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We are a coalition of worldwide non-profit, legally constituted national and regional Lifestyle Medicine societies which promote evidence-informed approaches to prevention, management and reversal of non-communicable diseases.

23/05/2026

Social connectedness is a well-established predictor of longevity in public health and Lifestyle Medicine research.

Studies on longevity and social support networks consistently show that individuals with stronger, high-quality social bonds have a significantly increased chance of a longer and healthier life.

In contrast, social isolation and loneliness are linked with an increases risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, anxiety, and clinical depression.

Overall, the evidence shows that social connection is not only important for mental wellbeing, but also closely linked to long-term physical health and longevity.

22/05/2026

Productivity isn’t about pushing harder nonstop.

Taking short, intentional breaks during the day can improve focus, mental performance, energy, and overall productivity. Even brief pauses to stretch, walk, breathe deeply, or step away from your screen can help reduce stress and restore attention.

Small breaks aren’t a distraction from productive work. They’re a tool to improve your focus and prevent burnout.

21/05/2026

Avoiding exposure to harmful substances and habits is a core pillar of lifestyle medicine.

To***co use remains a leading modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease, cancer, and premature mortality. Supporting cessation is one of the most effective clinical interventions available.

Even brief advice from a healthcare professional can increase quit rates, particularly when combined with evidence-based support such as behavioural counselling and pharmacotherapy.

A practical strategy is the “5 A’s” approach:
• Ask about to***co use
• Advise to quit
• Assess readiness
• Assist with a quit plan
• Arrange follow-up

Smoking cessation delivers immediate and long-term health benefits, regardless of age or duration of use.

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20/05/2026

Your brain thrives on consistency!

Research shows that maintaining a regular bedtime supports memory, attention, decision-making, and overall cognitive performance more than simply “getting enough hours” of sleep. Irregular sleep schedules can disrupt your body clock and impair next-day focus and mental clarity.

A consistent bedtime is one of the simplest lifestyle habits for protecting long-term brain health.

Aim to go to bed and wake up at roughly the same time each day and your mind will thank you for it.

19/05/2026

Increasing daily movement does not require prolonged gym sessions.

An observational study by Stamatakis et al. (2022) reported that performing three brief bouts of vigorous activity, each lasting 1–2 minutes, was associated with a 26–30% reduction in all-cause mortality.

Similarly, a randomised controlled trial (Yin, M. et al., 2024) found that distributing stair sprints (3 × 20 seconds) across the day elicited comparable cardiorespiratory benefits to completing them in a single session.

Accumulating evidence supports the role of “exercise snacks” as a practical and scalable strategy to improve cardiorespiratory fitness and support cardiovascular health.

18/05/2026

Eating more plants doesn’t mean giving up your favourite foods or following a restrictive diet.

A great goal is to aim for 30+ different plant foods each week to support your gut health and overall wellbeing. Every plant counts. Vegetables, fruit, herbs, spices, legumes, nuts, seeds, and wholegrains all add variety.

Simple changes like adding more vegetables to meals, swapping to wholegrains, adding beans or lentils to your favourite meals, topping meals with nuts and seeds, or including meat-free meals can help to eat more plants.

17/05/2026

From 17–23 May 2026, we are celebrating Lifestyle Medicine Week.
Lifestyle medicine is a medical discipline focused on the prevention, treatment, and potential reversal of chronic disease by addressing underlying causes through evidence-based lifestyle interventions.
It emphasises patient-centred care and supports sustainable behaviour change across six core pillars:

• Nutrition
• Physical activity
• Sleep
• Stress management
• Avoidance of harmful substances
• Social connection

24/04/2026

Meet the world-leading speakers joining us tomorrow for the inaugural World Lifestyle Medicine Research Symposium 🌎

From cardiovascular health and obesity care to school-based interventions, mental health and chronic disease prevention, this global programme showcases the latest research shaping the future of lifestyle medicine.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of evidence, insight and international collaboration, featuring oral and poster presentations from emerging and established researchers around the world.

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026

🕛 12:00–2:30 PM (London Time)

💻 Online (Free to attend)

Register here: https://forms.gle/LqdqgeupbvAjx2NYA

18/04/2026

World Lifestyle Medicine Research Symposium 2026

We are thrilled to invite you to the inaugural World Lifestyle Medicine Research Symposium 2026!

This marks a landmark moment for our lifestyle medicine community as we come together to share timely, high-impact research and connect with passionate researchers from around the world. Whether you’re a clinician, biomedical researcher, health science student, or public health policymaker, this event is for you! Join us to inspire and be inspired, connect with brilliant minds, and advance the future of chronic disease care.

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
🕛 12:00–2:30 PM London Time
💻 Online (Free to attend)

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Dr. David L. Katz, MD, MPH – Founding Director of the Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center; Past President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine; and acclaimed author of How to Eat, with over 200 peer-reviewed publications.

Keynote on “Evidence, In the Eyes of the Beholder: Of Data, Dogma, Epidemiology, and Ideology”

Presentations featuring 8 oral presentations and 10 poster sessions from researchers across five continents:

ORAL PRESENTERS:
🇭🇰 Samuel YS Wong
🇵🇰 Azka Naseem
🇬🇷 Amalia Sidossis
🇿🇦 Melissa Janse van Vuren
🇦🇺 Nupur Nag
🇮🇳 Aruna Raju
🇺🇸 Ozi Iyal
🇮🇱 Lilach Malatskey

POSTER PRESENTERS:
🇱🇰 Ruwanthi Ishara Kulathunga
🇳🇬 Ifeoma Monye
🇦🇺 Xirun Yang
🇱🇰 Vishari De Silva
🇵🇰 Aysha Mushtaq
🇮🇳 Vinu Vij
🇮🇳 Jenit Osborn
🇦🇺 Nupur Nag
🇮🇳 Palaniappan Manickam
🇱🇰 Vithuja Theivendran

Register now: https://forms.gle/LqdqgeupbvAjx2NYA

Organized by the Research and Quality Improvement Taskforce, WLMO

For urgent queries, please send an email: [email protected]
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11/04/2026

Welcome to our new series, Global Voices in Lifestyle Medicine 🌏

Our first WLMO Clinician Profile features Dr Jeanet Rosslee, the first clinician to complete the SALMA certification, an adaptation of the BSLM course tailored to the Southern African context 👏

Originally working as a GP with a strong focus on preventative care, Dr Jeanet discovered lifestyle medicine through the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and the South African Lifestyle Medicine Association. Today, she combines her clinical experience with coaching skills to support patients in building healthy, sustainable lifestyles.

In this interview, Dr Jeanet shares how lifestyle medicine transformed her approach to care, along with an inspiring patient story that highlights the power of behaviour change across the pillars of health.

Read the full interview and learn more about her work: www.analaighcoaching.com

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