Lifestyle Medicine (LM) is a rapidly growing discipline that focuses on the role of lifestyle factors in preventing, managing, and reversing chronic disease. There is strong evidence that the six pillars of lifestyle medicine—a whole-food, plant-predominant eating pattern, physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances, and positive social connections—are central to creating and maintaining overall health. As a certified lifestyle medicine physician associate, my mission is to help people develop healthier habits and make lifestyle changes to treat and prevent chronic conditions through personalized care and patient-centered approaches. To pursue a holistic approach to lifestyle medicine, you should focus on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, adopting a proactive approach to health and well-being.
