Total Health Center

05/26/2026

Most people think sunscreen makes long sun exposure safe.

But preventing a sunburn does NOT necessarily mean preventing all sun damage.

In my newest video, I break down:

☀ The difference between UVA and UVB
☀ Why sunscreen can create a false sense of security
☀ The truth about SPF marketing
☀ Concerns about some chemical sunscreen ingredients
☀ Smarter ways to protect your skin naturally

Sunlight isn’t the enemy—but overexposure and false confidence can be.

Watch the new video here: https://totalhealthcentervb.com/the-sunscreen-myth-safe-sun-protection/

Think sunscreen makes long sun exposure safe? Learn the truth about UVA vs UVB, chemical sunscreen concerns, and smarter functional medicine approaches to sun protection.

05/23/2026

What if one of the biggest nutrition myths of the last 50 years was the idea that butter is dangerous… but industrial vegetable oils are heart healthy?

In this new video, I break down the science behind seed oils, linoleic acid, inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, and why the conversation around saturated fat may be far more nuanced than most people realize.

If you struggle with inflammation, fatigue, stubborn weight gain, insulin resistance, or metabolic health issues, this is worth watching.

Watch here: https://totalhealthcentervb.com/seed-oils-inflammation-linoleic-acid-metabolic-health/

– Dr. Mark Scott
Total Health Center

Could the fats marketed as “heart healthy” be contributing to inflammation and metabolic dysfunction? Learn what science says about seed oils, linoleic acid, omega-6 fats, and healthier alternatives.

05/19/2026

Struggling with poor sleep, low energy, inflammation, or feeling like your body just isn’t recovering the way it used to?

A simple amino acid called glycine may be one of the most overlooked nutrients in health care.

Research suggests glycine may help support:

✅ Better sleep
✅ Liver detoxification
✅ Glutathione production (your body’s master antioxidant)
✅ Collagen, joints, and gut health
✅ Healthy aging and recovery

In this short new video, Dr. Mark Scott explains why glycine may be worth paying attention to if you’re looking for natural ways to optimize your health.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/Y8rem9MLwC8

📖 Read the full article here:

Discover why glycine may be one of the most underrated nutrients in...

05/19/2026

Struggling with poor sleep, low energy, inflammation, or feeling like your body just isn’t recovering the way it used to?

A simple amino acid called glycine may be one of the most overlooked nutrients in health care.

Research suggests glycine may help support:

✅ Better sleep
✅ Liver detoxification
✅ Glutathione production (your body’s master antioxidant)
✅ Collagen, joints, and gut health
✅ Healthy aging and recovery

In this short new video, Dr. Mark Scott explains why glycine may be worth paying attention to if you’re looking for natural ways to optimize your health.

📖 Read the full article here:

Have you ever tried glycine?
https://totalhealthcentervb.com/glycine-benefits-sleep-detox-aging/

Discover how glycine may improve sleep, support detoxification, boost glutathione, aid collagen repair, and promote healthy aging naturally. Learn more from Total Health Center Virginia Beach.

05/13/2026

ALWAYS TIRED? It may not be “just getting older.”
If you're dealing with chronic fatigue, brain fog, low motivation, or that frustrating feeling that your energy never fully comes back… there may be a deeper reason.
New research shows that simple but powerful strategies like light therapy, gentle movement, and nervous system retraining may help restore energy naturally.
In this new video, I break down 3 science-backed discoveries that may help explain why fatigue gets “stuck” and what you can start doing about it.
If your labs are “normal” but you still feel exhausted, this is especially for you.
🎥 Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/rJ5f-ayHv2Q
If you’re ready to uncover the root cause of your fatigue, we may be able to help.
📍 Total Health Center – Virginia Beach
📞 Call us at (757) 363-8571

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Are you constantly tired, drained, or struggling with chronic fatigue?New research is giving us real answers—and hope.In this video, Dr. Scott from Total Hea...

05/12/2026

Could This “Sugar” Actually Help Your Insulin? 🤯
Most people assume all sugar is bad for blood sugar and insulin resistance… but what if that’s not the whole story?

Blackstrap molasses is very different from refined sugar. It contains minerals, antioxidants, and emerging research suggests it may affect insulin demand differently when used strategically.

In this article/video, I break down:
✅ How insulin resistance really works
✅ Why oxidative stress matters
✅ The surprising differences between blackstrap molasses and table sugar
✅ Why “not all sweeteners are created equal”

If you struggle with:
⚠ stubborn weight gain
⚠ prediabetes
⚠ blood sugar swings
⚠ fatigue after meals
⚠ metabolic issues

…it may be time to look deeper at the root cause.

📍 Total Health Center – Virginia Beach
📞 Call (757) 363-8571 to schedule a consultation

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04/24/2026

Bloating Every Day? This Is NOT Normal…
f you wake up with a flat stomach…
but by the end of the day you look bloated and uncomfortable—
👉 that’s not “just digestion”
👉 and it’s definitely not something you should ignore
Most people are told:
“It’s just IBS”
“Take a probiotic”
“Try cutting foods”
But that’s not getting to the real cause.
In this video, I break down:
✔️ Why bloating actually happens
✔️ The most common hidden causes (including SIBO)
✔️ Why it’s often missed in traditional care
✔️ What you can do to fix it naturally
Your body is giving you signals—this is one of them.
👉 Watch the video to understand what’s really going on

Why Am I Bloated All the Time? (Hidden Causes Your Doctor Misses)

04/21/2026

👉 It’s NOT Your Gut… It Might Be Your Gallbladder
Bloating… nausea… feeling heavy after eating…
Most people think it’s a gut issue.
But one of the most overlooked causes is your gallbladder.
If bile isn’t flowing properly, your body can’t digest fats, absorb nutrients, or keep your gut balanced—no matter how “clean” your diet is.
👉 This is why so many people don’t get better.
Watch this video to understand what’s really going on—and what to do about it.
📞 Call (757) 363-8571 to schedule your consultation
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Read the full blog post here;

Struggling with bloating, nausea, or poor digestion? Learn how gallbladder dysfunction and poor bile flow impact gut health, hormones, and nutrient absorption.

04/21/2026

👉 It’s NOT Your Gut… It Might Be Your Gallbladder
Bloating… nausea… feeling heavy after eating…
Most people think it’s a gut issue.
But one of the most overlooked causes is your gallbladder.
If bile isn’t flowing properly, your body can’t digest fats, absorb nutrients, or keep your gut balanced—no matter how “clean” your diet is.
👉 This is why so many people don’t get better.
Watch this video to understand what’s really going on—and what to do about it.
📞 Call (757) 363-8571 to schedule your consultation
🌐 https://totalhealthcentervb.com/

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