Nutrition Program

Science Based Wellness Program for Patients Located Throughout the U.S.A.

Virtual Nutrition Consultations Available Over Zoom

What the Program Includes:

  • Up to 184 extensive tests (LabCorp) with “optimal” (not just “clinical”) values interpreted by Dr. Nickels
  • Heavy metal tests (includes 17 elements such as mercury, lead, aluminum, etc., and 26 minerals)
  • Rule out serious infection, possible kidney and liver disease, diabetes, etc.
  • Body fat percent analysis
  • BMI (Body Mass Index)
  • Lean body mass (percent of muscle vs. fat and what optimal values should be
  • Fecal Occult Blood Test (FOBT) - to evaluate the presence of blood leakage in the GI tract that is not visible to the naked eye
  • One-on-one personal and confidential consultation (1st visit and follow-up) with Dr. Nickels
  • Written report, interpretations, analysis, and “The Plan” by Dr. Nickels
  • Diet diary and toxic evaluation (to determine the need for detoxification and liver purification)
  • Medication and nutrient-drug depletion evaluations. (Physician’s Desk Reference)
  • Risk ratios for cardiovascular disease
Nutritional Blood Analysis Table — Ponte Vedra Beach, FL — Science Based Wellness & Chiropractic

Additional Tests That Are Not Initially Included, but May Be Ordered As Needed:

  • Cancer marker tests (can detect cancer BEFORE it manifests itself with symptoms)
  • Urinary Estronex test (accurate risk assessment for breast cancer)
  • Saliva hormone tests
  • Single blood tests as needed
  • Genomics (gene tests that provide a genetic profile to determine inherited risks for common diseases)

The Tests We Provide Are the “Gold Standard” and Are Accepted:

  • Legally
  • Medically
  • Scientifically
  • Publicly

How Long Does It Take?

  • Allow approximately 60 minutes for the initial visit.
  • Allow two weeks for test results.
  • In 2 weeks, a follow-up visit will be made with Dr. Nickels to discuss the report of findings (approx. 60 min appointment). Our office will call you when your report is ready.
Doctor Consultation — Ponte Vedra Beach, FL — Science Based Wellness & Chiropractic

Initial Evaluation Will Include:

  • An extensive review of your medical, nutrition, lifestyle history, eating habits, and exercise
  • Discussion of your health and fitness goals
  • Body composition measurement (body fat and muscle)
  • Recommendations for specialized lab testing
  • Supplement recommendations
  • Diet and lifestyle recommendations

Before your appointment, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire sent to your email. We ask that you complete this before your appointment so that Dr. Nickels has adequate time to prepare for your evaluation.


We are proud to offer the highest level of nutritional analysis available using the latest diagnostic testing.


Our science-based reports will reveal nutritional deficiencies, illness, or tendencies toward disease even before symptoms have appeared. This valuable information allows us to make specific dietary, supplemental, and lifestyle recommendations and monitor your progress through re-testing.

How Much Does It Cost?

Our program includes tests that are designed to evaluate and prevent health problems as well as improve your current health conditions. Health insurance companies typically do not offer or cover benefits or services that PREVENT disease. We will provide receipts that you may use for tax purposes or HSA accounts.


We accept cash, checks, and major credit cards.


See the price list for available package plans and a la carte pricing.

Why We Do Not Accept Medical Insurance

When medical practices bill health insurance companies, the doctors are required to become participating providers. The doctors are required to sign a contract that allows the insurance company to determine which services they will and will not provide and how much they can charge for those services. In general, insurance companies are not focused on wellness or preventive services. They are heavily invested in the conventional model of healthcare that often relies on drugs, invasive procedures, and surgeries. As a Science Based Wellness physician, I am committed to the prevention, wellness, and natural solutions to illness and disease.


A participating medical practice must agree to accept the fees the insurance company establishes, regardless of whether the fees are reasonable to that practice. In general, these fees cover the cost of minimal, low-quality care. 


Most doctors and clinics cope with the requirements of being participating providers by keeping office visits very brief so they can see as many patients as possible within a given time frame. Ironically, some of my patients complain about their extremely brief and unsatisfactory office visits at other medical practices. As a physician who practices alternative medicine, I am extremely passionate about what I do. My goal is to provide my patients with the highest quality natural healthcare available. 


Unfortunately, I have found that I cannot be a participating provider in the insurance networks to be able to provide the time-intensive and well-researched care that I provide.


Note: I do not profit from the sale of laboratory testing. My patients pay me for my time, expertise, and the results I help them achieve.

Final Note

When you follow Dr. Nickels’ customized recommendations As directed, you will achieve the best results!


Be patient and give yourself at least three months! Just as my services are unique, my financial policies differ from those of traditional healthcare. The information provided is an explanation of my policies:

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