tell if you have fertile mucus  - when to have intercourse, can you have too much?  - Ovulation - how to tell when you are ovulating?  - Coffee, Alcohol and what substances you should stop / reduce when trying to conceive?  - Exercise when trying to conceive?  - Is there such as thing as fertility herbs to get pregnant?   - how a herbalist and acupuncturist would be able to assist patients in both natural conception and IVF.  Such a pleasure to interview Houng and discuss such a wealth of valuable information for many women and men out there looking to have a baby now or in the future.   Questions welcome. please let the host Marie Hopkinson know your thoughts and questions in the comments below.   

About today's guest: Dr Houng Lau (Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist)  B.APP. SC (TCM) DIP SHIATSU, Diplomate Cannonical Chinese Medicine (ICEAM)   Houng regularly travels the world to attend acupuncture conferences, study with the best teachers and learn new treatment techniques. Her treatments are based on meridian style Japanese acupuncture. She visits Japan often to study advanced training with Mazakazu Ikeda, her teacher and mentor whom she has known for 16 years. This style of treatment provides the most effective results with little discomfort. Houng is determined to ensure her skills remain cutting edge, and she constantly challenges herself to better help her patients.  Houng welcomes new patients.   

CLINIC : Eastern Therapies, Bondai Junction SYDNEY NSW  info@easterntherapies.com.au  0400 331 321  https://www.bondi-acupuncture.com.au/

This podcast is run by Marie Hopkinson: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com OR CLINIC /patient enquiries via www.bespokemedicine.net 

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.


Aug 27, 202035:18
Acupuncture Vs Cupping - Dr Geoff Brothers, Chinese Medicine Doctor S3 Ep7

Acupuncture Vs Cupping - Dr Geoff Brothers, Chinese Medicine Doctor S3 Ep7

Cupping Vs Acupuncture? What’s the difference? Why might a Chinese medicine doctor use acupuncture or cupping ...or both on you? Maybe you have had cupping and want to know more about it? Chinese medicine podcast is the place where you can come to have your questions answered and all things Chinese medicine easily explained.   Topics in todays discussion include: Marks /cupping bruises explained, what’s the difference between acupuncture and cupping, why have cupping  Who can do cupping and acupuncture, what do the marks mean, fire cupping, face cupping, acupuncture and cupping

About todays guest;  Geoff Brothers, an Acupuncturist and Herbalist from Perth WA, currently practicing at Floralia Wellness & Apothecary in Nedlands WA.  Geoff has 20 years clinical experience and holds several degrees in Chinese Medicine including: Adv. Dip TCM, Dip App Sci (Chinese Herbal Medicine) Dip CCM (Canonical Chinese Medicine).   Geoff’s website: www.geoffbrothers.com.au

If you like our show leave a comment below on youtube or send an email to chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com

f you have a question, Marie will endeavor to answer or make a video about your question.    Marie's practice/contact details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine  IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

Aug 09, 202025:18
Can Acupuncture improve IVF success? Talking research with Amy Forth, Acupuncturist & Researcher S3 Ep6

Can Acupuncture improve IVF success? Talking research with Amy Forth, Acupuncturist & Researcher S3 Ep6

Is Acupuncture effective in helping fertility, particularly when undergoing an IVF cycle? What does the current research say AND how do we interpret that data? It can be super confusing, even for practitioners who are not academics or researchers to understand how it all fits in the current body of evidence. Amy Forth, an expert on this topic, helps us understand the research, the current evidence and unpacks it to an easy level.

If you are curios about the use of Acupuncture as part of supporting an IVF cycle, this episode is one that’s not to me missed, as we chat about what kinds of studies have been done, the number of participants (why that's important) the kind of control groups used (and we explain what that means) and what is “sham acupuncture” and what often happens to research results when different controls or placebos are used.

Amy also discusses how the research helps us to understand “therapeutic dose” of acupuncture which is something we don’t talk about enough - EG - how many treatments should a person have and does it make a difference? This is all based on the current research. If you are listening only, please check out the video version of this interview where all the research discussed has screen-shots /PowerPoint slides embedded which can help you guide along the way. YOUTUBE LINK: Can Acupuncture improve IVF success? Talking Research with Amy Forth https://youtu.be/LYskWNjMQr0

About Amy Forth: Amy is both a clinician, an integrative medicine researcher and an educator. Amy holds a Bachelor health Science Chinese med ( acupuncture and herbs) and Masters in Global health. Amy’s practice at The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic Alexandria.    Clinic Phone: 0403180611 Clinic Email: alexandria@acupuncturepregnancy.com.au Find more information about Amy Forth and her practice:  www.acupuncturepregnancy.com.au   https://acupuncturepregnancy.com.au/acupuncture-and-ivf-outcomes-dose-matters/

Marie Hopkinson: chinesemedicinepodcast@gmail.com / CLINIC: www.bespokmedicine.net (Perth, Western Australia)

IMPORTANT: This episode as with all videos/audios on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. The purpose of this video is to educate about Herbs, Acupuncture and natural medicine but NOT to replace the your own health care practitioner.

Jun 25, 202037:08
More than a bubble bath - why Self Care Matters with Acupuncturist Julie Constantine S3 Ep5

More than a bubble bath - why Self Care Matters with Acupuncturist Julie Constantine S3 Ep5

What is self care really? And why should you care (pardon the pun). Seriously this is a great interview, down-to-earth style of what it is to look after yourself, and as experienced Acupuncturist Julie Constantine puts it "honoring yourself, wherever you are at". We also talk about anxiety of having acupuncture and what Julie does in her practice for patients who are petrified of needles, or a little scared when its their first time to experience acupuncture. Our video recording is avail on YOUTUBE and if you are liking the content here on Spotify, Apple or Google podcasts please leave us a review - it really helps. 

About Julie Constantine

Julie studied Chinese medicine (Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine) at Perth Academy of Natural Therapies and in for over ten years has been practicing in Brisbane, QLD. (Australia). Julie founded her own clinic, Turning Point Acupuncture, where she currently practices in Bowen Hills. Julie welcomes new patients and practices acupuncture, cupping, ear candling and Chinese herbal medicine.

Julies practice : https://www.turningpointacupuncture.com.au Follow Julie on Social media via Instagram & Facebook:  (Turning Point Acupuncture)

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Jun 11, 202022:28
Got Jing? Talking fertility, acupuncture & Chinese medicine with Amy Forth S3ep4

Got Jing? Talking fertility, acupuncture & Chinese medicine with Amy Forth S3ep4

What is Jing? Why should I care? In today's conversation with Amy Forth and Marie Hopkinson we talk about Amy’s areas of expertise in fertility and reproductive medicine. This is part 1 of a two part series. Part two focuses on research for acupuncture and IVF.  If you are wanting to get pregnant, looking into natural options, fertility support with acupuncture for your IVF cycle, this interview with Amy Forth will be of great interest to you.   “It was my absolute pleasure to interview Amy and discuss these important issues with someone so knowledgeable in the research space” - Marie Hopkinson   

About Amy Forth   Amy is both a clinician, an integrative medicine researcher and an educator. Amy holds a Bachelor health Science Chinese med ( acupuncture and herbs) and Masters in Global health. Amy’s practice at The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic Alexandria.    Clinic Phone: 0403180611 Clinic Email: alexandria@acupuncturepregnancy.com.au Find more information about Amy Forth and her practice:  www.acupuncturepregnancy.com.au   https://acupuncturepregnancy.com.au/a... https://acupuncturepregnancy.com.au/a... https://acupuncturepregnancy.com.au/e... LISTEN to our podcast on SPOTIFY, APPLE and All good podcast platforms.    

About the Interviewer, Marie Hopkinson :  MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine   

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.

Jun 04, 202027:10
How to use herbs at home - Balms, Teas & More with Adam Heysom-McDowell (Acupuncturist & Herbalist) S3 ep3

How to use herbs at home - Balms, Teas & More with Adam Heysom-McDowell (Acupuncturist & Herbalist) S3 ep3

Using Chinese herbs at home can be exciting and fun but often getting stared is hard not knowing where to start, or even where to get herbs to make teas, balms, external liniments etc.   External Applications of herbs is one of the lesser known / used aspects of Chinese herbal medicine, and can included herbal teas, herbal liniments, poultices, balms, soaks, and other applications. 

In this episode, Marie interviews Adam Heysom-McDowell, an Acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist from Annandale, NSW. Adam has a wealth of knowledge and practical experience in making balms using Chiense herbs as well as the external application of herbal teas as an eye rise for example.   Herbs mentioned in this episode include:  Chrysanthemum (Ju Hua)  Mandarin Peel (Chen Pi)  Ginger Root /Fresh Ginger (Gan Jiang / Sheng Jiang)  Hawthorne Berry (Shan Zha)  How to make simple herbal teas for eyes, digestion and more.   Also mentioned :CITES: https://www.cites.org - Endangered Species information resource discussed.   We also talk about the interesting path that lead Adam on his journey to study Chinese medicine, and how he ended up on his career path today.    

About todays guest:   Adam Heysom-McDowell has been practicing Chinese medicine for five years, and is a registered Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Annandale, NSW. (Australia). Adam holds a  Bachelor of  Health Science (TCM), Dip. Remedial Massage and Dip. Fitness Specialist. Adam’s special interest in treatment of musculoskeletal conditions with Chinese medicine and remedial therapies has lead him to develop external use aspects of Chinese medicine, like the balms discussed in this interview. Adams range of products can be found on his website, as well as info about booking an appointment with him at his lovely clinic:   https://www.annandalechinesemedicine.com Contact for Mr Adam-Heysom McDowell:  Phone: 0405 255 888 Email: adamjmcdowell@gmail.com • Facebook: @adamchinesemedicine • Instagram: @annandalechinesemedicine • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/adamh-m    


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast is NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

May 01, 202039:06
Searching for the Truth, a discussion on Chinese Medicine Study with Michael Brown S3 ep2

Searching for the Truth, a discussion on Chinese Medicine Study with Michael Brown S3 ep2

Marie chats to Acupuncturist, Herbalist and Translator, Michael Brown about trends in training of Chinese medicine in the university/college system in this episode. We discuss his passions about learning, memorisation and how students in undergraduate TCM programs can get more out of their studies.   This conversation is part of the new series, CM Study Buddy - helping you learn and navigate the world of Chinese medicine as a student. This would be really useful for students in the USA, Australia, UK and Europe, and couldn't be more timely since there are many students now in self-isolation or stuck at home in quarantine. Its a great time to get stuck into learning about our shared passion of Chinese medicine.   Some of the topics discussed include the need for study, how to utilise classical sources in undergraduate study of Chinese medicine. How memorisation can help you in the clinic setting and Michael shares some of his own tips for studying and learning the complex systems of Chinese medicine.

About Michael Brown:  Michael is incredibly enthusiastic about the future of Chinese medicine and training students, a teacher himself in Brisbane, Queensland (Australia).  Michael holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture) a Masters of Applied Science (CHM) and a Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Language).   In 2009 Michael founded Remedy Lane Chinese Medicine, where he currently practices herbs and acupuncture. Michael has since continued in studying Classical Chinese language to better understand the origins and treatments of Chinese Medicine, as well as spending time living in China.   Michael has also continued to further his study in Chinese Medicine with trips to China to study under world renowned herbalists.   In 2019, Michael's work on translating Explanation of Channels and Points was published by Purple Cloud Press: (now avail on amazon  https://www.amazon.com/Explanations-C...).   Michael Brown sees patients from his Acupuncture and Herbal medicine clinic in Chermside, QLD. http://remedylane.com.au/ Also mentioned in this video were a couple of books for student study tools (diagnosis):   Chinese medicine diagnostics [Deng Tietao Shanghai Science and Technology Press] [line drawing](Chinese Edition)(Old-Used)  Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis Study Guide by Qiao Yi (Author), Al Stone (Author)

You can also watch Chinese Medicine Podcast on Youtube https://youtu.be/z5Xc3ta0lug

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.


Mar 28, 202045:54
Help for Endometriosis - Discussing an integrative Medicine approach with Dr Andrew Orr (CMD) S3 Ep1

Help for Endometriosis - Discussing an integrative Medicine approach with Dr Andrew Orr (CMD) S3 Ep1

Dr Andrew Orr, Acupuncturist and Herbalist and expert in the integrative approaches of reproductive medicine, is passionate about Endometriosis.   In this in-depth conversation about Endometriosis, we discuss the integrated approach that is an option for so many women today. The importance of finding access to use the right Western medical specialists, surgeons, physiotherapy and experienced Complementary medicine practitioners including Chinese medicine (Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine) and nutritional medicine practitioners.   Dr Andrew is a huge supporter and avid fundraiser of Endometriosis Australia as well as experienced in clinical practice of women’s health and reproductive medicine, and passionate about this topic.  

About Dr Andrew Orr:    Dr Andrew Orr (DOAM, MRMed, MWHMed, Ba.Sc, Ba.HSc, AdvDipNut) is one of Australia’s leading healthcare practitioners,with over 20 years of experience in assisting Reproductive issues,Women’s Health Medicine issues, Pregnancy and many other health complaints. Dr Andrew and is also the owner/Director of his own practitioner only Herbal Medicine and Nutritional Supplement Company-ConceptShen Nutritional Medicine PTY LTD. He also runs a successful clinic practice in Brisbane and helps women and couples locally, interstate and from overseas. https://drandreworr.com.au/ This month it's EndoMarch - Endometriosis Awareness month. You can find out more about Endometriosis  and get behind EndoMarch at https://www.endomarchaustralia.org.au/  

You can also watch this episode on youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVIAMu0kaUY&t=107s


WE are also on TikTok @chinesemedpodcast, Instagram and Facebook @chinesemedicinepodcast

Marie's practice details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to :  http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email he



Mar 05, 202043:46
Discovering Ling (Life Purpose, Connection & Creativity) with Glenn Bowman

Discovering Ling (Life Purpose, Connection & Creativity) with Glenn Bowman

Today’s guest is Glenn Bowman, a student and scholar of Chinese Medicine. First we talk about his journey into Chinese medicine and his 9 year journey toward finding greater meaning in life, connection and exactly what we are discussing today Ling. Glenn shares his wealth of knowledge about the importance of meditation from his own life experience and now as a student of Acupuncture. 

I realise this is alot longer than our regular content. Please grab a coffee or a tea and enjoy the converstation. . 

About the Presenter: 

MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) 

Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net    Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. 

Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

Jan 30, 202001:04:04
Help to set goals for 2020 Part 1 - The Mind body connection series

Help to set goals for 2020 Part 1 - The Mind body connection series

Are you struggling to set a new year resolution or  goals let alone feel in  touch with your life purpose? 

Chinese Medicine can explain why we go  through periods in life feeling less or more purposeful. In this episode  Marie looks at how your life purpose is affected by the physical  aspects in our body  Emotions - Grief, sadness, depression, anxiety, fear, worry, anger,  frustration and resentment also play a part in our bodies ability to  maintain the right balance which leads us to a sense of purpose and  fulfillment or direction in life.   


Chinese Medicine Podcast is available to watch on youtube in video format. 

 Marie's practice details:   MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in  Australia (AHPRA)  Marie practices acupuncture and herbs in Perth, WA   Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to  book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net  Facebook:  fb.me/bespokemedicine


IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine  Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video.   Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of  health and improvement in your own health journey.

Jan 07, 202022:19
Are you living in harmony with the environment? Mind Body Part 1in

Are you living in harmony with the environment? Mind Body Part 1in

New series over the holidays ...mind body and Chinese Medicine.   Technology means we don't have to be at the mercy of the environment, but what is it doing to us long term in our living habits and health ?In this series Marie Hopkinson, Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist from Perth, delves into the mind-body connection looking at the issues about purpose, meaning and fulfilment in life, alomg with other mental-emotional aspect and their interplay with the physical body - all from a Chinese medicine perspective of course.  This is one broad view that looks at the importance of living in harmony with nature - sleep and diet are two main aspects. We will focus on sleep in this episode. 


How much sleep do you need in different seasons .... Summer, winter etc? lets take a look together In today’s episode, Are you living in harmony with the environment ? 


Marie's practice details: 

MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA) 

Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or  go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net 

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. 

Marie Hopkinson and The Chinese Medicine Podcast wishes you the best of health and improvement in your own health journey.

Dec 19, 201920:08
The mind-body connection in Chinese Medicine - Series Two Intro

The mind-body connection in Chinese Medicine - Series Two Intro

Creativity, Life Purpose & the mind-body connection in Chinese Medicine - Series Intro


A new series on the connections of our mind-body through the Chinese medicine framework. This series will explore more about: 

- Liver Qi Stagnation and how it affects our creativity 

- What elements/ organs drive life purpose 

- how can we increase effectiveness of mental health through our physical body - looking at mental health through the 5 element lens. 

- sleep needs in different seasons 

- how lifestyle affects the physical which then affects the mental /emotional aspects in a Chinese medicine framework 


Marie Hopkinson is a Perth Acupuncturist and Herbalist, and also teaches Chinese medicine. Contact at www.bespokemedicine.net  or hello@bespokemedicine.net.

Dec 19, 201902:48
What is Spleen Energy Deficiency ? Explaining Chinese Medicine with Marie Hopkinson
Nov 26, 201926:09
Stop Inflammation with foods - Talking nutrition & Chinese medicine with Dr Ben Latto O'Brien (TCM doctor)

Stop Inflammation with foods - Talking nutrition & Chinese medicine with Dr Ben Latto O'Brien (TCM doctor)

Talking inflammation and pain, eye health and Dr Ben's amazing journey into becoming a Chinese Medicine practitioner after a life changing surgery gone wrong.

In today's episode we discuss inflammation, Pain, Turmeric & Eye Health are key topics we talk about  with Dr Ben who also studied a degree in Nutrition.  Tumeric - how much, how often and how to make it's active ingredients  more available in the body.   We also talk about Dr Ben's special interest in eye health and keeping  your eyes healthier  Chinese Medicine   About Dr Ben Latto O'Brien (Acupuncturist & Herbalist)  Benjamin O’Brien comes from a long line of practitioner’s of both  western and natural medicine. Ben completed a double degree in both  acupuncture and nutritional medicine and is also qualified in both An Mo  Tui Na (Chinese massage) and western Remedial massage. Part of Ben’s  acupuncture training involved completing an internship in China at  Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University in Nanning, Guangxi.  Ben  has personal experience in the healing capacity of acupuncture and  continues to be inspired by what Chinese medicine offers to millions of  people around the world. Ben’s other great passion involves using food  as medicine for the incredible health benefits seen in both the short  and long term for his patients and himself when the correct foods are  regularly consumed.  Ben has completed a master’s degree in Chinese Herbal Medicine. He  strongly believes in the vast healing power of plant medicine and the  lack of side effects often seen with the use of many modern western  pharmaceutical medications.  CLINIC / Contact Dr Ben via: https://nedlandsosteoacu.com.au/  IMPORTANT: This video, as with all our content, the The Chinese Medicine Podcast episodes are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While  Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional  consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the  internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through  the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your  health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own  doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health  professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in  Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your  individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet  or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. We wish you the best of health in your own journey. 

Oct 25, 201943:27
Acupressure Points that stop headache pain with Dr Marie Hopkinson (Acupuncturist)

Acupressure Points that stop headache pain with Dr Marie Hopkinson (Acupuncturist)

Dr Marie Hopkinson, Acupuncturist shows you how to find and use different pressure points to stop headache pain instantly and reduce headaches over time. This episode can be watched on youtube as a video (for full point demonstration) at Chinese Medicine Podcast youtube channel. 

Pressure point massage can be a natural, drug-free pain relief method.

If you are unsure of the cause of your headaches or migraines, please seek advice from your health care practitioner. Headaches can be a symptom of a serious health problem. Do not use youtube as a replacement for real medicine, and seeing your health care practitioner.

Please leave a comment below, let us know what points you've tried!

Marie's practice details:

MARIE HOPKINSON, Registered Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist in Australia (AHPRA)

Consultations for treatment (individual) please call my clinic office to book in: 08 93289233 (Perth Natural Medical Clinic) or go to : http://www.bespokemedicine.net/ Email hello@bespokemedicine.net

Facebook: fb.me/bespokemedicine

IMPORTANT: This video, as with all videos on the The Chinese Medicine Podcast are NOT a replacement for a health professional diagnosis. While Marie may answer your questions, all answers are not of a professional consultation level - it is impossible to check your pulse through the internet, hence Chinese medicine cannot be practiced properly through the internet. If you have any undiagnosed symptoms, or changes in your health condition The Chinese Medicine Podcast urges you to see your own doctor, GP, Chinese medicine practitioner, acupuncturist or other health professional as appropriate. If it is an emergency call 000 in Australia. If you are unsure if this advice is appropriate for your individual situation ask your own practitioner before applying any diet or lifestyle techniques /concepts discussed in this video. 

Oct 10, 201918:49