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Managing stress effectively is crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, chronic stress has become a common issue that can have profound negative impacts on both physical and mental health. However, adopting effective stress management techniques can lead to numerous health benefits, including improved cardiovascular health, enhanced immune function, better mental […]

Balancing macronutrients—carbohydrates, proteins, and fats—is important for achieving optimal nutrition and overall health. Each macronutrient serves distinct and essential roles in the body, and understanding how to balance them can enhance physical performance, mental clarity, weight management, and chronic disease prevention. Ensuring an appropriate balance of these nutrients is fundamental to maintaining energy levels, supporting […]

Exercise is an essential component of maintaining optimal health and well-being. Regular physical activity is crucial for improving metabolic health, preventing chronic diseases, optimizing cognitive function, and promoting overall longevity. It has numerous benefits, impacting many different systems and markers of health, and nothing can replace the positive benefits that regular exercise gives to those […]

Integrative medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that combines conventional medical treatments with complementary and alternative therapies to address the physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual aspects of health. This approach recognizes that true healing involves more than just treating symptoms; it requires a comprehensive understanding of the individual and the various factors influencing […]

In today’s healthcare landscape, patients are seeking more personalized and comprehensive care that goes beyond the traditional model. While the most common alternative model is concierge medicine, what we offer is a membership-based, integrative primary care practice. While both models offer enhanced patient experiences compared to standard medical practices, our membership-based integrative medicine primary care […]

Dear Valued Members, We hope this message finds you well. We are writing to inform you of an important update regarding our medical marijuana (MMJ) consultation services at our practice. Effective Monday, June 17th, 2024, we will transition to a cash price model for these services. This change follows Florida law, which prohibits us from […]

As part of our ongoing commitment to expanding our primary care team and providing our patients with comprehensive integrative care, we are delighted to welcome Dr. Yasmany Dominguez, DO, aka “Dr. Yaz,” to the Wellness First family. Raised here in Jupiter, FL, Dr. Dominguez brings a unique blend of compassion, expertise, and hometown dedication to […]

 IV Methylene Blue We are thrilled to share some exciting news with you – the introduction of a new and innovative service at our Wellness First Plus Center: IV Methylene Blue. What is Methylene Blue? Methylene Blue has been used for decades in various medical applications. It has gained rapid attention for its therapeutic effects […]

As part of our commitment to expanding our primary care team, we are thrilled to welcome George Christakis, DO, to the Wellness First family. Dr. Christakis earned his BA and MFA at Florida Atlantic University where he subsequently taught English as a faculty member. Inspired by three generations of physicians in his family, he realized […]

IV Nutrient Therapy: What it is and how it Works. Intravenous (IV) nutrient therapy is a popular health trend that involves the administration of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and other micronutrients directly into the bloodstream. This method of delivery allows for almost immediate absorption of nutrients by the body, making it an effective way to […]

The Journal Time restricted eating (TRE) is a pattern of eating that limits caloric intake to a reduced period of time within the 24 hour cycle.  The standard American diet often stretches from breakfast through a post-dinner snack leaving a “fasting” period through the night of 8-10 hours.    We were taught that “breakfast was the […]

There is currently a resurgence of COVID-19 throughout the United States.  Understanding that many of you are anxious and uncertain about COVID-19 facts and information, our goal is to address some of your key and frequently asked questions here on The Journal. DOES WELLNESS FIRST PREFER ONE VACCINE OVER ANOTHER? Wellness First does not have […]