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Preventing, treating, managing and reversing chronic disease using evidence-based lifestyle medicine. Visit www.bslm.org.uk for more information.

Imagine a world free from an ever increasing burden of disease related to living an

unhealthy lifestyle; a world free from disease which is currently suppressing the wellbeing

of individuals, straining society healthcare systems and driving inequality. The current

management of lifestyle-related diseases is dominated by the use of pharmaceuticals, but

this approach does not tackle the root causes of such diseases. The British Society of

Lifestyle Medicine (BSLM) believes that using Lifestyle as Medicine is a more effective

and sustainable way of managing illness. Lifestyle Medicine is not only simple and cost-effective, it empowers individuals to take

their health into their own hands. BSLM is building a multidisciplinary network of

healthcare professionals who believe in re-energising the healthcare system and

reframing it away from disease towards health. We are a group who want to collaborate

by sharing our knowledge of using Lifestyle as Medicine to build a reliable, evidence-
informed resource which can help you and your patients to lead healthier lifestyles. BSLM

warmly invites you to join an energetic, resourceful and creative society and to be part of

a global alliance for sustainable healthy change. Let’s turn the tide of disease for the

greater good of our patients, our communities, ourselves and our planet.

15/11/2025

Why choose the Lifestyle Medicine Core Accreditation (LMCA)?

This month's highlight: Expand your patient care capabilities with practical, skills-based learning 💡

Additional benefits include:
- Flexible study options that work around your schedule
- Assessment-based learning, with no exam booking required
- Real-world case studies that enhance clinical problem-solving
- Versions tailored for Physicians, Healthcare Professionals, and Personal Development

Written by UK experts and peer-reviewed, LMCA is designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to deliver impactful, evidence-informed care 💡

If you’re ready to transform your approach to patient health and prevention, this is your next step.

Start your LMCA journey now:
https://bslm.org.uk/core-accreditation/

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14/11/2025

Here’s your November/December Save the Date update from us 📆

Most of the events listed are available on our Events page on our website. If you need more information or if an event isn’t listed, feel free to send us an email at office@bslm.org.uk!

- Voices of Lived Experience Recovery in Action webinar series:
https://bslm.org.uk/events/voices-of-lived-experience-recovery-in-action-webinar-series/

- Living Well Live:
https://overcomingms.org/live-well/events/living-well-live

- Lifestyle Medicine for Weight Management and GLP-1 Treatment Wraparound:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lifestyle-medicine-for-healthy-weight-managementglp1-treatment-wraparound-tickets-1539969152189?aff=oddtdtcreator

- Vice-President job opportunity deadline:
We are looking for experienced, long-standing members who are passionate about advancing Lifestyle Medicine and supporting the Society’s continued growth. The President is one of the main figureheads of the Society and we’re excited to share this opportunity to take over from our initial presidential team. As per current, the appointment will be for a two-year period, with the option of extending to a further two year maximum. Applicants must have held BSLM membership for at least five years and be endorsed by three current members. Full role details are available on the BSLM website or via this link:https://bslm.org.uk/promotions/. If you are interested in either position please send over a cover letter and copy of your CV to denise.laurie@bslm.org.uk

-2025 Global Forum:
https://www.sprink.co.uk/2025-global-forum/

- NNEdPro 11th International Summit:
https://www.nnedpro.org.uk/summit

We hope your November is off to a great start, and that your month is packed with exciting events and activities! 🙌

🌐 www.bslm.org.uk

13/11/2025

As we approach the end of 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reconnect and invest in your professional growth 💡

Whether you’re already part of the BSLM community or considering joining us, there has never been a better moment to explore the benefits of membership.

From free monthly webinars and exclusive courses to on-demand conference content, networking opportunities and career support, your BSLM membership helps you stay informed, inspired and connected within the growing Lifestyle Medicine movement.

Want to learn more about BSLM membership? Visit our website or click the link below to explore the benefits: https://bslm.org.uk/members/join/

Make sure you’re going into 2026 as part of a community that’s transforming healthcare through Lifestyle Medicine 🤝

12/11/2025

Speaker Announcement: Lifestyle Medicine for Healthy Weight Management and GLP-1 Treatment Wraparound 💡

We are pleased to announce the speakers for our upcoming study event, taking place at the Royal College of Physicians on 29th November 2025. This full-day programme offers 8 hours of CPD, with a recording available post-event.

Our expert speakers will explore how Lifestyle Medicine supports effective and sustainable weight management, both with and without GLP-1 treatment. The agenda includes sessions on evidence-based practice, behaviour change, physical activity, and the latest clinical guidance 💬

Learn more about each speaker and their talks on the agenda online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lifestyle-medicine-for-healthy-weight-managementglp1-treatment-wraparound-tickets-1539969152189?aff=oddtdtcreator

Register now to secure your place and gain valuable insights into weight management in clinical practice.

11/11/2025

As we head towards the end of the year, it’s a great time to reconnect and reflect on the power of community in Lifestyle Medicine 💡

It’s wonderful to see our South Scotland Regional Lead, Dr Suzy Scarlett, bringing people together for an in-person Lifestyle Medicine meeting at the University of Edinburgh!

The group explored key themes from this year’s conference, including GLP-1s and wrap-around care, food addiction, evolving risk factors in younger generations, and the four Cs: connection, community, collaboration and compassion 🤝

Looking ahead to 2026, why not start the year by bringing your local Lifestyle Medicine community together? Whether it’s a coffee catch-up, a walking meeting or a small event, every get-together helps keep the movement growing.

We’d love to see what’s happening in your area. Share your photos and updates with us at office@bslm.org.uk so we can spread the word and celebrate your work! 🌍

10/11/2025

Why we need Co-Enzyme Q10 🩷

John Woods, founder of shares how our cold milled Flaxseed, Almonds, Brazil Nuts, Walnuts & Co-Enzyme Q10 blend can help maintain your energy levels⚡💪

CoQ10 is an enzyme that naturally declines with age, so it's important to get it from your diet. This blend is a tasty way to support your CoQ10 needs as it naturally depletes 🌱

We want to advise our followers that we as a charity welcome membership from organisations aligned with our aims, and in line with strict ethical and sponsorship policies in order to provide funding sources to the charity 🤝

If you have a query around the subject matter we will happily discuss this with you, do drop us a DM or email: Office@bslm.org.uk 📧 as we want to make sure this content is a good fit for you 👥

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09/11/2025

Why choose the BSLM Core Accreditation? 🤔

Dr Deepak Ravindran explains that the Core Accreditation is the qualification you want if you are looking to learn the principles of lifestyle medicine in a practical, applicable way. It covers all the knowledge you need to support patients in implementing lifestyle changes, without the pressure of an exam.

Since launching in 2023 as part of the BSLM Learning Academy, the Core Accreditation has attracted close to 1,000 learners. The course has been recognised and adopted worldwide and recently received a Brandon Hall Gold Award for Best Certification Programme.

Take the next step in your professional development and learn how to integrate lifestyle medicine into patient care by enrolling in the Core Accreditation today 💡

Learn more on our website:https://bslm.org.uk/core-accreditation/

08/11/2025

Our Monthly Webinar is almost here! 🧬 📆

BSLM members can now register for our next webinar with Dr Sui Wong on "A Lifestyle Medicine Approach to Treating Migraines" and Dr Andrew Tressidor on "Insights for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People".

🗓 Tuesday 18th November
⏰ 7pm

Register via the link in our bio or below ⤵️
https://bslm.org.uk/events/webinars/

07/11/2025

Why do we need lifestyle medicine?💡

As Dr Sumi Baruah, GP and CEO of Culinary Medicine UK, explains, many chronic diseases are preventable. The choices we make every day, including what we eat, how we move, and how we connect with others, have a powerful influence on our health.

Training in lifestyle medicine equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to help patients make sustainable changes, improve wellbeing, and reduce the burden of chronic disease across communities.

Find out how you can get involved and learn more about lifestyle medicine at bslm.org.uk.

05/11/2025

Lifestyle Medicine has made an important leap forward in medical education with its formal recognition in the Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA) 🙌

The MLA is the new standardised assessment for all UK medical students, introduced by the General Medical Council (GMC). It ensures that every doctor graduating from a UK medical school meets a consistent level of knowledge, skills and professional values before joining the medical register.

The updated MLA now expects future doctors to consider social and lifestyle factors in patient care, review and safely reduce unnecessary medications, and create management plans that include lifestyle support. This is the first time lifestyle factors have been included, marking a meaningful milestone for BSLM and the wider Lifestyle Medicine community 🤝

While this is a big step forward, it also highlights the need for universities to make sure this content is fully delivered within their curricula. BSLM is ready to support medical schools in bringing Lifestyle Medicine to life through evidence based education and resources, including the Essential Lifestyle Medicine textbook 📚

Find out how the textbook can help support medical education here: https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/essential-lifestyle-medicine/5A87075B15A54ACF6827783EE06BEAA6

05/11/2025

Take a first look at the agenda for Lifestyle Medicine for Healthy Weight Management and GLP-1 Treatment Wraparound 💡

This one-day event brings together leading experts to explore the latest evidence, practical strategies, and real-world approaches for integrating lifestyle medicine into obesity and GLP-1 treatment pathways 🤝

📍 Royal College of Physicians, London
🗓️ 29 November | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT

Here’s a sneak peek at the day’s sessions:
• GLP-1s and the Role of Lifestyle Medicine – Dr Ellen Fallows
• Delivering Weight Management Support Using the Tools of Lifestyle Medicine – Katharine Taylor
• Treating Patients on GLP-1s – Dr Claire Gillvray
• Embedding Physical Activity in GLP-1 Pathways: What Works and Why – Darryl Edwards
• Food Addiction – Dr Jen Unwin

Plus more opportunities for learning, discussion, and connection throughout the day 💡

View the full programme and register now via Eventbrite or our website: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lifestyle-medicine-for-healthy-weight-managementglp1-treatment-wraparound-tickets-1539969152189?aff=oddtdtcreator

Which session are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments below!

03/11/2025

Join us this Thursday for the forth session of our Recovery in Action webinar series with our Voices of Lived Experience team 🎤

This week’s theme: Connection 🤝

We’re delighted to welcome David Wortley and Emma Tomms, who bring powerful lived experience and practical insights on strengthening connection to others, to ourselves, and to the world around us while living with chronic conditions.

If you enjoyed their sessions at BSLM 2025, this is not one to miss!

Register once to access the full series and receive reminders for all upcoming webinars:
https://bslm.org.uk/events/voices-of-lived-experience-recovery-in-action-webinar-series/

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