You might not think it, but weight lifting and spine strengthening exercises can help reduce back pain. Remember the point of this type of weight lifting is not to build up the muscles like a bodybuilder but is to develop: Core strength Spine strength Body strength The muscles in the back keep the spine moving and functioning properly. When the… Read More
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. Â Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a serious health issue that happens… Read More
Glycine is a vital amino acid that is beneficial to the body. This amino acid has received no attention....until now. 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
The benefits that the chamomile plant provides are that it promotes the body to relax and other benefits that are essential to the body. When it is used as an essential oil for aromatherapy, the patient can feel less anxious when they breathe in the vapors and finally let their anxious mind relax. 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
Losing weight is hard for anyone, and it can be easy for some while difficult for others. Since everyone has a different body structure, trying to lose weight is one of the more laborious tasks if an individual has problems trying to shed off the weight. 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
The health benefits that intermittent fasting provides are weight loss, protective effects in the brain, decreased inflammation and improving blood glucose and insulin levels in the body. Read More
The 4rs program is what health professionals recommend to their patients. This program helps restore the gut to optimal health. Read More
They are an essential source of bioactive compounds, and some mushroom extracts are used to promote human health as well as being found as dietary supplements. Read More
Researchers have been analyzing HIIT, and the results are precise: HIIT workouts are far much better than constant exercise when it comes to improving health in a variety of ways. 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