Fasting offers numerous health benefits, from increasing insulin sensitivity and promoting weight loss to enhancing the immune system. Although we all want the benefits of fasting, many of us can't embrace the idea of not eating for extended periods of time. However, what if you could achieve all the healthy advantages of a fast without having to skip meals? The… Read More
The fasting mimicking diet is an alternative to fasting. However, it can have several benefits for your overall health and wellness. We will discuss everything you need to know about the regimen. The article below describes how to do it, its benefits, and how it's different from normal fasting. The benefits of the fast mimicking diet will have you wanting… Read More
It is estimated that scoliosis affects anywhere from 2 to 3 percent of children and adults in the United States. That is roughly six to nine million people. While it seems to develop most commonly within specific age ranges for boys and girls, it can also develop in infancy. Every year, approximately 30,000 children are fitted with a scoliosis back… Read More
Functional Medicine Doctor Explains Women's Hormones We discussed the basics for men’s hormones. Now let’s discuss the basics for women’s hormones. Unfortunately, the effects of our diet and our environment become more obvious in the anatomy and biochemistry of women. These may frequently manifest as hormone imbalances and they can greatly affect their quality of life. Mood disorders have become… Read More
Imagine a world where clothing feels like sandpaper, light is excruciating, or sounds make you feel like your ears are going to bleed. That is what it’s like for someone with sensory processing disorder, or SPD. Approximately 1 in 6 children have SPD (some reports say 1 in 20, but this appears to be based on earlier research). It is… Read More
El Paso, Tx. Chiropractor, Dr. Alex Jimenez presents the "Fasting Mimicking Diet™" (FMD™) by ProLon®. He introduces how the plan works, what it includes, and the benefits. This 5-day meal program provides nutrients in precise quantities and combinations that nourish the body, but the body does not recognize it as food and mimics a fast. This diet is the secret to… Read More
You've seen body-weight scales at stores, online, in gyms and at the doctor's office that utilize bioimpedance analysis. These scales can be expensive and wondered what is bioimpedance analysis and is it worth the price? Bioelectrical impedance analysis may sound complicated, however, BIA devices use today's technology. It measures the rate at which low-level electrical current is run through the… Read More
There are plenty of people who say that chiropractic made a significant difference in their lives, relieving pain and increasing mobility. Still, some skeptics want scientific proof that it helps with managing pain and, in many cases, eliminating it altogether. While chiropractic patient testimonies are great, included here is a collection of cold, hard, facts – scientific studies on chiropractic… Read More
Chiropractic care is a safe, natural treatment for people of all ages and senior citizens can definitely benefit from it. It is far more preferable than many other options including pharmaceuticals with their unpleasant and even harmful side effects, and surgery. Several studies have even shown that regular chiropractic treatment benefits geriatric patients and can even help keep them out… Read More
Functional Medicine Doctor Explains Men's Hormones Hello there, it’s Dr. Alex Jimenez again and welcome to part four of “Taking Control of your Healthcare”. Today, we’re going to discuss hormones. Hormones regulate most of the human body’s systems as they are recognized as the messenger molecules of the endocrine system. Hormone imbalances can cause subtle changes, however, their effects can… Read More
Bioimpedance Analysis (BIA) is defined as the analysis of resistance and reactance in the human body. Energy dissipation is called resistance (R). Energy storage is called reactance (X). Units of resistance and reactance are called ohms. Resistance and reactance taken together create impedance (Z). Fat-free mass in the human body is proportional to its resistance. Body cell mass is proportional… Read More
If you’ve been experiencing lower back pain and can’t seem to pinpoint the cause, try looking down – at your feet. What kind of shoes are you wearing? Your shoes can have a tremendous effect on your spine, causing back pain. While this is traditionally considered to be a “female issue,” some men’s shoe styles are unsafe as well. Take… Read More
El Doctor de Medicina Funcional Explica la Nutrición Cada reacción química que ocurre en el cuerpo humano requiere de enzimas y cada uno de estos procesos necesita una coenzima. Pero ¿qué son las coenzimas? Son vitaminas y minerales. Aproximadamente 37 billones, billones de reacciones químicas ocurren en el cuerpo humano cada segundo. Es por eso que una nutrición adecuada y… Read More
Can being grateful actually make you healthier? Several studies say yes. In fact, there is a great deal of evidence that shows being thankful benefits your health both physically and mentally. Researchers have found that an attitude of gratitude helps you have a stronger immune system, a healthier heart, more energy, and a happier outlook on life. The Science of… Read More
Doctor de Medicina Funcional Explica los Signos Vitales Hoy comenzaremos a analizar cómo el espectro que la medicina actualmente considera "normal" puede no ser realmente óptimo para su salud y bienestar general. Estos rangos de referencia pueden cambiar según la edad, el sexo, la actividad física y más. De hecho, si evaluáramos el peso de una persona en los Estados… Read More