Nutritional Analysis

Could your diet be killing you? Your diet might be one of your greatest health risks! While food is a source of energy, it is also vital for your mental and physical well-being. Optimal nutrition helps prevent and reduce many risk factors for disease. Heart attacks, strokes and cancer are the leading causes of death in this country, and it is estimated that 90% of these are preventable. According to the American Cancer Society, diet alone is responsible for at least one-third of all cancers.

The numbers for obesity in the U.S. are staggering! Two-thirds of Americans are overweight or obese—a risk factor that will soon surpass smoking as the leading preventable cause of death in this country. In 2005, life expectancy in the U.S. was 77.6 years, but as we continue to gain weight, this is likely to decline sharply in the future. The good news is that you still have the opportunity to improve your health, quality of life and longevity by making mindful choices about what you eat.

A new field of scientific research called nutrigenomics studies the complex interplay between diet and genes. Its primary goal is to develop dietary intervention strategies to prevent disease. Researchers have discovered that certain food chemicals can change the expression of genes and even alter the genome itself. Individual genetic makeup, combined with dietary choices, plays a significant role in the development of chronic disease. This also means that a one-size-fits-all diet is not effective for disease prevention.

At The Center for Anti-Aging and Metabolic Medicine, our goal is to evaluate all risk factors for disease, including nutrition, exercise, medical history and family history, to identify problem areas and prevent future disease. A specialized plan will be designed for each patient, and you will receive the tools and support you need for success. We look forward to helping you stay healthy and active throughout your life!

“After years (decades) of thinking I was healthy (read: macho American male), and frustration of bad hormone levels, I became a patient of Dr. Flowers. In my fourth month of treatment, my body chemistry is within normal ranges, I have lost over 30 lbs., I have noticeably more energy, and am motivated to exercise every day. I am excited to see what I can be after year under Dr. Flowers care.”

- Ron Fitzkee

“The Flowers group has been a life saver! They have helped me over come 7 years of illness in almost 4 months! So thankful for all of their knowledge and the compassion they have for their patients.”

- Sheridan Smith

“I’ve been seeing Dr. Flowers for about 9 months and I love the personal attention I get from him and the office staff! I am never rushed out nor have I ever had the “next” feeling you get with so many traditional Doctors’ offices these days. I love the more natural whole body approach to healing and would recommend him to anyone!”

- Deanna Reynolds

“Love the welcoming atmosphere created by the staff and Dr. Flowers.”

- SS

“They gave me hope that I would be overcoming my issues and feeling better soon.”

- BD

“I love the individual attention I received from Dr. Flowers and the time he allotted for my visit.”

- DD

“There is a lot of one on one time with both Doctor and Nurses and I feel that my concerns and comments are heard.”

- KH

“Liked the personal attention given by Misty and Dr. Flowers. I appreciated the hour block of time where I could sit down and really go over all the lab results and treatment plan. Never felt rushed.”

- JE