functional medicine

How Nutrition Affects Health and Longevity

Research studies have demonstrated the fundamental role of nutrition in health and longevity. The standard American diet, which is generally… Read More

July 20, 2020

Podcast: Regenerative Epigenetics & Dietary Changes

  PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez and Kenna Vaughn introduce Sonja Schoonenberg to discuss epigenetics and nutrition. Our diet can affect… Read More

July 16, 2020

Podcast: What is the Fasting Mimicking Diet?

  PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor in El Paso, TX, and Victoria Hahn discuss the fasting-mimicking diet and the ProLon… Read More

July 15, 2020

Podcast: Learning About Food Substitutions

Comparing and Contrasting Military Style Training vs Division 1 Athletic Training. Read More

July 14, 2020

Podcast: Sports Nutrition and Sports Dietitian

  PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez, a chiropractor in El Paso, and Kenna Vaughn, a health coach in El Paso, TX,… Read More

July 13, 2020

Podcast: Health & Immunity Series 1 of 4

  PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez, chiropractor in El Paso, TX, and Dr. Marius Ruja, chiropractor in El Paso, TX, discuss… Read More

July 9, 2020

Health & Wellness: Genetics and Nutrition Part 3 of 4

As previously discussed, our genes play a significant role in energy expenditure, appetite, and fat metabolism. Our genetics determine our… Read More

July 9, 2020

Podcast: Nutrition and Fitness During These Times

  PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez, Kenna Vaughn, Lizette Ortiz, and Daniel "Danny" Alvarado discuss nutrition and fitness during these times.… Read More

July 7, 2020

Podcast: Personalized Medicine Genetics & Micronutrients

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIwGz-A-HO4[/embedyt]   PODCAST: Dr. Alex Jimenez and Dr. Marius Ruja discuss the importance of personalized medicine genetics and micronutrients… Read More

July 6, 2020

Podcast: The Functional Medicine Fellas | What Is It? & Who Are They?

  PODCAST: Ryan Welage and Alexander Jimenez, both medical students at the National University of Health Sciences, discuss the several… Read More

July 2, 2020

The Future of Personalized Medicine in El Paso

What is a disease? Over the years the definition of disease has evolved and changed as medicine became more advanced.… Read More

June 25, 2020

Disc Bulge & Herniation Chiropractic Care Overview

Disc bulge and disc herniation are some of the most common conditions that can affect the spine of both young… Read More

June 19, 2020

What is Crohn’s Disease? An Overview

Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). IBDs are health issues that affect the digestive tract by causing inflammation… Read More

June 18, 2020

Does the Brain Need Carbohydrates?

Our brain is constantly working to help us make decisions, speak, read, and perform many other important functions. It’s also… Read More

June 12, 2020

CoQ10: An Essential Supplement

One of the most important nutrients in the body is Co-Enzyme Q10 (CoQ10). CoQ10 is involved in the electron transport… Read More

June 11, 2020

The Importance of Folate and Folic Acid

Folate is a B vitamin naturally found in a variety of foods. The body can’t produce folate, that’s why it’s… Read More

June 11, 2020

Arthritis: A Functional View

There are currently 54 million adults who suffer from Arthritis. Additionally, about 9% of adults have some type of arthritis-attributed… Read More

June 9, 2020

What is Folate Metabolism?

Folate, and its synthetic form folic acid, is a water-soluble B vitamin that plays a fundamental role in a variety… Read More

June 9, 2020