Being a patient in my direct primary care (DPC) practice is a markedly different experience compared to traditional healthcare settings. ...

Dumping bad habits can be a challenging but a life changing, rewarding process. There are however some well proven pathways you can take...

While Spring is a great time to get outdoors and engage in physical activities, this is also where many of us can into trouble with...

This is a fantastic time to embrace the outdoors and infuse your fitness routine with a breath of fresh air. Remember these are just...

Infrared therapy, including hand held and full-body infrared treatment, used for years in our practice...

Plant-based diet athletes are athletes who follow a diet like I frequently discuss primarily composed of foods derived from plants, such...

Yes, adopting a plant-based diets has been associated with a reduced risk of heart disease in research, and clinical experience over...

Coconut milk yogurt is a dairy-free alternative to traditional yogurt made from cow's milk. It is typically produced by fermenting...

Whole oranges are a nutrient powerhouse due to their rich nutritional profile. Today, I am reviewing some key health benefits.

Some over-the-counter (OTC) medications can affect heart health. This article is not personal medical advice however will provide you...

Heart disease is an entire constellation of medical issues and this is not meant to oversimplify. It is however a complex condition...

"Why don't you accept my insurance Dr. Hayes? What is DPC (Direct Primary Care)?" This is a question I get every day. The biggest reason...

Exposure to natural light first thing in the morning, also known as "first exposure to natural light in the morning," which I call...

So much has been written about the impact of our metabolism or our ability to utilize energy efficiently in all cells of the body and its...

Let's talk today about some general advice for preventing respiratory infections which can really ramp up in late Fall through much of...

Both mineral-based and chemical-based sunscreen choices are available but they have diverse definitions and work in particular ways. ...

Man can January be challenging! But not in our Practice where it is Radiant Health Month! We have dedicated some extra time and help the...

Out-of-pocket expenses for insurance based primary care in the USA can vary widely. So often however these are significantly higher than...

Ours is not a cookie-cutter corporate medicine practice. Most patients choose to visit us regularly to check-in and stay healthy!

"Dr Hayes can I get virtual visits as part of my care with you?" Yes you can! We do virtual visits AKA #telehealth all across the state...