NAC or N-Acetyl Cysteine is an amazing semi-essential amino acid. This amino acid can be produced from the body through other amino acids like methionine and serine. Read More
For many people, fasting, or the concept of willingly skipping meals for a specific period of time, may not seem like a very appealing way to improve digestive health. Because most people also eat about 3 meals a day, skipping one or two meals a day can ultimately cause them to feel moody, tired, and fatigued. However, for people with… Read More
Several conditions can cause problems to the body when the hippocampus is damaged. This is known as hippocampus atrophy, where the neurons and neuronal volume in the hippocampal that is a loss. Read More
A Burst Fracture A burst fracture describes an injury to the spine where the vertebrae get compressed severely. These types of injuries occur from severe trauma, like an automobile accident or a serious fall, sports injury, work injury. These injuries entail a great deal of force into the spine, so much so that a vertebra can get crushed. … Read More
Q: Can back pain be hereditary and run in the family? I'm 24 and have chronic low back pain. But I found out that my mother, grandmother, and brother also have back pain. None of us were diagnosed with any type of spine condition. So I'm wondering if there is a hereditary/gene link or if it's just a coincidence? El… Read More
Do you experience bloating after eating a meal? While many people may not experience this symptom, it's important to understand that any amount of bloating is generally abnormal and it can be a sign of gut inflammation. If you regularly experience bloating, or you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), there’s a chance that you may have small intestinal bacterial overgrowth… Read More
Do you have difficulty digesting protein-rich foods? Do you have difficulty digesting starch-rich foods? Do you have difficulty digesting fatty or greasy foods? Do you experience abdominal distention after meals? Do you have abdominal pain and inflammation? If so, you may be having SIBO symptoms. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a gastrointestinal (GI) tract health issue that… Read More
For most individuals experiencing symptoms, health care providers will run a few tests. For the most part, these tests come back normal or inconclusive. The patient is usually relieved, but not satisfied as they are still experiencing symptoms. Read More
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
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. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is a serious health issue that happens when… Read More
The fantastic thing about glycine is that it is a "non-essential" amino acid. What this means is that the body can make glycine by itself and distribute it to the necessary systems that need glycine. 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 chemicals of chamomile can serve as antioxidants in the human body and can prevent flare-ups from occurring. 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
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