As humans we need ATP to sustain life. ATP is the energy our bodies use to perform cellular functions. To properly create ATP we need a combination of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins (macronutrients). To take these substances and convert them into ATP, our body uses a metabolic pathway referred to as the Citric Acid Cycle. The Citric Acid Cycle is… Read More
What Is a Neurotransmitter? A neurotransmitter is a chemical messenger that regulates physical processes. Neurotransmitters are responsible for movement, pain, stress, emotions, cognition, energy, cravings, and more. If the body has a lack of neurotransmitters, disruptions from the signal to the target tissue will appear and heavily influence overall health and well- being. Neurotransmitters function mainly in the Central Nervous… Read More
There is no doubt or lack of research stating that genes impact our health. We realize now that genes are heavily influenced by environmental and dietary factors. These genes are referred to as non-genetic inheritance. Genes & Their Environment Health care is evolving from treatment-based to preventive-based. With this, understanding genetics and an individual’s genomes is highly essential as many… Read More
Back spasms can be compared to a Charley horse in the back. These are a common complaint in doctors' clinics throughout the country. Spasms can accompany back pain and neck pain, they can be the result of a traumatic event, like a slip and fall accident or an automobile accident. Here is why they occur and what to do about… Read More
Sit-stand desks are coming around, especially with so many of us working from home. Sitting is not a bad thing, it is just that we do it too much. Whether at home or work, too much-sitting causes health problems, and musculoskeletal problems, which can lead to a chronic back pain condition. Too much sitting has been compared to smoking, and… Read More
Everyone has their own set of genes. These genes determine certain characteristics and traits that set us apart from others. Genes are inherited or influenced by environmental factors. The genes that are inherited are more obvious ones, such as eye color, height, and hair color. However, there are genes that are not so obvious, including factors like your chances of… Read More
Genetics play a large role in the onset of diseases and human physiology. One thing we know now more than ever is the heavy impact that nutrition has on these genes and the triggers to “turn on†or “off†a disease marker. Research shows that nutrition is more impactful than supplements when it comes to altering genetic expression. What are… Read More
Pregnancy back pain is very common. At least 50 percent of pregnant women and up to 80 percent will experience back pain at some point during their pregnancy. This is completely natural from the added weight of the baby. However, combined with all the other issues that arise during pregnancy ranging from: Mood swings Morning sickness Fatigue Urinary issues Lower… Read More
Insulin resistance is held reliable for more degenerative health diseases than any other metabolic syndrome. Insulin resistance is linked to obesity, pre-diabetes, diabetes, hypertension, artery diseases, cancer, arthritis, pain, and other neurodegenerative diseases. The standard American diet puts grains and carbohydrates as the base of a meal, when in fact this is leading to a huge epidemic. What Is Insulin… Read More
There are many stressors that activate the nervous system. These stressors impact the methylation process, affecting our cells and genetic processes. Methylation is important in many cellular processes that occur throughout the body at the biomechanical level. When influenced by stressors, genetic vulnerabilities begin to express resulting in inflammation, cognitive decline, depression, fatigue, and more. Types of Stress Stress is… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5VflhvY8nk PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor in El Paso, TX, and Dr. Marius Ruja, chiropractor in El Paso, TX, discuss how our immune system can help maintain our health during these COVID-19 times. Inflammation is the immune system's natural response to protect the human body from injury, infection, and illness. However, chronic inflammation can ultimately cause more harm than good,… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HtsD4VRk8_Q PODCAST: Ryan Welage and Alexander Jimenez, both medical students at the National University of Health Sciences, discuss the several new approaches that they developed in order to help people continue to engage and participate in exercise from the comfort of their own homes. Using their advanced understanding of functional medicine, biomechanics, and nutrition, they undertake explaining simple methods and… Read More
Dr. Terry Wahls is the creator and author of the Wahls Protocol. After a personal health battle, she discovered and realized how closely autoimmune diseases were related to diet and controlling inflammatory factors. Over time, Dr. Terry Wahls has cured herself of ms and is no longer stuck in a chair, but enjoying a healthy active lifestyle. Dr. Wahls now… Read More
After the diagnosis and completion of cancer treatment, many individuals are highly motivated to stay healthy and approach their health in a holistic manner. There are over 14.5 million cancer survivors and the number is thankfully on the rise. However, after an intense battle, cancer survivors are left with after-effects and the constant concern of recurrence. The importance of managing… Read More
Depression is fairly common, in fact 11% of Americans are currently on an antidepressant. Antidepressants are the third most commonly prescribed drug and many individuals are on an antidepressant for multiple years. Depression has multiple symptoms that mimic inflammation such as fatigue, lack of sleep, and headaches. A Traditional Approach To Depression As of now, depression can be clinically classified… Read More