Do you frequently eat processed foods that are bagged or boxed? Do you frequently eat fried foods? Do you have difficulty digesting foods? Do you experience constipation or inconsistent bowel movements? Do you have increased bloating or gas? If so, you may be experiencing SIBO symptoms. � Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a serious health issue that happens… Read More
Even though glycine has a crucial role in the human body, the amino acid has received little to no attention until recently. Read More
Q: Dr. Jimenez, I have a question about degenerative disc disease, and that is can it cause nerve pain in the feet? El Paso, TX. A: Yes in certain cases, degenerative disc disease (DDD) can cause nerve problems with the feet. Degenerative disc disease, specifically of the lower spine, can cause nerve pain to radiate and spread into the feet… Read More
Chamomile is an ancient medicinal plant by the Asteraceae family and is frequently known as the "earth apple on the ground" due to the apple-like fragrance it produces. Its blossoms have unique properties that could boost a person�s wellbeing and supplying beneficial nutrients that are remarkable for the body to relax and feel calm. Read More
Being pregnant is one of life's many joys, however, with the added weight comes normal back pain that can lead to severe back pain that can lead to sciatica. Expecting mothers have much to look forward to but when back pain and sciatica take hold, it can be exhausting, frustrating, and extremely painful. Women experiencing pregnancy back pain varies from… Read More
Neck pain caused by a whiplash injury definitely warrants a visit to a chiropractic whiplash specialist that can provide non-surgical treatment and pain relief. Whiplash is an injury to the neck muscles from a rapid forward and backward motion of the neck caused by trauma from a car accident, sports injury, slip and fall accident or even just turning one's… Read More
Do you feel irritable, nervous, shaky, or light-headed between meals? Do you have difficulty eating large meals in the morning? Do you feel fatigued after meals? Do you have sugar and sweet cravings after meals? Do you have an increased appetite?�If so, you may be experiencing early SIBO symptoms. � SIBO, or small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, is a severe… Read More
There are many factors that can cause a person to gain weight. Here are some factors that might be the cause of it. Read More
Chiropractic believes that optimal health comes from having a healthy nervous system, particularly a healthy spinal column. Time, work, school, and everyday living means movement. And like anything that moves over and over again, at some point it's going to get stuck or slip out of place. When the spine's vertebrae become misaligned, pressure begins to press on the nerves… Read More
Healing takes place at home. Q: Recently diagnosed with a bulging disc at C5-C6, is there anything I can do at home to relieve my pain? � El Paso, TX. A: Great question because anyone that has woken up with a stiff neck can relate. This is the most common area of herniation in the neck. It is highly susceptible… Read More
Many research studies have arguably analyzed how gluten can affect the nervous system. However, people with celiac disease and non-celiac gluten sensitivity have demonstrated a variety of symptoms, ranging from headaches and brain fog to autoimmune disease. Moreover, brain health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and migraines, among others, are also common symptoms in people with gluten sensitivity or intolerance.… Read More
Do you feel like grain consumption makes it difficult to focus or concentrate? Or does grain consumption make you feel like it leads to tiredness? Do you feel like grain consumption causes the development of any symptoms? Are you on a 100% gluten-free diet? Diet and environmental factors can affect brain health. Researchers and healthcare professionals have associated one specific… Read More
Health coaches are available to be a supportive mentor who guides and assists patients in making healthy lifestyle changes. Many patients who seek assistance to change their lifestyle are those afflicted by some kind of chronic pain, headaches, or joint swelling. Read More
Transgender individuals are beginning to speak about their problems and issues. Without awareness and education, the healthcare providers are not doing; these issues are more likely to escalate with the growing transgender population. Read More
The holiday decorations are out, possibly still in the box or boxes, you're browsing all the deals and recipes. Family is coming in ready to spend quality family time and catch up on everything. All the while juggling bedding, seating arrangements, whose gluten-free, etc. Chronic pain is exhausting all on its own. Add the approaching holidays to the mix and… Read More