12-Week Lifestyle Medicine Program
First Line Therapy
First Line Therapy is a comprehensive lifestyle medicine program designed to address the root causes of chronic health conditions through therapeutic lifestyle changes, personalized nutrition, and ongoing support.
Unlike quick-fix diets or temporary solutions, First Line Therapy creates lasting change by working with your body's natural ability to heal and thrive. This science-based program has helped thousands achieve sustainable improvements in weight, energy, and overall health.
Your journey to better health starts here.
What is First Line Therapy?
First Line Therapy is a clinically-proven lifestyle medicine program that uses therapeutic lifestyle changes as the “first line” of treatment—before resorting to medications or invasive procedures.
Why “First Line” Therapy?
In medicine, “first line” treatment refers to the initial approach recommended before trying other options. First Line Therapy puts lifestyle changes first—recognizing that how you eat, move, and live has a profound impact on chronic conditions. Research shows therapeutic lifestyle changes can be as effective as medication for many conditions, without the side effects.
Personalized Nutrition
Customized eating plans based on your unique metabolism, health goals, and food preferences—not one-size-fits-all diets.
Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes
Evidence-based modifications to daily habits that address the root causes of chronic conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and obesity.
Ongoing Support & Accountability
Regular check-ins, body composition tracking, and guidance from healthcare professionals who understand your journey.
Medical-Grade Nutrition
Access to clinical-grade nutritional support from trusted brands like Metagenics, formulated to support your body's healing process.
Your 12-Week Transformation
First Line Therapy is structured to create lasting change. Regular BIA body composition testing tracks your progress and helps us adjust your plan for optimal results.
Program Timeline with BIA Testing
Why 6 BIA scans? Regular body composition testing allows us to track changes in fat mass, lean muscle, and hydration—giving you objective data on your progress and helping us fine-tune your program for the best results.
What's Included in Your Program
Ready to Learn More?
Contact us to discuss how First Line Therapy can help you achieve your health goals. We'll answer your questions and explain program details including investment options.
Who Benefits from First Line Therapy?
First Line Therapy helps a wide range of people—from those managing chronic conditions to athletes optimizing performance. Here's who sees the best results:
Weight Management
Those who have tried diets without lasting success. FLT addresses the underlying metabolic and lifestyle factors that make weight loss sustainable.
Cardiovascular Health
People with high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, or heart disease risk factors looking for lifestyle-based solutions.
Blood Sugar Concerns
Those with prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, or insulin resistance who want to improve metabolic health through nutrition and lifestyle.
Low Energy & Fatigue
Anyone struggling with chronic fatigue, brain fog, or feeling "off" despite normal lab results. FLT optimizes your body's energy systems.
Athletes & Active Individuals
Those looking to optimize body composition, improve performance, and fuel their training with precision nutrition.
Proactive Health Seekers
People who want to invest in their long-term health before problems develop—prevention through optimal nutrition and lifestyle.
Many patients discover First Line Therapy after a BIA body composition scan—a great starting point to understand where you are today.
Why Choose Total Health Systems for First Line Therapy?
First Line Therapy is available at many clinics, but at Total Health Systems, you get more than just a nutrition program—you get comprehensive, coordinated care from a team that truly understands integrative health.
Integrative Care Under One Roof
First Line Therapy works best when combined with other services. At THS, your FLT program integrates seamlessly with chiropractic care, physical therapy, functional medicine, and more.
Four Generations of Healthcare Excellence
The Gallagher family has been providing healthcare since 1926. That nearly century-long commitment to patient care shapes everything we do, including our FLT program.
Wellness Model, Not Sickness Model
We look at every part of your life—physical, emotional, social, environmental. First Line Therapy fits perfectly with our philosophy of treating the whole person, not just symptoms.
Experienced Healthcare Team
Our providers understand how nutrition, movement, and lifestyle interconnect. Your FLT journey is supported by professionals who see the bigger picture of your health.
“Treat the whole person, not just the symptoms.”
— Total Health Systems Philosophy
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Ready to Start Your Health Transformation?
First Line Therapy has helped thousands achieve lasting improvements in weight, energy, and overall health. Take the first step toward the healthier life you deserve.
Your First Step:
Schedule a consultation
Meet with our team to discuss your health history, goals, and whether FLT is right for you.
Get your baseline assessment
Complete your initial BIA body composition scan and health evaluation.
Begin your 12-week transformation
Start your personalized program with ongoing support and progress tracking.
Not sure if FLT is right for you? Start with a $50 BIA scan to see where you stand today.