Better Lifestyle, Better Life.

What does “better health?” mean to you?

✔ Having more energy

✔ Feeling more vital

✔ Losing weight

✔ Managing stress

✔ Sleeping better

✔ More confidence

✔ Mental clarity

✔ Feeling motivated

✔ Increased libido

✔ Better brain function

✔ A calm, positive mood

✔ Less aches and pains

✔ Having greater control over my health and wellbeing

Caring for the Body members have access to a comprehensive, physician-led, lifestyle medicine program called FirstLine Therapy® to help our patients achieve their health goals.

Reach out to our patient care coordinator by email at help@caringforthebody.org to inquire about our lifestyle medicine program. 

 

 

FirstLine Therapy® is not just a weight loss program

FirstLine Therapy® can be beneficial for anyone with a chronic health concern, especially those affected by inflammatory conditions.

Most programs are focused on weight while FirstLine Therapy® is best used as a first line treatment for common, chronic health problems, including:

• High Cholesterol
• Hypertension
• Insulin Resistance
• Type II Diabetes Mellitus
• Heart Disease
• Overweight/Obesity
• Loss of Muscle Mass (Sarcopenia)
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)

The FirstLine Therapy® eating plan is different

Most weight loss programs focus on a low calorie, low fat diet or other fad diets, while FirstLine Therapy® emphasizes the importance of a balanced, nutrient dense, low-glycemic eating plan that is consistent with current research.

FirstLine Therapy® is a 12-week Therapeutic Lifestyle Change Program for Optimizing Body Composition (a.k.a. Losing Unwanted Body Fat & Building Lean Muscle Mass)

Here’s what our program includes: 

Functional Medicine Assessment & Treatment Program (One on one medical consultations with Cynthia Libert, M.D.)

• Initial consultation with complete physical exam, biometrics and diagnostic testing – 45 minutes
• Review of diagnostic testing – personalized functional medicine treatment plan including nutritional product and medical food recommendations if indicated – 30 minutes
• Midway follow up progress consultation  – 30 minutes
• Wrap up consultation at program completion – 45 minutes

Biometrics (Key physical measurements)

• Height & Weight
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Waist to Hip Ratio
• Blood Pressure
• Grip Strength
• Oxygen Saturation (SpO2)

Ordering & Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests* (Heart Health, Liver Health, Kidney Health, Bone Health & Health Risks)

• Complete Blood Count (CBC Test)
• Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
• Cholesterol Panel
• Urinalysis
• Hemoglobin A1c Test
• Inflammation Marker (hsCRP Test)
• Vitamin D
• Additional Labs if indicated

*Please note that the cost of the lab tests are not included in the program fee. The labs can be submitted to your health insurance company for possible payment. We have discounted self-pay rates for patients without health insurance or for those with a high deductible plan who desire to pay a discounted rate. 

Comprehensive Health Coaching Program

Here’s what the Health Coaching Program includes:

• Initial Health Coaching Consultation with a Certified Holistic Health Coach – 90 minutes with one of our coaches via secure video conferencing to review extensive intake questionnaires, dietary log and to customize a lifestyle plan (e.g. nutrition, sleep, movement and stress management) so that you can achieve your health goals.
• Therapeutic Dietary Program prescribed by Dr. Libert to address your underlying medical conditions and risk factors – comprehensive guide book, recipes and shopping lists shared electronically on your secure patient portal.
• E-mail access to your health coach. Your program fee includes up to 75 minutes of additional, optional coaching phone calls or e-mail communications with your health coach, in between sessions, for the duration of your program for the purpose of plan clarification and troubleshooting if needed.
• Five follow-up, 50 minute health coaching sessions at 2, 4, 6, 9 and 12 weeks.

Program Investment

FirstLine Therapy® is included in our Functional Medicine Treatment Program at no additional charge. 

Established patients who are not currently enrolled in a treatment program can access FirstLine Therapy® for $2,659 (Payment Plan Available).

Reach out to our patient care coordinator by email at help@caringforthebody.org to inquire about our FirstLine Therapy® program.