Dr. Mark A. Scott, Founder of Total Health Center, Expert in Functional Medicine

Mark A. Scott, D.C.,C.N.S.,C.F.M.P. has been in the healthcare field since 1996. He is the founder of the Total Health Center, a Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner and Board Certified in Integrative Medicine. He has been described as enthusiastic, energetic, motivational, inspiring, and informative. He listens and answers questions; contributes information; and is genuinely concerned with each patients recovery and  health. He loves what he does and  it shows.

As a healthcare practitioner, author, lecturer and perpetual seeker of knowledge, Dr. Scott is well respected and looked to as an expert in the natural health care field. In addition, he has given hundreds of health care seminars. He is enthusiastic about talking to people. His mission is getting people better and keeping them healthy.

With my service oriented staff and the right treatment, I can help you. Please contact me today to schedule your appointment!

Can Blackstrap Molasses Help Lower Insulin Resistance? The Surprising Science Behind This Old-School Sweetener

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Can Blackstrap Molasses Help Lower Insulin Resistance? The Surprising Science Behind This Old-School Sweetener Not all sweeteners affect metabolism the same way—blackstrap molasses contains minerals and antioxidants that refined sugar lacks. Most people assume that all sweeteners are bad—especially if you’re dealing with insulin resistance, stubborn weight gain, prediabetes, or metabolic dysfunction. And to be fair, most sweeteners do make…
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Why Am I Bloated All the Time? 7 Root Causes Most Doctors Miss

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If You’re Bloated Every Day, It’s Not “Normal” Bloating isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s a sign your digestive system is not functioning properly. 7 Common Root Causes of Bloating 1. SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) One of the most common causes 👉 Learn more about SIBO here: 2. Poor Digestion / Low Stomach Acid 3. Food Sensitivities 4. Gut Dysbiosis 5. Parasites…
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Bloating After Eating: What It Means and How to Fix It

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Do You Feel Bloated Immediately After Meals? Bloating is often caused by underlying issues like SIBO, poor digestion, or microbiome imbalance. This is a key clue. 👉 Timing matters. What Bloating After Eating Often Means 🔹 Early bloating (right after eating) Low stomach acid Enzyme deficiency 🔹 Delayed bloating (1–3 hours later)   Bloating after meals can be a key…
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SIBO and Bloating: The Hidden Cause Most People Miss

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If You’re Bloated All the Time, This Could Be the Missing Piece SIBO is one of the most overlooked causes of chronic bloating. What Is SIBO? Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth= bacteria in the wrong place Why It Causes Bloating In SIBO, bacteria ferment carbohydrates in the small intestine, producing gas that leads to bloating and abdominal pressure. Bacteria ferment carbohydrates…