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Functional Medicine Treatment for Gut Health & Mental Health
If you're constantly feeling down or anxious for no obvious reason, your gut may be trying to tell you something. Emerging research shows a powerful connection between gut health and mental...
Healthy Gut, Happy Mind: The Microbiome’s Role in Mental Health
Have you ever wondered why a stressful day can upset your stomach, or why digestive issues seem to affect your mood? The connection between our gut and our brain is stronger than we thought. Recent...
Common Causes of Gut Microbiome Imbalance
Have you ever felt unexpectedly bloated after a meal or found yourself in a sudden mood swing? These uncomfortable experiences might actually be signs of an unbalanced gut microbiome. Simple things...
Key Indicators of an Unbalanced Gut Microbiome
Have you ever noticed those days when you're just not feeling quite right? Maybe it's that persistent bloating after meals, or the nagging fatigue that won't go away, no matter how much sleep you...
3 Proven Strategies for Prediabetes Management
Prediabetes means your blood sugar levels are above the normal range but haven’t reached the point where it's considered type 2 diabetes. Think of it as a major red flag—a clear sign that it’s time...
Understanding Prediabetes: Causes and Symptoms
Imagine this: nearly 98 million American adults are walking around with prediabetes, and the staggering fact is, over 80% of them don't even realize it. Prediabetes isn't just a set of numbers on a...
Effective Functional Medicine Treatments for Brain Fog
While brain fog isn't officially recognized with formal medical diagnostic criteria, it's a frequently reported issue that can significantly interfere with daily activities and reduce quality of...
Understanding Brain Fog: What You Should Know
Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you're there? Or stared at a computer screen, unable to grasp the words before you? If so, you've encountered the perplexing world of brain fog....
Acupuncture for Pain Relief: An Alternative Approach
Traditional Chinese Medicine teaches that the human body contains approximately two thousand acupuncture points, each associated with specific psychological and physical ailments. These points are...
Acupuncture: A Natural Approach to Stress & Anxiety
In today’s fast-paced world, stress and anxiety are all too common. As the shift towards holistic and medication-free treatments continues, acupuncture stands out as a key component of functional...
First Time Acupuncture: What to Expect During Your Visit
Stepping into the world of acupuncture is a choice to explore an ancient, yet time-tested, pathway to healing and balance. Knowing what to expect during your first visit can ease any apprehensions...
The Basics of Acupuncture: Understanding How It Works
Acupuncture blends time-honored wisdom with today's modern approaches to health and wellness, giving us a fresh angle on taking care of ourselves. For those of us in Whittier and beyond, curious...
Top Supplements for Menopausal Symptoms
Menopause is that inevitable chapter in the life of anyone who goes through menstrual cycles, usually hitting somewhere between the ages of 45 and 55. It's like nature's own way of signaling a new...
Diet and Menopause
Menopause marks a major milestone in a woman's life, bringing with it hormonal shifts that can touch everything from how we feel physically to our emotional state. It's a time known for its mix of...
Functional Medicine vs. HRT in Menopause
Going through menopause can be tough for a lot of women, with symptoms that can be anything from a minor nuisance to really severe. There's a lot of talk about how to handle these symptoms best. In...
Functional Medicine for Menopause
Menopause marks a natural transition in a woman's life, yet for many, moving into their post-fertility phase comes with its share of discomforts and new hurdles. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to...
Fertility Acupuncture: What to Expect in a Session
Embarking on a journey to explore acupuncture for fertility near you can be a meaningful step for individuals seeking holistic approaches to enhance their reproductive well-being. Understanding what...
Debunking Myths: Common Misconceptions about Acupuncture and Fertility
Acupuncture has gained attention as a complementary therapy for addressing infertility concerns. However, amidst its growing popularity, various misconceptions have emerged, clouding the...
Preparing for Pregnancy: How Acupuncture Can Enhance Preconception Health
The path of parenthood can be a transformative and exciting chapter in your life, marked by a myriad of preparations. In this essential phase, nurturing your overall health takes center stage. In...
The Science Behind Acupuncture and Fertility
Setting off on your journey of fertility can be both exhilarating and challenging, filled with anticipation and hope. In this delicate pursuit, acupuncture emerges as a captivating practice with a...
6 Common Symptoms of Poor Lymph Flow
If you've been feeling off and your usual pep is nowhere to be found, a detox might sound like the quick fix you need. But the real deal in getting back to your vibrant self often hinges on your...
Lymphatic Drainage Massage: What You Need to Know
The lymphatic system is a crucial part of our body's defense mechanism, playing a vital role in immunity and fluid balance. Lymphatic drainage massage, a therapy designed to support the functioning...
How To Choose The Right Type Of Massage Therapy
Finding the right massage therapist in Brea is an intimate journey of trust, understanding, and holistic well-being. For many, it's an expedition into personal comfort and healing, and every step...
8 Medical Conditions Massage Therapy Can Help Treat
Lately, many are turning to age-old remedies to tackle modern-day challenges, with bodywork standing out as a top choice. It's not just about indulging in a moment of relaxation anymore. From the...
Why You Should Try Therapeutic Massage
In a world dominated by to-do lists, endless notifications, and a relentless pace, finding moments of stillness can feel like a luxury. Amidst all the chaos, there's a quiet, healing refuge waiting...
5 Approaches to Massage Therapy
Ever had one of those days where everything feels just a bit...off? Maybe it's a stiff neck from too much screen time, or perhaps it's stress making your shoulders tense. That's where therapeutic...
10 Reasons Metabolism Slows Down as We Age
The mysteries of the human body never cease to amaze. From our youthful days filled with energy to the more reflective periods of our older years, the body goes through a plethora of changes, both...
How to Prevent Your Metabolism from Slowing Down
The ebb and flow of life bring with it transformations we often feel but can't always see. Among these hidden changes is our body's metabolic rate. It's a common tale: as the years go by, our once...
Understanding Fasting: A Functional Medicine Perspective
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, we've got food at our fingertips 24/7. It's not just about survival anymore—it's a social activity, a comfort after a long day, a reward, a celebration....
Understanding Inflammation, Gut Health, and Weight Gain
Growing older often comes with an unexpected and unwelcome guest – extra pounds that seem to creep up on us. It leaves many of us scratching our heads, wondering, "But why?" To unravel the mystery...
The Silent Threat of Desk Jobs: Functional Medicine Perspective and Actionable Remedies
In the digital age we find ourselves in, technology permeates all aspects of our lives. This tech-driven era has reshaped our work culture dramatically. Gone are the days of physically demanding...
A New Perspective on Weight Gain – The Role of Nutrient Deficiencies
As functional medicine doctors with years of experience, we often find ourselves standing at the crossroads of diet, exercise, and general well-being. In our journey, one fact has become abundantly...
The Age-Old Culprit Behind Weight Gain: Sugars & Processed Carbs
As we grow older, many of us find that maintaining a healthy weight becomes an uphill battle. This struggle often leaves us feeling frustrated and perplexed, wondering where we've gone wrong. ...
Estrogen Dominance: What it is and How to Counter It
As functional medicine doctors with years of experience practicing in Brea, we have found that estrogen dominance is a leading cause of weight gain, especially for the elderly. Keep hope alive,...
Not Sleeping Enough? Why That Means Weight Gain and How to Set Your Sleep Rhythms
Understanding the subtle interplay between our bodies and our lifestyles is a fundamental principle of functional medicine. This approach sees our health as a holistic, interconnected system, rather...
How An Underactive Thyroid Can Lead to Weight Gain: A Comprehensive Look
Often referred to as the body's master control dial for metabolism, the thyroid gland plays an integral role in our overall health. This small yet potent organ determines the pace and intensity of...
The Irritable, Tired, Foggy-Brained Woman
Is this you? Maybe your wife or your friend? In my practice I treat women with these issues on a daily basis. Who are these women? It used to be working mothers typically in their 30s and 40s,...
Real Facts Not Fear About the Coronavirus and How to Protect Yourself
3/13/20 Dear valued Oasis patients and clients, I write to provide you all with a broad update on Oasis Healing Arts’ efforts to address the coronavirus (COVID-19), as well to provide you with...
12 Things You Can Do Now To Stop Inflammation
You’ve probably read that chronic inflammation is the common root of virtually all diseases, and you’ve likely purchased your fair share of turmeric supplements and fish oil capsules. But you still...
The Natural Element of Fertility
At our practice, we see a lot of women who are trying to conceive (TTC). Some women come for Functional Medicine consultations (lab- and supplement-based), others come for our Optimal Fertility...
Could Yeast Be Underlying Your Allergies?
Allergies hit home for me. My husband and I both suffered from chronic nasal allergies as children (me all the way into my mid 30s), and both of my sons have had childhood allergies. Currently, I’m...
The Epidemic of Overwhelm: Why is Everyone Anxious & Stressed?
People are anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed. I see it everyday, all day. It's not surprising with my working parent population - their daily load can be exquisitely heavy, their time divided up...
Your Thoughts Change Your Biology – Why Your Mind Matters
We've all heard of the phrase "mind over matter," but did you know that our minds also CREATE matter? Our minds create thoughts, and thoughts are actual things that hold physical real estate in our...
Natural and Effective Treatments for Constipation
Millions of Americans silently struggle with constipation. For many people, it's a functional issue rather than a structural one. Typically, there's nothing physically wrong with the structure of...
The Impact of Stress on Your Hormones
Hormones and stress, stress and hormones! Everyone has stress, but not everyone deals with it in the same way. And everyone has hormones, but not everyone’s hormones are balanced. If you suspect...
Healing Cysts, Fibroids, and Endometriosis – An Interview with Susana Puelles, L.Ac.
Today I’m talking with Susana Puelles, LAc - an expert in women’s health and gastrointestinal disorders. I’m grateful to have her on the Oasis Healing Arts team. Dr. Jamie: Good morning, Susana....
The Truth About All the Truths About a Healthy Diet
I think this blog is a long time coming. There are so many reports and documentaries, so much information, so many “facts” and “truths” being presented, all backed by their set of scientific...
Functional Medicine – The Beginning and the Answer to Your Health Problems
Treat the root, not the branches. That’s a given with quality healthcare. At least, it should be. Treat the cause, not just cover up symptoms. Yes, it’s important to provide symptomatic relief -...
Dr. Jamie Interviews Dr. Lee on the FAQs of Acupuncture
I love and respect Dr. Carol Lee, my colleague and fellow practitioner here at Oasis Healing Arts, for so many reasons. She is authentic, compassionate, highly educated in Traditional Chinese...
How to Beat the Flu and Winter Blues
In my 20+ years of living in southern California, this winter has been the least, shall I say, “fun." Perhaps it was the flu that hit my whole family like dominoes over the Christmas break, or...
Nutraceuticals: Tips on Purchasing Nutritional Supplements with Proven Benefits
Over the years, I’ve heard many patients express to me their confusion and overwhelm when going to the store to buy nutritional supplements. There are hundreds of thousands of supplements in the...
Selah. A Response to Stress.
I am of the generation that has seen the birth and rapid maturity of the internet. I was always a couple of years behind my peers with the latest tech… getting a discman, a beeper, a digital camera,...
A Thousand Stressors, One Response
Some of us play it tough. We are work horses, but we won't let you see us sweat. We've got a heavy dose of pride pushing us, and a whole lot of passion - for our children, for our work, for...
Balancing Your Hormones
“My hormones are out of wack!"“I just feel off.”“I don’t feel like myself.”"I'm so irritable lately."“I feel like I’m going crazy!”Does any of this sound familiar to you? Maybe...
Surrender – It’s Healthy
I recall Oprah once talking about a very difficult time in her life, when she was battling it out with the meat industry in court over a comment she had made on her talk show, and she was feeling...
An Interview w/ Dr. Carol Lee on AutoImmune Disease
Dr. Jamie: More and more people are being diagnosed with autoimmune diseases such as hypothyroidism, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. You and I understand the underlying causes from both a...
Mothers – Are You Heavy Strong or Cheerful Strong?
I am strong. Sometimes it comes naturally, a bold and confident energy, an ambition that flows effortlessly from my spirit. And other times, I have to be very intentional about it. My faith allows...
Food for Life, Food for Death – What Will You Choose?
“Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you...
Knotted Muscles and Shrink-Wrapped Connective Tissue – Could This Be Your Body?
Everyone understands muscles, how they can get tense from stress, sore from overwork, or weak from lack of exercise. But I find that very few people understand fascia - the connective tissue that...
Knowing Your Food Sensitivities to Heal Your Nasal Allergies
If there was one health issue I've dealt with personally and sincerely journeyed to overcome, it's allergies.I started having hay fever allergies in my sophomore year of high school. I remember I’d...
Not Everything in Moderation
My husband and I were enjoying an outdoor dinner gala at a Palm Springs business retreat one late August night. Drinks and appetizers were being served, and a fellow with whom my husband happened to...
Is Gluten-Free Necessary for My Good Health?
There’s a lot of talk about gluten in both the medical and lay community. It’s quite the buzz word these past few years. You know it’s a big deal when cereal boxes and packages of cookies start...
Peace Takes Practice
You'd think that, if given an hour to lie down, close your eyes, and listen to soft music while getting a massage, it'd be the easiest thing for anyone to do. Just relax. Chill. Be still. But the...
How Does Your Stress Signature Look?
Beyond the smiling faces and glad tidings posted on Facebook, underneath the pretty clothes and makeup, behind the executive desks and bedroom doors, inside homes and workplaces, inside ourselves,...
Help Me With My Back Pain! But Don’t Tell Me What I Need To Do!
Thorough. Whole. Complete. This should be our approach to our health. A singular pill or supplement approach, a half-hearted yo-yo diet approach, or an easy “everything in moderation” approach will...
Massage – The Necessary Luxury
I always say it and I’ll say it again – massage should not be a luxury – it’s a necessity. How many times have we moaned and groaned about the stiffness in our neck or the ache in our lower back?...