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What is FirstLine Therapy®?
FirstLine Therapy® is a comprehensive approach to helping people regain control of their health and get the most out of life. FirstLine Therapy® teaches us how and why to make healthy lifestyle choices each day.
What makes FirstLine Therapy® different from other programs?
While most programs focus on weight loss, FirstLine Therapy® emphasizes the importance of making lifestyle choices that make us feel our best and allow us to function without limitations, well into very old age. What’s more is that FirstLine Therapy® has been shown to be effective in controlled clinical trials. Most other programs have not.
How will I feel on FirstLine Therapy®?
Some people may experience headaches or tiredness at first, if they are not accustomed to eating the FirstLine Therapy® way. This typically only lasts a few days. After the first few days, most people report fewer or absent sugar cravings, more energy, their clothes are looser, and they generally feel better than they have in years.
High blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity all run in my family. Isn’t it inevitable that I will have these problems, too?
No. This is a common misconception. You may have been born with a genetic tendency toward these conditions, but recent scientific research has shown that making healthy lifestyle choices now can prevent or delay the emergence of these and other conditions.
What is included in the initial 12 week FirstLine Therapy® program?
Comprehensive, individual initial and follow up evaluations by Registered Nurse, including blood pressure, height, weight, waist and hip circumference, bioimpedance analysis (BIA), development of individualized meal plan, and lifestyle assessment and instruction for 12 weeks. (Once weekly for 4 weeks, then every other week for 8 weeks.)
Is the FirstLine Therapy® program expensive?
No. Program costs are about $3.66 per day, or about the cost of a cup of specialty coffee, based on a 12 week program.
In addition, you may have insurance benefits that cover part of the cost of the program.
What are the components of the FirstLine Therapy® program?
FirstLine Therapy® combines a balanced, Mediterranean-style meal plan, regular, moderate activity, stress reduction, and certain supplements.
Doesn’t FirstLine Therapy® include a restrictive meal plan?
Most people are pleasantly surprised at the amount, frequency, and variety of foods recommended on the plan. In many cases, it is more food than people have eaten in many years.
I’m not overweight or obese. Why should I consider FirstLine Therapy®?
The scale only tells a small part of the story of one’s health. Even if you’re not overweight or obese, you could still have a condition called “sarcopenic obesity”, which means too little muscle and too much fatty tissue. This condition is correlated with increased risk for chronic diseases and accelerated aging.
How do I get started with FirstLine Therapy®?
It just takes a phone call us at (512) 310-7665. We’ll be happy to answer any questions you might have. We’ll collect some information over the phone and set up your first appointment.
FirstLine Therapy® Therapeutic Lifestyle Program is not intended as medical advice. Its intent is solely informational and educational. Please consult a medical or health professional should the need for one be indicated.
FirstLine Therapy® is a registered trademark of Metagenics, Inc.
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