https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53POD6adTgQ PODCAST: In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor, and Kenna Vaughn, health coach, introduce Jeremy McGowan and Taylor Lyle, both experts in nutrition and strength training, as they discuss the differences between what is athletic strength training vs what is military strength training. By sharing a wide variety of nutrition and fitness recommendations, Jeremy McGowan and Taylor Lyle bring… Read More
Being attached to a smartphone and looking down for a long can cause phone neck pain. We are all constantly connected to our family, friends, work, etc. When we keep our head down, shoulders hunched forward, neck straining from the uncomfortable angle for a long time, a neck injury can develop. This has to do with knowing how to maintain… Read More
The health of our skin is critical. It is constantly being exposed to many damaging items. However, it is one of the last things we think about to protect. Part of taking care of our skin is protecting it from oxidative stress, toxins, performing regular detoxification, and ensuring we have minimal inflammation. However, just like other factors in life, some… Read More
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s75Q7sypEwQ PODCAST: In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor, and Kenna Vaughn, health coach, introduce Jeremy McGowan and Taylor Lyle, both experts in nutrition and strength training, as they discuss the differences between what is athletic strength training vs what is military strength training. By sharing a wide variety of nutrition and fitness recommendations, Jeremy McGowan and Taylor Lyle bring… Read More
Lumbar stenosis surgery for sciatica, like any type of surgical procedure does not always yield the most successful results. This is why it’s important to carefully and methodically assess all of the personal risk factors. Sciatica causes severe pain and surgery could be an option and hopefully of last resort. However, it’ is important to first attempt non-surgical/non-pharmacological treatment/s for… Read More
PODCAST: In today's podcast, Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor, and Kenna Vaughn, health coach, introduce Jeremy McGowan and Taylor Lyle, both experts in nutrition and strength training, as they discuss the differences between what is athletic strength training vs what is military strength training. By sharing a wide variety of nutrition and fitness recommendations, Jeremy McGowan and Taylor Lyle bring… Read More
Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device, for a webinar where we discuss and pinpoint the complications of Fibromyalgia and Inflammation. Please click this URL to register. https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MFNLhfwSRg-EWFvgg3HRgg Please click this URL to join. https://zoom.us/s/94372429499?pwd=VGZNeXA1WmZIeFV3NldsMTU5K2E1QT09 Functional Medicine* and Integrative Wellness requires Doctors to engage in further education outside of t Read More
Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: for a live webinar event covering stress, hormones, and how to improve your health! Learn how stress, hormones, and health all work off one another and how to gain control of your body.  Please click this URL to register: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iPVCnwaGQwSUstwNXRi7Ew (limited to 100 attendees) Please click this URL to… Read More
Finding ways to manage chronic pain is a priority. Chiropractic testing and treatment could be an option that is effective and affordable. Various chiropractic care can help manage chronic pain caused by a condition like herniated disc/s. Chiropractic testing involves diagnosing the root cause/origin of the pain. Getting a proper diagnosis usually involves: X-rays CT scan MRI DNA Chiropractic… Read More
One of the most interesting aspects of the human brain is its ability to become addicted. Addiction is a serious problem and based on genetic predisposition, many are prone to it. Addictive behaviors include alcohol, nicotine, cannabis & opioid dependence, psychosis response from cannabis use, eating disorders such as binge eating, and adrenaline seeking/risk taking behaviors. These forms of addiction… Read More
The foods we eat can have the potential to be beneficial or harmful to our health. Poor nutrition can cause a variety of health issues, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes. Meanwhile, proper nutrition can make you feel energized, reduce your risk of health issues, as well as help maintain and regulate a healthy weight. If you want… Read More
There are various chronic treatment/management options available. Chronic pain treatment focuses on treating and managing the root cause and underlying condition that is causing the pain. The physical and psychological aspects of chronic pain need to be balanced in order for a treatment plan to work. That is why a complete treatment plan can sometimes be necessary to address… Read More
Aging is a natural part of life and it can’t be stopped. Or at least, that’s what we used to think. Researchers at Intervene Immune, Stanford, the University of British Columbia, and UCLA believe that our epigenetic clock can be changed, suggesting that there may still be ways for humans to live longer. In the following article, we will discuss… Read More
As we know, some individuals have a harder time regulating their mood and emotions than others do. This is highly connected to their genetic predisposition. Mental health falls under the neuropsychiatric disorder umbrella and accounts for up to 25% of all disability-adjusted life years. The genetic predisposition an individual has contributes to the risk of developing a mental health disorder.… Read More
Getting an accurate chronic pain diagnosis is essential to creating the most optimal, highly customized treatment plan for the individual. Depending on the severity and cause of pain, individuals could require various pain specialists/therapists combined with a primary physician. These could include: Chiropractor Physical therapist Neurosurgeon Pain medicine specialist Physiatrist Rheumatologist Orthopedic spine surgeon Chronic Pain Diagnosis Over… Read More
The human brain is extremely complex. Although responsible for many of our body’s capabilities, it has been known to cause extreme downfalls and disabilities if it goes awry. Neurodegenerative disorders include mild cognitive decline & late-onset Alzheimer’s disease (LOAD). By using genetic testing, we are able to assess these genes and gain biochemical insight as to how to take our… Read More
Research studies have demonstrated the fundamental role of nutrition in health and longevity. The standard American diet, which is generally high in fat and sugar, has been associated with a variety of health issues, including obesity, high cholesterol, hypertension, and type 2 diabetes. Moreover, these health issues can lead to kidney disease, heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and cancer. “Unfortunately, the… Read More
Anybody can have chronic pain. Adults typically complain of joint pain, low back pain, and neurogenic pain. While children and teenagers are more likely to have more headaches, abdominal pain, leg, and hand pain. Regardless there are individuals that have a higher risk because of their age, gender, and job. It isn't always clear what causes chronic pain. There are… Read More
Injury Susceptibility, recovery, power and endurance are all key components when it comes to sports. By using the DNA Sport test from DNA Life we have the opportunity to gain insight on an individual athlete and how their genetic makeup impacts these factors. This test allows parents, coaches, and physicians to see certain polymorphisms that are implicated with increased risk… Read More