Nicholas J. Garcia, DO

03/27/2025

Today was my final day seeing patients—a day filled with bittersweet emotions. I am deeply grateful for the trust and support from my patients and the community, and I especially appreciate the outstanding dedication of my staff. I will miss you all dearly. Starting Tuesday, April 1st, Dr. Fignar will be taking over, and I’m confident you’re in excellent hands.
Thank you all for an incredible journey!
On to Wyoming!

01/06/2025

Private Qi Gong class from the author of "Shadows of Mawangdui"

Friday, January 10th at 2:00 at the OFFICE
All levels are invited and beginners are highly encouraged

Reservations are required so please PM me directly for more details or call the office at (941) 681-3333

10/21/2024

Please protect yourselves from anything soaked in water from the hurricanes and stay out of the ocean.

warning signs to look out for are any wound that has rapid redness, swelling or tenderness and expands out from the sore, especially if you see any blisters or get flu-like symptoms.

We're tracking a spike of cases in vibrio, a flesh-eating bacteria, after hurricanes Helene and Milton hit Southwest Florida.

10/07/2024

We're closing in a few hours to ride out this storm. If you're in evacuation zones A or B, please ensure you're safe!
Depending on power/damage, we'll try to be back in the office Friday morning/afternoon. If you need anything, please reach out.

EVACUATION ORDER: Lee County has issued a Mandatory Evacuation for Zones A and B. Shown below in Red and Orange. If you are in these zones, you must be out by Tuesday evening. Storm shelters will open up at 3 PM today.

You can zoom in to where you live here to see your specific zone: https://floridadisaster.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/lookup/index.html?appid=aa18a2d8737c4d66bb6434a09e17203a

09/24/2024

Please check to see if you need any refills and call ASAP. The office will be closed on Thursday and potentially Friday as well. Thank you and stay safe!

It's important to have enough of your prescriptions on hand in the event pharmacies are temporarily unavailable. Florida law permits a 30-day refill under specific conditions, such as being under a state of emergency. On September 23, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-208, declaring a state of emergency for a variety of counties including Charlotte County.

Check out the Florida Statute for more details on medication refills at https://tinyurl.com/k98etw8b .

09/19/2024

The Daily Habits Centenarians Share
What lifestyle habits do centenarians (those that live to be 100+) have in common? Research shows those living in five key regions across the globe are living longer, healthier lives than the rest of the population. How? The answer is less complicated than you might think. In fact, making simple shifts to your daily routine could have positive benefits for years to come.

Here are some easy ways to increase your lifespan:

What Are Some Tips To Age Gracefully? Longevity sites, are the areas in the world where people live longer, healthier lives than anywhere else. Research shows that globally, five regions boast the highest concentration of centenarians: Ikaria, Greece Okinawa, Japan Loma Linda, United States Nicoya,....

08/01/2024

The Chief Wellness Officer of Cleveland Clinic has a cellular age of 57.6 while his chronological age is 78.

Read on to see how and if you’re interested in trying ProLon, follow this link for discounts.
Prolonlife.com/DrGarcia

Dr. Michael Roizen, Chief Wellness Officer at the Cleveland Clinic, is now 78 years old but has a biological age of 57.6, making him 22 years younger biologically. He has shared a few dietary habits that help him remain biologically young, including following Professor Longo's Longevity Diet.
ℹ️ For more information. read the article at the following link:

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/78-year-old-doctor-reverses-age-by-22-years-with-these-simple-diet-habits/articleshow/112016262.cms #:~:text=Michael%20Roizen%2C%20who%20is%2078,helped%20him%20remain%20biologically%20young.

For more information and nutritional assistance, contact Create Cures Foundation at clinic@createcures.org

07/15/2024

I’m starting my FORTH round of ProLon today! Wish me luck!
I’m personally doing one round every 3-4 months.

A study by Prof. Longo's team, published in the scientific journal Nature Communications, examines how the fasting-mimicking diet reduces disease risk factors and biological age.

“This study shows for the first time evidence for biological age reduction from two different clinical trials, accompanied by evidence of rejuvenation of metabolic and immune function,” said Prof. Valter Longo (USC’s Professor in Gerontology and Biological Science and the senior author of the new study).

For more information. read the full article at the following link: https://www.geneonline.com/usc-led-study-reveals-benefits-of-fasting-mimicking-diet-in-reducing-disease-risk-and-slowing-aging/

For information and nutritional assistance contact the Create Cures Foundation at: clinic@createcures.org

05/15/2024

Here’s a very common complaint I’ve dealt with personally. Any questions?

05/13/2024

Research has shown than following a Mediterranean-style eating pattern can:
- Reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes
- Support Healthy Weight
- Support Blood Sugar
- Support Healthy Energy Levels
https://prolonlife.com/blogs/stories/how-the-fasting-mimicking-diet-surpasses-the-mediterranean-diet?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Mediterranean%20Diet%20Month%20%2801HXM4P15S7GR8VRE9QDR9RXJ4%29&utm_klaviyo_id=01HCZ8R62DNVYBXRDXYW30N2B2&_kx=CUWlmV7QvJe8L-OX78lqZFZoPBFWXYf8ddpmHo0536c.XqzShz

05/09/2024

For years, I’ve been encouraging my patients to choose whole foods. Ultra-processed foods like many brands of frozen pizza, sports drinks and breakfast cereals raise your risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cognitive decline. They’re also linked to cancer. Learn how ultra-processed foods increase your risk for cancer.

Ultra-processed foods, although more affordable than whole foods, may be linked to cancer. Prioritize your health by exploring this study by The Lancet.

04/19/2024

An excellent post from MDVIP