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!

Medical illustration of the stomach, esophagus, liver, gallbladder, and digestive system in relation to acid reflux.

Acid Reflux: Why Reducing Stomach Acid May Not Fix the Problem

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Acid Reflux: Why Reducing Stomach Acid May Not Fix the Problem What if your acid reflux isn't caused by too much stomach acid, but by a digestive system that isn't functioning properly? If you experience heartburn, acid reflux, or GERD, you've probably been told that stomach acid is the problem. The usual solution is a medication that reduces acid production,…
Woman enjoying morning sunlight overlooking a peaceful landscape, illustrating the benefits of natural light for circadian rhythms, energy, and sleep.

Your Body Runs on Sunlight: How Morning Light Can Support Your Energy, Hormones, and Metabolism

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Prefer watching instead of reading? Watch Dr. Scott's video explanation at the end of this article. Your Body Runs on Sunlight: How Morning Light Can Support Your Energy, Hormones, and Metabolism What if one of the simplest ways to support your energy, sleep, and overall health was waiting right outside your front door every morning? Most of us know that…
Woman enjoying a peaceful afternoon nap, illustrating the benefits of napping for brain health, memory, and recovery.

The Power of Napping: How Daytime Sleep Can Protect Your Brain and Improve Your Health

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Could a short afternoon nap help protect your brain? Research suggests daytime sleep can improve memory, learning, creativity, and alertness. Discover what the science reveals about napping, brain aging, and the ideal nap duration.
Hand sprinkling natural sea salt over a nutrient-dense whole-food meal.

Salt Is Not the Enemy: The Problem With Automatic Salt Restriction

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“Salt causes high blood pressure.” That statement has been repeated so often that most people accept it as a universal truth. It is not. Salt can raise blood pressure in people who are salt-sensitive. But people do not all respond to sodium in the same way. Some experience a meaningful change, many experience only a small change, and others experience…