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Functional Neurology: Chronic Excitotoxicity in Neurodegenerative Diseases

When compared to other central nervous system (CNS) health issues, chronic neurodegenerative diseases can be far more complicated. Foremostly, because… Read More

October 1, 2019

Functional Neurology: Glutamate Dysregulation and Excitotoxicity

Excitotoxicity is an acute insult that causes nerve cell death due to the excessive activation of iGluRs. Acute excitotoxicity plays… Read More

September 30, 2019

Activating the Nrf2 Cell Defense Through Food El Paso, Texas

While it creates a pathway in the body, Dr. Alex Jimenez of El Paso, Texas informs us about the Nrf2… Read More

September 27, 2019

Functional Neurology: Other Molecules in Glutamate

Previous research studies suggest that L-aspartate, like L-glutamate, triggers excitatory activity on neurons. L-aspartate functions with L-glutamate in the synaptic… Read More

September 27, 2019

How to Travel with Sciatic Low Back and Leg Pain

Sciatica doesn’t have to prevent you from being able to travel. Sometimes a journey can create a series of challenges… Read More

September 26, 2019

Glutamate Toxicity in Functional Neurology

The term excitotoxicity was first employed to demonstrate the capability of L-glutamate, in addition to structurally-associated amino acids, to destroy… Read More

September 26, 2019

Spine Muscle Pain and Myofascial Syndrome

Myofascial syndrome, what is it? You're probably thinking I don't have that, but more than likely, you have. Myo means… Read More

September 25, 2019

Functional Neurology: The Role of Glutamate in the Brain

L-glutamate is one of the main excitatory neurotransmitters in the human brain and it plays an essential role in practically… Read More

September 25, 2019

Cervical Radiculopathy/Radiating Neck Pain

Cervical radiculopathy happens when a pinched nerve in the neck (cervical spine) causes pain. Radicular pain can extend beyond the… Read More

September 24, 2019

Functional Neurology: Diet Drinks Associated with Stroke and Dementia

For people who love drinking diet sodas, recent research studies have found that diet drinks can increase the risk of… Read More

September 24, 2019

The Importance of Micronutrition in Vitamins El Paso, Texas

Mostly everyone takes their vitamins in any shape and form. Dr. Alex Jimenez of El Paso, Texas explains the use… Read More

September 24, 2019

Triggers and Acute Lower Back Pain

Sometimes low back pain comes out of nowhere, but that sudden lower back twinge has a cause. Sometimes, there’s a… Read More

September 23, 2019

NMDA Excitotoxicity in Functional Neurology

Excitotoxicity is a pathological mechanism seen in a variety of health issues where an excessive synaptic excitation causes neuronal death… Read More

September 23, 2019

Peripheral Neuropathy Relief & Treatment | El Paso, TX (2019)

Many healthcare professionals believe that peripheral neuropathy, which affects the peripheral nerves or the nerves which connect from the brain… Read More

September 20, 2019

Integrative Neurology: Traumatic Brain Injury and Alzheimer’s Disease

The most common causes of TBI which result in ER visits include slip-and-fall accidents, blows to the head, and automobile… Read More

September 20, 2019

Functional Medicine – Neurological Health

As a doctor who practices functional medicine, Dr. Jimenez utilizes the Neural Zoomer Plus. This is a blood test that… Read More

September 20, 2019

Tips For Reducing Back Pain During Pregnancy El Paso, TX.

During my first pregnancy, I was in great shape as a yoga instructor. I thought I was ready but juggling:… Read More

September 19, 2019

TBI and Neurodegenerative Diseases in Functional Neurology

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of disability and death among the general population, especially… Read More

September 19, 2019

Connective Tissue Disorder and Functional Medicine El Paso, Texas

When we look at our patients, we try to figure out what is causing their ailments from living their best… Read More

September 19, 2019