Cima Functional Medicine

Cima Functional Medicine Our purpose and goal are to educate and treat people on the Cima System of health care which, is in correlation with the Doctor Of The Future quotation above.

"The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest her or his patients in the care of the human frame, in a proper diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." ~Thomas Edison By using Mr. Edison's templet of what the doctor of the future should be educated in, I have designed a program that I feel is the ultimate in achieving excellent health. This page is dedicated to givin

g out this information which, has taken me 40 years to compile. WE will always strive to give you the best information possible. In fact we will give you the 20% that will give you the 80% success you deserve. The purpose of which, is so you too can create a healthy, happy, harmonious, long and wealthy life. Just imagine living a life free of pain, sickness and disease. Think about how much more you could achieve. My wish and prayer is that everyone who reads these pages will add years to their life and life to their years. I know it did mine
Sincerely, Dr. james P. Cima

09/03/2026

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So many patients come to me frustrated, convinced they are doing everything right. Good neighborhood, good income, good intentions - and still battling chronic pain, fatigue, organ dysfunction, and conditions nobody can explain. Rather than viewing persistent symptoms as the result of a single factor, the scientific literature supports a comprehensive, individualized approach that considers lifestyle, environmental influences, physical health, and mental well-being alongside appropriate medical evaluation and treatment.

Understanding the broader picture may help identify opportunities to support long-term health and resilience. Processed food convenience, sedentary commuting, chemically treated lawns, poor sleep from overstimulation, and emotional isolation behind closed garage doors. Each of these alters one of the three sides of your health - chemical, physical, or mental-emotional. Research links suburban pesticide exposure to measurable endocrine and neurological disruption. When even one side of your Triune is compromised, the others follow. Your body is not failing you. Your environment has been working against all three sides simultaneously. That is a biology problem, not a willpower problem. Individual results vary.

π—–π—œπ—§π—¬ π—Ÿπ—œπ—©π—œπ—‘π—š 𝗠𝗔𝗬 π—•π—˜ π—–π—”π—¨π—¦π—œπ—‘π—š 𝗬𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—› 𝗣π—₯π—’π—•π—Ÿπ—˜π— (𝗦)You have tried the treatments. You still hurt. Here is what nobody told...
09/02/2026

π—–π—œπ—§π—¬ π—Ÿπ—œπ—©π—œπ—‘π—š 𝗠𝗔𝗬 π—•π—˜ π—–π—”π—¨π—¦π—œπ—‘π—š 𝗬𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—› 𝗣π—₯π—’π—•π—Ÿπ—˜π— (𝗦)

You have tried the treatments. You still hurt. Here is what nobody told you.

The city you live in is actively reshaping your body every single day through three forces working together: your posture, your body chemistry, and your brain.

Concrete floors and car seats compress your spine over years. City air and artificial light keep your body's stress alarm stuck in the on position. Constant noise and zero nature lock your brain in threat mode. A brain in threat mode turns up the volume on every pain signal you feel.

According to the World Health Organization, over 1.7 billion people live with chronic pain conditions. Most treatments address one piece. The city is pulling three levers at once.

That is why the Triune of Health matters. Chemical, physical, and mental-emotional. Each one is 33% of your health. Miss one and you stay stuck. Individual results vary.

Save this post. Bring it to your next appointment. Ask which of the three is driving your pain.

𝗬𝗒𝗨 𝗔π—₯π—˜ 𝗑𝗒𝗧 π—”π—Ÿπ—’π—‘π—˜ 𝟱𝟴 π— π—œπ—Ÿπ—Ÿπ—œπ—’π—‘ π—”π— π—˜π—₯π—œπ—–π—”π—‘π—¦ π—›π—”π—©π—˜ π—§π—›π—˜ π—¦π—”π— π—˜ 𝗣π—₯π—’π—•π—Ÿπ—˜π— If you wake up and your hands, knees, or hips feel like they...
09/01/2026

𝗬𝗒𝗨 𝗔π—₯π—˜ 𝗑𝗒𝗧 π—”π—Ÿπ—’π—‘π—˜ 𝟱𝟴 π— π—œπ—Ÿπ—Ÿπ—œπ—’π—‘ π—”π— π—˜π—₯π—œπ—–π—”π—‘π—¦ π—›π—”π—©π—˜ π—§π—›π—˜ π—¦π—”π— π—˜ 𝗣π—₯π—’π—•π—Ÿπ—˜π— 

If you wake up and your hands, knees, or hips feel like they need 20 minutes just to get moving - you are not alone. Millions of people chalk this up to "just getting older."

According to research, over 58 million adults in the US have been diagnosed with arthritis, and that number keeps climbing. Joint pain is not just a physical problem. It sits at the intersection of your chemical health (inflammation, nutrition, gut function), your physical health (spinal alignment, movement patterns), and your mental-emotional health (stress, sleep, mindset). All three sides of the Triune of Health play a role. Your body has an incredible capacity to heal - when you give it what it truly needs. This is where real answers begin. Individual results vary. Tap the link in bio to learn more.

𝗦𝗧𝗒𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—¦π—œπ—‘π—š 𝗦𝗬𝗠𝗣𝗧𝗒𝗠𝗦 𝗔𝗑𝗗 π—™π—œπ—‘π—— π—§π—›π—˜ π—–π—”π—¨π—¦π—˜Most patients I see have been chasing symptoms for years. Back pain treated with...
08/31/2026

𝗦𝗧𝗒𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—¦π—œπ—‘π—š 𝗦𝗬𝗠𝗣𝗧𝗒𝗠𝗦 𝗔𝗑𝗗 π—™π—œπ—‘π—— π—§π—›π—˜ π—–π—”π—¨π—¦π—˜

Most patients I see have been chasing symptoms for years. Back pain treated with injections. Joint pain managed with anti-inflammatories and organ dysfunction. None of it works long-term because none of it addresses the root.

Research confirms that chronic pain involves systemic inflammatory pathways deeply connected to nutritional status, organ function, and nervous system integrity. Magnesium deficiency alone has been linked to heightened pain sensitivity and spinal nerve irritation. The liver, adrenal glands, and gut each play measurable roles in how your body processes and amplifies pain signals.

The Triune of Health framework I have used for decades treats the chemical, physical, and mental-emotional sides together. That is where real resolution begins. Your body knows how to heal. It needs the right environment to do it. Individual results vary.

π—¦π—£π—˜π—‘π—— π—§π—œπ— π—˜ π—ͺπ—œπ—§π—› 𝗑𝗔𝗧𝗨π—₯π—˜Spending time outdoors is a simple habit that may benefit both physical and mental health. Studies...
08/30/2026

π—¦π—£π—˜π—‘π—— π—§π—œπ— π—˜ π—ͺπ—œπ—§π—› 𝗑𝗔𝗧𝗨π—₯π—˜

Spending time outdoors is a simple habit that may benefit both physical and mental health. Studies have found that spending time in natural environments can help reduce stress and support overall well-being, with some research reporting improvements in cortisol levels, mood, and perceived stress after time spent in nature.

A simple habit to consider:

🌿 Spend about 20 minutes outdoors when possible.
πŸ“΅ Minimize distractions by setting aside your phone or other devices.
🚢 Walk, sit quietly, or simply enjoy your surroundings.
πŸ“… Practice this consistently as part of your daily routine.

While time in nature can be beneficial, research indicates that persistent pain is usually influenced by multiple factors. Nutrition, physical function, sleep, stress, underlying medical conditions, and other lifestyle factors can all contribute to the experience of chronic pain.

If persistent pain is affecting your quality of life, the scientific literature supports a comprehensive, individualized approach that considers multiple contributing factors alongside appropriate medical evaluation and treatment. Individual results vary.

Learn more through the link in our bio.

08/29/2026

π—ͺπ—›π—˜π—₯π—˜ 𝗬𝗒𝗨 π—Ÿπ—œπ—©π—˜ 𝗖𝗔𝗑 π—£π—Ÿπ—”π—¬ 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗒𝗖 π—ͺπ—œπ—§π—› 𝗬𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›

Urban environments expose you to a daily chemical assault that most doctors never test for. πŸŒ† Air pollution, heavy metals in water, electromagnetic frequencies, processed food access, noise stress, and concrete-bound living strip your body of critical minerals like magnesium, zinc, and B vitamins - the exact nutrients your nervous system, spinal discs, and organ function depend on. A study confirmed that urban particulate matter directly elevates systemic inflammation markers linked to chronic musculoskeletal pain. πŸ”¬ Here is what is really happening: the chemical side of your health triune is under constant siege. When that 33% collapses, it drags your physical and mental-emotional health down with it. Your pain, fatigue, and organ symptoms are not random. They are your body signaling a root cause that the city itself is fueling. Your body can heal - but first you have to identify what is attacking it. πŸ’‘ Individual results vary.

𝗙𝗒𝗒𝗗 π—£π—Ÿπ—”π—¬π—¦ 𝗔𝗑 π—œπ— π—£π—’π—₯𝗧𝗔𝗑𝗧 π—₯π—’π—Ÿπ—˜ π—œπ—‘ π—’π—©π—˜π—₯π—”π—Ÿπ—Ÿ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›The foods we eat provide the nutrients our bodies need to support normal f...
08/28/2026

𝗙𝗒𝗒𝗗 π—£π—Ÿπ—”π—¬π—¦ 𝗔𝗑 π—œπ— π—£π—’π—₯𝗧𝗔𝗑𝗧 π—₯π—’π—Ÿπ—˜ π—œπ—‘ π—’π—©π—˜π—₯π—”π—Ÿπ—Ÿ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›

The foods we eat provide the nutrients our bodies need to support normal function. Studies have found that long-term dietary patterns can influence inflammation, cardiovascular health, metabolic health, and overall well-being.

Foods commonly included in healthy eating patterns include:

πŸ₯— Fatty fish such as salmon
πŸ«’ Extra virgin olive oil
🌿 Herbs and spices like turmeric and ginger
πŸ₯¬ Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and arugula
🫐 Berries
🌰 Nuts such as walnuts
🍡 Green tea
🍠 Sweet potatoes

Research also confirms that elevated C-reactive protein - a key inflammation marker - is directly modulated by dietary pattern. Your body is built to heal itself when you stop loading it with inflammatory triggers. Save this list before your next grocery run. πŸ’Š Share this with someone who is still blaming their pain on age. Individual results vary.

𝗗𝗒 𝗬𝗒𝗨 π—ͺ𝗔𝗑𝗧 𝗧𝗒 π—”π—šπ—˜ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›π—¬ 𝗔𝗑𝗗 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬Healthy aging is not only about lifespan. It is also about maintaining function, mob...
08/27/2026

𝗗𝗒 𝗬𝗒𝗨 π—ͺ𝗔𝗑𝗧 𝗧𝗒 π—”π—šπ—˜ π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›π—¬ 𝗔𝗑𝗗 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬

Healthy aging is not only about lifespan. It is also about maintaining function, mobility, independence, and quality of life.

Research indicates that healthy aging is influenced by a combination of biological, lifestyle, environmental, and genetic factors. Nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, and preventive healthcare all play important roles in supporting long-term health.

One way to understand these influences is through the Triune of Health: Chemical, Physical, and Mental-Emotional health. Evidence suggests that these interconnected areas work together to influence overall well-being, and changes in one area can affect the others.

Clinical research has shown that biomarkers such as inflammatory markers (including C-reactive protein when clinically appropriate), along with other health assessments, can provide valuable information about overall health. These measures should always be interpreted in the context of an individual's medical history and by qualified healthcare professionals.

Rather than focusing on a single factor, the scientific literature supports a comprehensive, individualized approach that combines healthy lifestyle practices with appropriate medical evaluation and treatment to help support healthy aging and long-term well-being. Individual results vary.

π—§π—›π—˜ 𝗧π—₯π—œπ—¨π—‘π—˜ 𝗒𝗙 π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›                                                                                                    ...
08/26/2026

π—§π—›π—˜ 𝗧π—₯π—œπ—¨π—‘π—˜ 𝗒𝗙 π—›π—˜π—”π—Ÿπ—§π—›
Persistent pain is often influenced by many factors that build up over time. Studies have found that daily habits related to hydration, movement, nutrition, stress management, and sleep can all contribute to overall health and the experience of chronic pain.

Consider these healthy routines throughout the day:

πŸ’§ Start the day well hydrated.
🚢 Incorporate regular movement, especially if you spend long periods sitting.
🧘 Take short breaks to manage stress and reset during the day.
πŸ₯— Choose balanced meals and snacks that support steady energy levels.
πŸŒ™ Prioritize a consistent sleep routine to support recovery and well-being.

One way to think about these habits is through the Triune of Health: Chemical, Physical, and Mental-Emotional health. Evidence suggests that supporting all three areas may contribute to greater resilience and overall well-being.

Save this post and see which of these habits you can incorporate into your day. Small, consistent changes can add up over time. Individual results vary.

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