https://youtu.be/tIwGz-A-HO4 Introduction In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Mario Ruja discuss the importance of the body's genetic code and how micronutrients provide the necessary functional nutraceuticals that the body needs to promote overall health and wellness. What Is Personalized Medicine? [00:00:00] Dr. Alex Jimenez DC*: Welcome, guys. We're Dr. Mario Ruja and me; we're going to… Read More
Inflammation is the body's response to infection, injury, or irritation. It causes swelling, redness, pain and sometimes causes the affected area to be unable to function. Acute inflammation happens after spraining the ankle or getting a mosquito bite and is the body's method of preserving itself. This type of inflammation helps remove harmful irritants and pathogens, so healing ensues, along… Read More
https://youtu.be/L9yXI6Nq-oE Introduction In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez, Health Coach Kenna Vaughn, and Sports Dietitian Taylor Lyle discuss what does sport nutrition and a healthy diet does to the body and how it improves professional athletes' overall wellness. Who is Taylor Lyle? [00:00:00] Dr. Alex Jimenez DC*: And we are live, guys. OK, so today, we're going to… Read More
Many individuals are trying to get fit and stay active through physical activity and exercise. Getting back to a previous fitness routine is an achievable and realistic goal. Fitness means having the energy and strength to perform physical activity and the body feeling as good as possible. Getting fit improves total health. But it does not require training like an… Read More
A typical diet consists of consuming three meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks in between. However, this is not always the case, depending on individual eating patterns and habits. Getting started eating healthy and losing body fat does not require severe dietary restrictions, starvation, and constantly exercising. Although achieving rapid weight loss might sound appealing, individuals often end up feeling… Read More
https://youtu.be/Sw6Ym5r2xEA Introduction In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez sits down with Dr. Mario Ruja about how to become more mindful and take every opportunity to be with the ones that you love so it can help your mind, body, and soul. How Do I Become More Mindful? [00:00:00] Dr. Alex Jimenez DC*: What we're going to be discussing today… Read More
Spinal cord injuries or SCI's don't just happen from intense force/high-energy trauma like hard falls or auto accidents. Non-traumatic spinal cord injuries are more common. However, traumatic spinal cord injuries tend to get the most attention. This can cause problems as it can delay treatment for individuals with a non-traumatic injury. Awareness is vital because spinal cord disorders tend to… Read More
https://youtu.be/RwZq8a9_PpM Introduction In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez talks with Victoria Hahn about what the fast mimicking diet is and how is it beneficial to the individual and their overall health and wellness. What Is A Fast Mimicking Diet? [00:00:00] Dr. Alex Jimenez DC*: We are live, El Paso. This is Dr. Alex Jimenez coming back with you. This is… Read More
The ankles provide an essential role in total body function. They work as a complex system within the feet to carry the body's weight and support movement. Any imbalance can cause ankle instability that can cause other areas of the body to go out of balance. This is most often caused by an injury, like an ankle sprain. If not… Read More
Chiropractic Reset: Traveling is not an easy adjustment as it disrupts the body's internal clock. When flying even just 3 hours, the body can start to experience symptoms like: Fatigue Confusion Insomnia Joint and muscle pain Stiffness Stomach problems Nausea Hunger Bad mood Not only is the flight a physical challenge, but so are the long lines, backed-up traffic, lost… Read More
Changing positions and posture. Individuals who have to sit at a desk, workstation, or cubicle for most of the day increase their risk of back pain, contributing to other health issues. GetAmericaStanding.org reports the average adult sits for ten hours or more a day. Prolonged sitting at home and work without movement, physical activity, exercise can lead to issues like:… Read More
Trying to fit exercise into a busy day can be a struggle to find a 30–45-minute window. However, research has found that mini workouts and accumulated exercises over the day are as effective as one complete session. Studies show that short workout sessions take the place of one long workout by breaking up the routine into several small ones and… Read More
https://youtu.be/O1Ed7gu9AxM Introduction In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez and Master Nutritionist, Ana Paola Rodriguez Aricienga are continuing what the beneficial properties of melatonin do to the body. This is part 2 of a two-part series on melatonin. Melatonin Benefits To The Body [00:00:00] Dr. Alex Jimenez DC*: Hello, Ana Paola Rodriguez Arciniega. How are you doing today? [00:00:10] Ana Paola: I'm… Read More
Neuropathy is a painful condition that causes tingling, numbness, burning sensations in the hands and feet, and other symptoms throughout the body. Neuropathy can make life difficult. There is no cure for neuropathy, but symptoms can be managed with medications, antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and pain relievers. Another treatment option to help relieve neuropathy symptoms is chiropractic. Symptoms Symptoms vary from individual… Read More
https://youtu.be/j0gXUhq0hns Introduction In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez, Senior Health Coach Kenna Lee Vaughn, and Master Nutritionist Ana Paola Rodriguez Arciniega discuss what melatonin does to the body and how it affects it at a cellular level. Melatonin Benefits To The Body. [00:00:00] Dr. Alex Jimenez DC*: Today, we're going to be discussing melatonin and its effects on the human… Read More