Lifestyle medicine is the use of evidence-based lifestyle therapeutic intervention – including a whole-food, plant-predominant eating pattern, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances and positive social connection – as a primary intervention, delivered by clinicians trained and certified in this specialty to prevent, treat and often reverse chronic disease.
The rise in chronic disease and health care spending in the United States is astronomical. With 80% or more of all health care spending in the U.S. tied to treatment of conditions rooted in unhealthy lifestyle choices, lifestyle medicine offers hope as a solution. From the American College of Lifestyle Medicine
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The Gut Microbiome: Part 2 – The Leaky Gut
March 23, 2023
Leaky gut, also known as intestinal permeability, is a condition where the lining of the small intestine becomes damaged, allowing undigested food particles, toxins, and bacteria to leak through the intestinal wall and enter the bloodstream. In a healthy gut, the intestinal lining acts as a barrier, preventing these substances from passing through and entering
Understanding your Gut Microbiome
March 16, 2023
The gut microbiome refers to the collection of microorganisms that are in our human digestive tract. These microorganisms, which include bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microbes, play an important role in maintaining digestive health and overall wellness. No worries, while we typically hear “bacteria, virus, fungi” and thing bad invaders, there is also GOOD versions
Movement Snacks
March 2, 2023
In today’s world, it is easy to get caught up in our work or personal lives and forget about the importance of movement. However, taking very small and quick breaks to get up and move your body can have numerous benefits for your physical and mental health. One of the biggest benefits of moving your
Sitting Is The New Smoking
June 16, 2022
Diaphragmatic Breathing
June 13, 2022
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