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Affiliate Medical Specialty Society of the
Philippine Medical Association under the Division of PAFP

Philippine College of Lifestyle Medicine is a non-profit member benefit organization. Our members are healthcare professionals committed to the use of lifestyle change as a primary form of treatment for lifestyle related diseases.

16/12/2025

One of the major milestones of the 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 of the 𝗨𝗣-𝗣𝗚𝗛 is the establishment of a dedicated facility for clinical services, marked by the inauguration of the Lifestyle Medicine Hub. This space serves as a central venue for patient care, hands-on training, interdisciplinary collaboration, and wellness activities for trainees, faculty members, and hospital employees. It reflects a strong institutional commitment to integrating preventive and lifestyle-based approaches into everyday clinical practice, education, and workforce well-being.

The UP–PGH Medical Director and Chancellor further expressed their support by committing to the completion of the gym equipment, the Culinary Medicine teaching kitchen facility, and the concessionaire space that will offer healthy food options for medical students and hospital employees.

Congratulations to the UP–PGH Preventive and Lifestyle Medicine Division on this meaningful achievement and for continuing to set the standard in advancing Lifestyle Medicine within the healthcare system.

The PCLM looks forward to collaborating with more government hospitals to expand and scale this initiative.

16/12/2025

𝗗𝗥. 𝗘𝗥𝗟𝗬𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗥𝗘 a renowned cardiologist, highlighted the rising prevalence of heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), driven largely by obesity-related inflammation. She also provided a comprehensive discussion on the synergistic benefits of lifestyle interventions when combined with standard cardiac therapies, including beta blockers, SGLT2 inhibitors, and RAAS inhibitors.

She emphasized that Lifestyle Medicine specialists should be close collaborators and trusted partners of cardiologists, underscoring the importance of referring patients for lifestyle interventions at every stage of cardiovascular disease.

The PCLM is looking forward to further collaboration with the Philippine Heart Association-Heart Failure Network.

Dr. Erlyn Demerre
Chairman of the Board/Founder – EPCALM
Director - Philippine National Heart Failure Network (PHFN) of the Philippine Heart Association (PHA)

13/12/2025

𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗖 𝗞𝗜𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 as a defined and attainable clinical target for many patients.

The nephrology community must now shift their focus from “slowing CKD progression” to embracing this unprecedented opportunity for “maintaining kidney health.”

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) care is entering a new era. Newer pharmacologic therapies—such as SGLT2 inhibitors, nonsteroidal MRAs, and optimized RAAS blockade—have transformed our ability to slow progression and reduce cardiovascular risk.

But the emerging evidence and real-world clinical experience are clear: these medications work best when paired with lifestyle modification and behavioral change as recommended in the recent KDIGO clinical practice guidelines.

Lifestyle intervention addresses the root drivers of kidney injury—insulin resistance, chronic inflammation, hypertension, obesity, poor sleep, physical inactivity, and dietary acid load. A whole-food, plant-predominant dietary pattern, appropriate protein quality and quantity, sodium reduction, regular physical activity, stress management, sleep optimization, and smoking cessation create the physiologic environment where kidney-protective drugs can deliver their full benefit.

Lifestyle medicine and newer drugs are synergistic. Lifestyle intervention improves metabolic flexibility, blood pressure control, and endothelial function—amplifying medication effects and, in some patients, allowing dose reduction or stabilization of kidney function moving to the goal of CKD remission.

CKD remission is no longer an unrealistic concept. It is a team-based, integrated outcome—where medications protect, lifestyle heals, and patients are empowered as active partners in care. This is the future of nephrology and lifestyle medicine: not “either–or,” but together.

11/12/2025

Warmest 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 to the 𝗨𝗣–𝗣𝗚𝗛 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 (𝗣𝗟𝗠) 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 on the successful inauguration of their PLM Hub!

This milestone marks a significant step forward in advancing evidence-based, patient-centered preventive and lifestyle medicine within one of the country’s premier training hospitals. The occasion was made even more meaningful with the distinguished presence of Medical Director Dr. Gerardo Legaspi and Chancellor Dr. Michael Te, whose leadership and support underscore the institution’s commitment to integrating lifestyle medicine into mainstream clinical care and medical education.

Special recognition goes to PLM Chair Dr. Leilanie Nicodemus and the dedicated faculty members—Dr. Mechelle Acero Palma , Dr. Aletha Reyes, Dr. Carrissa Cucueco Losantas, Dr. Bysshe Fernan-Sta Cruz, Dr. Aileen Riel-Espina, and Dr. Guia Limpoco—whose collective commitment helped bring this vision to life.

Congratulations as well to the PLM fellow trainees, Dr. Erika Macalalad and Dr. Louie Estrada-Marcelo, for being part of this pioneering initiative.

This milestone is further strengthened by the support of the Department of Family Medicine faculty—Dr. Karin Estepa, Dr. Zorayda Leopando, and Dr. Eva Irene Maglonzo—whose guidance continues to inspire the growth of lifestyle medicine in the country.

11/12/2025

🌟 A Heartfelt Appreciation from PCLM 🌟

We are deeply honored to be recognized by the Communications, Electronics and Information Systems Service, Armed Forces of the Philippines (CEISSAFP).

This award is a meaningful reminder of our shared mission—to empower individuals, families, and institutions with evidence-based lifestyle interventions that promote long-term health and well-being.

To the CEISSAFP leadership and beneficiaries, thank you for entrusting the Philippine College of Lifestyle Medicine (PCLM) with this important work. Your commitment to preventive health, resilience, and holistic wellness inspires us to continue advancing Lifestyle Medicine across all sectors, including the uniformed services who faithfully serve our nation.

Let's move closer to a healthier Philippines. 🇵🇭💙

09/12/2025

𝗗𝗥. 𝗥𝗛𝗢𝗗𝗢𝗥𝗔 𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗭𝗢𝗡𝗔 a highly respected nephrologist and researcher, shared encouraging insights on the vital role of preventive and lifestyle medicine in managing chronic kidney disease (CKD). She highlighted the importance of whole food, plant-predominant nutrition, regular physical activity, and the other pillars of lifestyle medicine as essential components of comprehensive CKD care.

She emphasized that having Lifestyle Medicine specialists to whom nephrologists can refer their CKD patients feels like an answered prayer. Dr. Valenzona also spoke passionately about her “Bahay na Bato” project—a program designed to help CKD patients live healthier lives—which faced challenges in sustainability due to the limited number of providers trained to deliver non-pharmacologic interventions.

𝗞𝗘𝗬 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗬𝗦
• Caring for CKD patients requires an interdisciplinary approach.
• Lifestyle Medicine specialists play a crucial role in addressing predisposing factors before kidney function declines.
• Preventive and Lifestyle Medicine is essential both in reducing risk factors and in slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease.

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09/12/2025

✨ 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗨𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝟭,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸! ✨

We are gearing up for the historic launch of the Lifestyle Medicine Handbook at the 10th Annual Convention of the Philippine College of Lifestyle Medicine this coming September 2026—and we need your support.

This will be the first comprehensive, Philippines-based Lifestyle Medicine Handbook—a full-color, hardbound edition with over 1,000 pages and contributions from more than 30 experts. It will feature evidence-based content, clinical tools, teaching frameworks, and community-driven models that embody the heart of our movement.

To keep the printing cost affordable for everyone, we must reach 1,000 preorders. Once we hit this goal, the book will be available for only ₱3,980—an exceptional price for a high-quality reference designed for clinicians, educators, students, and community leaders.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀
💙 Allows us to produce a world-class hardbound book at the lowest possible cost
💙 Ensures standardized learning resources for LM practitioners and trainees
💙 Strengthens our national and regional Lifestyle Medicine movement
💙 Becomes part of our legacy as we celebrate 10 years of PCLM

Reaching this milestone will allow us to fulfill our commitment: donating at least 5 Handbooks to each of the identified medical schools, ensuring that future physicians receive a good foundation in Lifestyle Medicine education.

𝗕𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁
We invite all PCLM members, fellows, trainees, health coaches, and advocates to preorder and help us spread the word. Encourage your circles, institutions, and networks to secure their copies early.

Let’s make this handbook a reality and empower the next generation of Lifestyle Medicine leaders with a resource that reflects our mission, passion, and Filipino identity.

🔥 Let’s reach 1,000 preorders—one community, one movement, one historic book.
📘 Preorder now and be part of PCLM history!
https://lifestylemedicineph.org/

08/12/2025

DR. CECILIA JIMENO, one of the country’s renowned and respected endocrinologists, emphasized the need to shift how clinicians view Type 2 Diabetes—urging physicians to set treatment goals that empower patients to pursue diabetes remission.

She further shared that despite growing evidence, many clinicians remain unfamiliar with the concept of Diabetes Remission. And the long-held belief that type 2 diabetes is incurable - “once diabetic, always diabetic” is NO LONGER TRUE. She also added the new science is showing that Intensive Lifestyle modifications, metabolic surgery and obesity medications have emerged as proven, evidence-based interventions that reverses beta cell decline, thus, transforming the paradigm of diabetes care.

REFRAMING THE TARGETS
In the light of the state of current evidence, physicians need to be educated on treatment options to achieve T2D remission so that they can actively play a part in counseling patients who wish to explore these approaches.

DR. CECILIA JIMENO
Consultant, UP-PGHSection of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of the ASEAN Federation of Endocrine Societies (JAFES).
Past President, Philippine Society of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism (PSEDM)
UPMASA Hall-of-Fame Award for Outstanding Teaching and the prestigious PCEDM Diamond Award for Leadership.

06/12/2025

🌿 Keynote Highlights from Hon. Kathryn Joyce Gorriceta at the PCLM Annual Convention 🌿

Congresswoman Kathryn Joyce P. Gorriceta delivered a powerful keynote address championing House Bill 2943 – The Preventive and Lifestyle Medicine Act of the Philippines. She emphasized the urgency of shifting from reactive sick care to proactive, prevention-centered healthcare for all Filipinos.

Her message underscored the bill’s vision to institutionalize Lifestyle Medicine in the national health system, strengthen behavior-change programs, and expand access to evidence-based preventive care across the life course.

Her inspiring leadership and advocacy energized the convention, reinforcing Lifestyle Medicine as a national priority and a pathway toward a healthier, more resilient Philippines. 💚🇵🇭✨

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