The Gut "Connections to Health & Disease"

Introduction

The central nervous system’s main function is to make sure that the neuron signals are being transmitted all over the entire body. These neuron signals make sure that not only the body is functioning properly but the gut, the immune system, the endocrine system, and even the brain itself are doing their jobs. These neuron signals must have a bidirectional connection with the brain in order to make the body move, feel and sense things throughout a person’s day. When there are unwanted pathogens that enter the body and attach themselves to the neuron signals, they can travel to the brain and cause neurodegenerative diseases to develop over time if they are not treated. Luckily there are some therapeutic options like peptide therapy to help dampen the effects of neurological diseases in the brain. In this article, we will be taking a look at what are peptides, how they affect neurodegenerative diseases, and how they help the brain. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in neurological services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

What Are Peptides?

In the body, there are molecules and antibodies that make sure that the body is functioning properly. Research studies have shown that peptides represent a unique class of pharmaceuticals compounds that are the foundation of all cellular processes. Peptides have been on the “fringes” of medicine until recently. In the past, they had a few problems that made them unaffordable due to their high cost, limited availability, and their short half-lives. However, that changed as peptides became more Pharma driven, have improved the bioavailability, and have recombinant technology and genetic engineering. Other studies have shown that peptides have been receiving increased interest since they possess favorable tissue penetration and the capability to engage with endogenous receptors in the body. What this means is that peptides can be versatile tools to help release the active components from food protein sources and provide the body health benefits that it needs.

Peptides For Neurological Disorders

Since neurological disorders are selective and progressive in the brain, research studies have found that peptides can provide therapeutic mechanisms that may be effective in dampening the symptoms and slowing down the onset progression of neurodegenerative disorders. Other beneficial factors that peptides can provide to the body include:

• Growth hormone supportive
• Neuroprotective/Neuroregenerative
• Decreases microglial inflammation
• GUT‐BRAIN axis support
• Immune supportive

Other research studies have shown that since peptides are small molecules that are composed of amino acids that are linked to peptide bonds, they have the ability to reach different locations in the body that are complicated to access and provide treatment to neurological disorders.

General Disclaimer *

The information herein is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional, licensed physician, and is not medical advice. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional. Our information scope is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, sensitive health issues, functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present clinical collaboration with specialists from a wide array of disciplines. Each specialist is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure. We use functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support care for the injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Our videos, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and topics that relate to and support, directly or indirectly, our clinical scope of practice.* Our office has made a reasonable attempt to provide supportive citations and has identified the relevant research study or studies supporting our posts. We provide copies of supporting research studies available to regulatory boards and the public upon request.

We understand that we cover matters that require an additional explanation of how it may assist in a particular care plan or treatment protocol; therefore, to further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900.

Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, CCST, IFMCP*, CIFM*, ATN*

email: coach@elpasofunctionalmedicine.com

Licensed in: Texas & New Mexico*

Introduction

The brain’s main function in the central nervous system is to make sure that the neuron signals that the brain produces are transferring throughout the entire body. These neuron signals also have a function as they help the body feel pain, sense moods, aid in organ function, and have a bidirectional connection to the brain as the body sends the signals back and forth. When there are unwanted pathogens that start to disrupt the neuron signals and start to affect the brain, it can lead to neurodegenerative disorders causing the entire body to be dysfunctional. In this 2 part series, we will be taking a look into what is Alzheimer’s and how does it affect the brain. In Part 2, we will take a look at what S.H.I.E.L.D. is and how can it help prevent Alzheimer’s disease from progressing further in the brain. By referring patients to qualified and skilled providers who specialized in neurological services. To that end, and when appropriate, we advise our patients to refer to our associated medical providers based on their examination. We find that education is the key to asking valuable questions to our providers. Dr. Alex Jimenez DC provides this information as an educational service only. Disclaimer

Can my insurance cover it? Yes, in case you are uncertain here is the link to all the insurance providers we cover. If you have any questions, please call Dr. Jimenez at 915-850-0900.

What Is Alzheimer’s Disease?

So Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia in the elderly that ranges from ages 65 and older. About 5.5 million patients in the U.S. would spend about $300B per year in medical costs while getting treated for Alzheimer’s. Research shows that since Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurologic disorder, it will cause brain shrinkage and cause brain cells to die over time. Some of the major risk factors that can cause Alzheimer’s disease to progress in an individual are family history, age, head injury, stroke, high blood pressure, and gender. It turns out that females actually make up about 2/3 of developing Alzheimer’s disease.  Other research studies have shown that Alzheimer’s disease is classified as preclinical or presymptomatic depending on how severe the cognitive impairment is in a person. Since about 30-40% over the age of 85 have Alzheimer’s disease the current lifespan is about 80 years.

The Symptoms

Since age plays a huge role as a risk factor to aid the progression of Alzheimer’s disease the symptoms can actually range from mild to severe as research found that when there is damage to the brain, Alzheimer’s disease can start in a decade or more before memory loss and other cognitive problems start to appear as it progresses. Even though Alzheimer’s is starting in the preclinical stage, a person may look symptom-free, however, the changes are taking place in the brain and causing cognitive disorders. Some of the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease actually depends on how severe is the progression and they include:

• Repeating questions
• Memory loss
• Shortened attention span
• Problems recognizing family and friends
• Inability to communicate
• Seizures

General Disclaimer *

The information herein is not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health care professional, licensed physician, and is not medical advice. We encourage you to make your own health care decisions based on your research and partnership with a qualified health care professional. Our information scope is limited to chiropractic, musculoskeletal, physical medicines, wellness, sensitive health issues, functional medicine articles, topics, and discussions. We provide and present clinical collaboration with specialists from a wide array of disciplines. Each specialist is governed by their professional scope of practice and their jurisdiction of licensure. We use functional health & wellness protocols to treat and support care for the injuries or disorders of the musculoskeletal system. Our videos, posts, topics, subjects, and insights cover clinical matters, issues, and topics that relate to and support, directly or indirectly, our clinical scope of practice.* Our office has made a reasonable attempt to provide supportive citations and has identified the relevant research study or studies supporting our posts. We provide copies of supporting research studies available to regulatory boards and the public upon request.

We understand that we cover matters that require an additional explanation of how it may assist in a particular care plan or treatment protocol; therefore, to further discuss the subject matter above, please feel free to ask Dr. Alex Jimenez or contact us at 915-850-0900.

Dr. Alex Jimenez DC, MSACP, CCST, IFMCP*, CIFM*, ATN*

email: coach@elpasofunctionalmedicine.com

Licensed in: Texas & New Mexico*