This month brings us National Infertility Awareness week from October 19th – 25th. Over seven million American couples are affected by infertility. Chinese medicine has become increasingly popular as a treatment option as awareness of its effectiveness has grown. Traditional Chinese medicine has been used for hundreds of years to treat infertility and includes the use of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and dietary and lifestyle therapy. Benefits range from improved ovarian and follicular function... Read Full Story

About Depression and Anxiety Although depressive disorders and anxiety are commonly seen together, there are distinct differences between a diagnosis of depression and one of anxiety. Common symptoms of depressive disorders include emotions such as hopelessness, despair and anger. Energy levels are usually very low, and depressed people often feel overwhelmed by day-to-day tasks and personal relationships. There is a decreased interest in most activities, possible insomnia, fatigue, and... Read Full Story

Craniosacral therapy is a light-touch treatment that enhances the body’s natural healing capabilities. It has been used for nearly 30 years as an effective treatment for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and loss of function. A craniosacral therapy session involves the therapist placing  their hands lightly on the patient’s body, tuning in to the patient by ‘listening’ with their hands to the craniosacral system. By gently working with the spine, the skull and its cranial... Read Full Story

by Antonia Balfour, L.Ac. Hot Stones have been used for therapeutic purposes since ancient times, but only recently has Hot Stone Massage caught on as a popular massage treatment. In Hot Stone Massage, smooth, flat stones are heated and placed on key points around the body. The stones are often river rocks made from basalt which retain heat due to their high iron content. The massage therapist holds the heated stones to massage certain areas. The heat of the stones benefits the muscles by... Read Full Story

More and more women are turning to Chinese Medicine for the treatment of menopausal symptoms, particularly after recent concerns regarding the safety of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Recent research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that HRT may lead to an increase in the risk of heart disease, breast cancer, stroke, and blood clots. HRT has also been linked to gallstones and gallbladder disease. Acupuncture and Chinese herbs are natural therapies... Read Full Story

Recent media attention has focused on the flagrant overuse of antibiotics causing increasing numbers of resistant strains of bacteria. Consequently, more and more people are discovering herbs and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as a safe, effective alternative for the treatment of many childhood illnesses. Click here to read more. ShareThis Read Full Story

Thank you Palisades Post for featuring Oasis Palisades in the April 9th paper. If you missed the article, click here for the online version. ShareThis Read Full Story

Chinese herbal medicine has been used in the treatment of humans and animals for over 2,000 years. It is based on combining herbs together to promote balance and healing. We call our herbal formulas “Qi Blends” since they are blended together to promote health and restore harmony to the “Qi” (or vital energy) of dogs. The aim of any treatment with Chinese herbs is to bring the body and emotions into balance. We’ve identified the areas of imbalance that most often lead to health problems in... Read Full Story

by Teresa Xu “The way to health is to have an aromatic bath and scented massage every day.” ~Hippocrates Picture yourself in the state of ultimate relaxation. Relax your eyelids and unburden your muscles. Release your mind of the dizzying stress involved in daily life. Hear the sound of flowing water, like a song playing on smooth pebbles. Comfort envelopes your body. All is fulfilled by the last touch: a scent of French Lavender. Amazingly, aromatherapy with essential oils is an important... Read Full Story

by Teresa Xu Springtime is here which means spending time outdoors, having fun, and eating! Approach your meals with a healthy attitude, indulge (in moderation), and follow these simple tips to optimize your metabolism. Eating Did you know that eating can help you lose weight? It can if you eat the right things! Here are some foods that help boost your metabolism: -Cayenne Pepper: generally used in the form of powder, cayenne raises your body temperature which in turn raises your body’s... Read Full Story