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Dr. Jimenez Functional Medicine Team. Functional medicine is an evolution in medicine that better addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century. By shifting the traditional disease-centered focus of medical practice to a more patient-centered approach, and addresses the whole person root cause of disease, not just an isolated set of symptoms.
Functional medicine practitioners spend time with their patients, listening to their histories and looking at the interactions among genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors that can influence long-term health and complex, chronic disease. In this way, functional medicine supports the unique expression of health and vitality for each individual.
By changing the disease-centered focus of medical practice to this patient-centered approach, our physicians can support the healing process by viewing health and illness as part of a cycle in which all components of the human biological system interact dynamically with the environment. This process helps to seek and identify genetic, lifestyle, and environmental factors that may shift a person’s health from illness to well-being.
The information herein is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified healthcare professional or licensed physician and is not medical advice. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional. Our information scope is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, sensitive health issues, functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present clinical collaboration with specialists from a wide array of disciplines. Each specialist is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure. We use functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support care for the injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Our videos, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and topics that relate to and support, directly or indirectly, our clinical scope of practice.* Our office has made a reasonable attempt to provide supportive citations and has identified the relevant research study or studies supporting our posts. We provide copies of supporting research studies available to regulatory boards and the public upon request.
We understand that we cover matters that require an additional explanation of how it may assist in a particular care plan or treatment protocol; therefore, to further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900.
Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, CCST, IFMCP*, CIFM*, ATN*
email: coach@elpasofunctionalmedicine.com
Licensed in: Texas & New Mexico*
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,…
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…
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…
Putting Magnesium on the Menu
Do you feel:
Crave sweets during the day?
Shaky, jittery, or have tremors?
Fatigue after meals?
Crave salt?…
Functional Neurology: What is the Gut-Brain Axis?
How often do you get irritable, shaky, or have light-headedness between meals? How often do you have difficulty…
The Benefits of HIIT
Do you feel:
Weight gain?
Difficulty losing weight?
Does eating relieve fatigue?
A sense of fullness during and…
What You Should Know About Histamine Intolerance and Dieting
Do you feel:
Shaky, jittery, or have tremors?
Stomach pain, burning, or aching 1-4 hours after eating?
Agitated,…
11 Ways To Improve Digestive Problems
Do you feel:
A sense of fullness during and after meals?
Do digestive problems subside with rest and relaxation?…
Health Coaching in El Paso: Part 3
Health coaches are available to be a supportive mentor that assists and guides patients in making healthy lifestyle…
Can Mushrooms Help The Immune System?
Do you feel:
Aches, pains, and swelling throughout the body?
Stomach pains, burning, or aching 1-4 hours after…
Can The Weather Predict Your Moods?
Do you feel:
That your joints are aching for no reason?
Depression/lack of motivation?
Inflammation in your joints?…
Functional Endocrinology: Inflammation and the Endocrine System
Do you feel:
That eating relieves fatigue?
Hormone imbalances?
Aches, pains, and swelling throughout the body?…
An Overview of Fibromyalgia
Do you feel:
Afternoon fatigue?
Headaches with exertion or stress?
Can you not stay asleep?
Slow starter in the…
6 Supplements For Kidney Health
Do you feel:
Complicated, infrequent bowel movements?
Frequent urination?
Poor bowel function?
Have more than three…
Functional Neurology: Health Benefits and Risks of Turmeric
How often do you feel unclear thoughts or concentration and brain fog? How often do you experience pain,…
Health Coaching in El Paso: Part 2
Health Coaching is a recent position that is being utilized by doctor offices around the country. Many doctors have…