Diets

Diets: The sum of food consumed by any living organism. The word diet is the use of specific intake of nutrition for health or weight-management. Food provides people with the necessary energy and nutrients to be healthy. By eating a variety of healthy foods, including good quality vegetables, fruits, whole-grain products and lean meats, the body can replenish itself with the essential proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals to function effectively. Having a healthy diet is one of the best things you can do to prevent and control various health problems i.e. types of cancers, heart disease, high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. Dr. Alex Jimenez offers nutritional examples, as well as, describes the importance of a balanced nutrition throughout this series of articles. Dr. Jimenez emphasizes how a proper diet combined with physical activity can help individuals reach and maintain a healthy weight, reduce their risk of developing chronic diseases like heart disease, and ultimately promote overall health and wellness. For Answers to any questions you may have please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900 

Eating Protein for Weight Loss: What Bars to Choose

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Onions: The Superfood Providing Multiple Health Benefits

For individuals looking to maintain wellness or begin their wellness journey like increasing antioxidants, protection against cancer, immune system support… Read More

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Avocados and Microbial Diversity: The Benefits

Individuals need to eat more fiber for optimal gut health. Can adding avocado to their diet help improve the gut… Read More

September 28, 2023

Healthy Food Substitutions: A Guide to Making Smart Swaps

For individuals looking to improve their quality of life, can substituting healthy meal ingredients be a simple step toward better… Read More

September 18, 2023

Peanut Butter Sandwich Alternatives

For individuals with peanut allergies, can finding a peanut alternative be as satisfying as a real creamy or crunchy peanut… Read More

August 28, 2023

Food Energy Density: EP Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

The brain and body need macronutrients that include carbohydrates, fats, and protein in the right amounts to energize the body.… Read More

July 19, 2023

Making A Satisfying Salad: Wellness and Functional Medicine Clinic

A satisfying salad is a great way to get more fruits and vegetables high in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. A… Read More

June 2, 2023

Finding The Right Diet For Cardiometabolic Syndrome (Part 2)

https://youtu.be/KycSD7EzmpM?t=1042 Introduction Dr. Jimenez, D.C., presents how to find the right diet for cardiometabolic syndrome in this 2-part series. Many… Read More

February 13, 2023

The Best Diet For Hypertension (Part 1)

https://youtu.be/KycSD7EzmpM Introduction Dr. Jimenez, D.C., presents how to find the best diet approach to hypertension and cardiometabolic risk factors in… Read More

February 10, 2023

Anti-Inflammatory Diets: Chiropractic Nutrition Wellness

Around 60% of individuals have a condition caused by or complicated by chronic inflammation. The body reacts with acute inflammation,… Read More

August 5, 2022