Browsing Category
Health
Dr. Jimenez Chiropractic Functional Medicine Clinic Health Team. The level of functional and metabolic efficiency of a living organism. In humans, it is the ability of individuals or communities to adapt and self-manage when facing physical, mental, psychological, and social changes in an environment. Dr.Alex Jimenez D.C., C.C.S.T, a clinical pain doctor who uses cutting-edge therapies and rehabilitation procedures focused on total health, strength training, and complete conditioning.
We take a global functional fitness treatment approach to regain complete functional health. Dr. Jimenez presents articles from his own experience and various sources on a healthy lifestyle or general health issues. I have spent over 30+ years researching and testing methods with thousands of patients and understand what truly works.
We strive to create fitness and better the body through researched methods and total health programs. These programs and methods are natural and use the body’s own ability to achieve improvement goals, rather than introducing harmful chemicals, controversial hormone replacement, surgery, or addictive drugs. As a result, we want you to live a fulfilled life with more energy, a positive attitude, better sleep, less pain, proper body weight, and education on maintaining this way of life.
Functional Endocrinology: The Mind-Body Connection and Stress Part 2
Do you feel:
Tired or sluggish?
Muscle cramping?
Afternoon fatigue?
Agitated, easily upset, or nervous?
Hormone…
Functional Endocrinology: The Mind-Body Connection and Stress Part 1
Do you feel:
Stressed out after a long day?
Irritable if meals are missed?
Shaky, jittery, or have tremors?…
Natural Ways to Fix a Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier in Functional Neurology Part 2
The blood-brain barrier is a protective shield that allows nutrients to enter the brain while keeping harmful…
Natural Ways to Fix a Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier in Functional Neurology Part 1
The blood-brain barrier is a protective shield that allows nutrients to enter the brain while keeping harmful…
Keeping Track of Your New Year’s Resolution
Do you feel:
Inflammation in your body?
Like your energy is spent before the lunch hour?
Hormone imbalances?…
The Benefits of Consuming Tea
Do you feel:
Inflammation in your gut or joints?
Stress from a hectic day?
Hormone imbalance?
Shaky, jittery, or…
Why The Immune System Needs Elderberry
Do you feel:
Inflammation?
Shaky, agitated, have tremors?
Suffering from flu and cold-like symptoms?
Abdominal…
Functional Neurology: Diagnosis and Treatment of a Leaky Brain
Our brain is a complex organ that controls many essential functions in our body. Therefore, brain health is vital…
The Top Tests Used for Integrative Medicine
Functional medicine is about taking the human body and treating it as a whole. The human body has many systems but…
Functional Neurology: Causes and Symptoms of a Leaky Brain
Our brain is a complex organ that controls many essential functions in our body. Therefore, brain health is vital…
What is ORAC?
Do you feel:
Inflammation?
Suspicion of nutritional malabsorption?
Unpredictable abdominal swelling?
Hormone…
Functional Neurology: What is a Leaky Brain?
According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH), approximately 20 percent of the population in the…
Functional Endocrinology: The Endocrine System and CBD
Do you feel:
Unpredictable abdominal swelling?
Inflammation?
Acne and unhealthy skin?
Hormone imbalance?
Shaky,…
Reduce Stress and Back Pain during the Holidays
Here are some tips you can use throughout the year but are especially useful during the holidays. So give yourself…
Functional Neurology: 8 Steps to Improve a Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier
How often do you feel agitated, easily upset, and nervous between meals? How often do you have difficulty…
The Gut-Liver Connection
Do you feel:
Hormone imbalances?
Excessively foul-smelling sweat?
Excessive belching, burping, or bloating?…
Functional Neurology: Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier and Brain Health
Blood vessels in the brain protect us from "harmful" components in the bloodstream. This is known as the…
How To Naturally Ease Inflammation
Do you feel:
Inflammation in your gut system?
Edema and swelling in ankles and wrist?
Stomach pain?
Digestive…
Tis The Season For These Botanical Herbs
Do you feel:
Unpredictable abdominal swelling?
Hormone imbalance?
Occasional stress?
Inflammation in the gut?…
Functional Neurology: What is the Role of the Blood-Brain Barrier?
Our brain is a complex organ protected by our 7mm thick skull, a protective membrane, known as the meninges, and…
Functional Neurology: The Blood-Brain Barrier and Brain Health
Our brain is protected by the blood-brain barrier, a connection of blood vessels that permits the passage of…
The Best Diet For Pain Relief
The best diet for pain relief depends on the individual but ultimately comes down to reducing inflammation and…
How To Beat The Holiday Madness
Do you feel:
Stressed out?
Agitated, jittery, have tremors?
Inflammation in the joints and stomach?
Aches, pain,…
How Fasting Affects Digestive Health in Functional Neurology
Our digestive health depends on the composition of our healthy gut microbiome or the bacteria in our…
How SAG Helps The Body
Do you feel:
Agitated, easily upset, or have tremors?
Afternoon fatigues?
Mental sluggishness?
Tired?
Stressed out?…
Functional Neurology: Fasting and Autophagy for Digestive Health
Scientists and healthcare professionals are starting to shine a light on the importance of the composition of our…
What is NAC?
Do you feel:
Afternoon fatigue?
Under a high amount of stress?
Mental sluggishness?
Headaches with exertion or…
Functional Neurology: The Science of Fasting for Digestive Health
For many people, fasting, or the concept of willingly skipping meals for a specific period of time, may not seem…
Functional Endocrinology: The Hippocampus and Stress
Do you feel:
Stressed out?
Have uncontrollable weight gain?
Can you not remember specific stuff?
Agitated, jittery,…
Functional Neurology: The Top 10 Red Flags of SIBO
Do you experience bloating after eating a meal? While many people may not experience this symptom, it's important…
Functional Neurology: Migrating Motor Complex (MMC) and SIBO
Do you have difficulty digesting protein-rich foods? Do you have difficulty digesting starch-rich foods? Do you…
Autoimmune and Family History
For most individuals experiencing symptoms, health care providers will run a few tests. For the most part, these…
Functional Neurology: What is the SIBO Diet?
Do you frequently eat processed foods that are bagged or boxed? Do you frequently eat fried foods? Do you have…
Glycine: Astounding Role for Hormones and Sleep
Do you feel:
Inflammation?
Hormone imbalances?
Weight gain?
Brain fog?
Stomach pain, burning, or aching 1-4 hours…
Chamomile and Inflammation
Do you feel:
Anxious or cannot focus on tasks?
Do digestive problems subside with rest or relaxation?
Stomach…
Functional Neurology: What is SIBO?
Do you feel irritable, nervous, shaky, or light-headed between meals? Do you have difficulty eating large meals in…
Losing Weight Is Hard
Do you feel:
Unexplained weight gain?
Excessive belching, burping, or bloating?
Hungry an hour or two after eating?…
Functional Neurology: Gluten Sensitivity and Brain Health
Do you feel like grain consumption makes it difficult to focus or concentrate? Or does grain consumption make you…
Health Coaching in El Paso: Part 4
Health coaches are available to be a supportive mentor who guides and assists patients in making healthy lifestyle…
Why Transgender Healthcare Is Important
Do you have:
Back problems?
Digestive Problems?
Headaches or Migraines?
Injuries?
Muscle issues?
If you are…