What we do
Holistic healing for a balanced life
Lifestyle Medicine uses changes within our diet and lifestyle to prevent, manage, and reverse chronic diseases. Unlike traditional medicine, which often relies heavily on medications and surgeries, lifestyle medicine addresses the root causes of diseases by promoting healthy behaviours.
Our foundation
The pillars of Lifestyle Medicine
Lifestyle Medicine focuses on preventing and treating chronic diseases through six key pillars: nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, substance use, and social connections, promoting long-term health and well-being through sustainable lifestyle changes.
Nutrition
A diet rich in natural, whole foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes. A healthier eating pattern can dramatically increase life expectancy and improve overall health.
Movement
Regular physical activity is vital. The key is to start small and gradually increase your activity level.
Sleep
Quality sleep is essential for health. Aim for 7-9 hours per night to feel refreshed and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Stress Management
Techniques like meditation, deep breathing, and yoga can effectively manage stress, which is critical for overall health.
Social Connections
Strong relationships are vital for mental and emotional well-being and can reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Avoiding Risky Substances
Limiting or avoiding tobacco, excessive alcohol, and excessive screen time can protect your health.
Benefits
How can Lifestyle Medicine help me?
With chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and certain cancers accounting for over 70% of deaths worldwide, understanding and adopting Lifestyle Medicine is crucial. Simple lifestyle changes can significantly reduce your risk of these conditions, leading to increased energy, happiness, and a sense of control over your health.
Lifestyle Medicine has shown significant health improvements in many individuals. For example, people with type 2 diabetes have seen their blood sugar levels normalise, and those with heart disease have reversed plaque build-up in their arteries. Consistent and sustainable changes are critical to these benefits.
Lifestyle Medicine is a transformative approach that prioritises prevention and holistic care. By adopting these principles, we can significantly reduce preventable conditions and lead vibrant, healthy lives.
Lifestyle Medicine can improve most health conditions; how we live is the key to our overall health and well-being. Research shows that Lifestyle Medicine is effective for the following conditions:
-
Heart disease
-
High blood pressure
-
Type 2 diabetes
-
Overweight
-
Joint pain and arthritis
-
Anxiety and depression
-
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
-
High cholesterol
-
Fatty-liver disease
-
Chronic kidney disease
-
Autoimmune disease
What are the differences between Lifestyle, Integrative & Functional Medicine?
All three of these branches of medicine aim to improve health more holistically than traditional Western medicine. Different approaches suit different people.
Lifestyle Medicine
Lifestyle Medicine uses scientific evidence to help prevent, manage, and reverse chronic disease by focusing on six pillars: nutrition, physical activity, adequate sleep, minimising harmful substances, stress management, and social connectedness. It is not anti-medication or pro-supplements. It is a common-sense approach to achieving whole-person health by giving you the tools to manage your own goals.
Integrative Medicine
Integrative Medicine combines conventional medical treatment with complementary and alternative health practices. An integrative approach might include medication, supplements, yoga, and acupuncture, among other modalities.
Functional Medicine
Functional Medicine is a biology systems-based approach that focuses on the root cause of disease. It uses extensive testing to determine the underlying cause and emphasises supplement use, among other treatment options.
Vitality Lifestyle Medicine
Book an appointment
Ready to take the first steps towards a happier, healthier you? Follow our booking link below to secure your face-to-face consultation with Dr Lisa.
Book appointment