Introduction to Lifestyle Medicine

About

Lifestyle factors including poor nutrition and physical inactivity are critical determinants of health, causing a pandemic of chronic diseases, premature death and unsustainable healthcare costs. Currently, 50 percent of Americans live with one or more chronic illnesses in which diet, exercise and stress play a key role.

Lifestyle Medicine is the science and application of 49 healthy lifestyles as interventions for the prevention and treatment of lifestyle-related diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke, obesity, some neurological conditions and some cancers. It is the evidence-based specialty bridging the science of physical activity, nutrition, stress management and resilience; sleep hygiene and other healthy habits to individuals through clinical practice in healthcare.

What you will learn

• Conceptualize how lifestyle behaviors resulted in chronic disease in the US
• Chronic disease epidemic affects our economic health as a nation.
• What is Lifestyle Medicine and its differences from traditional Western medicine.
• Tools to develop a personal, healthy lifestyle
• Lifestyle factors contribution to leading health killers in the US
• Health relationships between food production, politics, economics and the environment
• Commit to improvement in personal health choices

Skills you learn

• Network Bridging
• Cancer
• Diabetes Mellitus
• Auditing
• Resilience
• Academic Integrity
• Social Determinants Of Health
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Clinical Practices
• Physical Exercises
• Cardiovascular Disease
• Stress Management
• Neurology
• Chronic Diseases

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Discover the essentials of lifestyle medicine with this foundational course designed for those interested in the intersection of healthcare and behavior change. Offered by edX, "Introduction to Lifestyle Medicine" provides an in-depth look at the core principles of lifestyle medicine and emphasizes the significance of a coaching approach when advising patients on modifying their behaviors. Spanning 64 hours, this comprehensive course caters to both beginners and professionals in the Science & Engineering domain. Learners can choose from flexible subscription options, including Professional and Starter plans, and have the opportunity to audit the course for free or earn a Verified Certificate to showcase their expertise. Ideal for healthcare professionals, wellness coaches, and anyone passionate about improving patient outcomes through lifestyle interventions, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively guide and support behavior change in a clinical setting. Enroll now to start your journey towards mastering the art of lifestyle medicine!