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Advanced Certification in Lifestyle Medicine
In-Depth Guide to Preventing, Managing, Reversing, and Curing Chronic Diseases through Evidence-Based Lifestyle Interventions
Master the prevention, management, and reversal of chronic diseases using a whole-food plant-based diet, physical activity, and fitness training, restorative sleep, stress reduction and meditation, building strong social connections, and avoiding harmful substances—all aligned with updated international guidelines in Lifestyle Medicine.
Additionally, enhance your journey with practices in Energy Healing, Meditation, Spiritual Healing, and achieving Work-Life Balance. This holistic approach integrates nutrition, mental well-being, and physical health, offering a comprehensive path to sustainable wellness and the healing of mind, body, and spirit.
The Advanced Certification in Lifestyle Medicine course is designed for anyone looking to integrate Lifestyle Medicine into personal or professional practice, including those aiming to improve their health and longevity, patients with chronic diseases seeking disease reversal or cure, and individuals interested in preventive health approaches.
It’s also ideal for healthcare professionals—physicians, specialists, dentists, nurses, and other medical practitioners—who want to expand their skills in addressing non-communicable diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and chronic respiratory conditions, which account for 63% of deaths globally.
This in-depth program offers a comprehensive guide to preventing, managing, and even reversing non-communicable diseases through practical, evidence-based lifestyle interventions that target the root causes of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, obesity, cancers, and chronic respiratory issues.
Why Certify in Lifestyle Medicine?
Certifying in Lifestyle Medicine provides numerous benefits:
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Empowering Patients to Cure Themselves: Certification equips you with the knowledge to adopt lifestyle changes that can help you cure chronic diseases and take charge of your health.
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Professional Recognition: You will be acknowledged as an expert in the emerging field of lifestyle medicine, giving you a competitive advantage in lifestyle medicine-focused organizations.
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Expanded Skill Set: Certification equips you to implement sustainable treatments for chronic diseases, enhancing your ability to provide effective, long-term patient solutions.
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Mastery of the Six Pillars: You will gain specialized knowledge in nutrition, physical activity, sleep, mental and emotional well-being, social connections, and avoidance of risky substance use, all essential in preventing and managing lifestyle-related diseases.
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Commitment to Evidence-Based Care: Certification demonstrates your dedication to offering cutting-edge, scientifically supported treatments, setting you apart from many healthcare professionals with limited training in these areas.
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Holistic, Patient-Centered Approach: It highlights your expertise in providing sustainable, holistic care, distinguishing you from non-evidence-based practitioners.
Course Structure and Learning Journey
The Advanced Certification program is structured in three key stages:
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Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine: Learners begin by exploring essential lifestyle factors, including sleep health, physical activity, nutrition, mental and emotional well-being, and social connections.
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Skill Development: As learners progress, they will gain practical skills for patient consultations, including history-taking, lifestyle management planning, and motivational interviewing.
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Self-Paced Learning: The course is designed for flexible, self-paced study with ongoing assessment through formative multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
Certification in Lifestyle Medicine enhances your career and empowers you to make positive changes in clinical practice. It fosters personal growth and inspires healthier habits for you and your family.
Join a global network of professionals committed to sustainable healthcare and lead the way in improving health outcomes for patients and communities.
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1Welcome to The Advanced Certificate Course in Lifestyle MedicineVideo lesson
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2Fundamentals of Lifestyle Medicine: Core Principles for Better HealthVideo lesson
This lecture explores the pivotal role of lifestyle interventions in preventing and reversing chronic diseases. Participants will learn to identify and apply the six pillars of lifestyle medicine to enhance overall health and well-being. Key topics include the benefits of a whole-food, plant-based diet in managing chronic illnesses, the importance of regular physical activity in addressing sedentary behavior, and techniques for stress reduction through effective self-management strategies.
Attendees will also examine the risks of tobacco and alcohol use and explore ways to support patients in avoiding harmful substances. Emphasis is placed on improving sleep quality, fostering restorative sleep, and understanding the critical role of social connections in promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
The session concludes with evidence-based strategies for integrating lifestyle medicine into clinical care, focusing on collaborative approaches to empower patients to make sustainable lifestyle changes.
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3Overview: Lifestyle Medicine Interventions, Core Competencies,Disease ManagementVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Expand knowledge of lifestyle medicine and its evidence-based interventions.
Understand the impact of lifestyle choices on chronic diseases.
Master the six pillars of lifestyle medicine (nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, substance avoidance, social connections).
Apply practical tools for addressing the root causes of illness in clinical practice.
Analyze case studies on lifestyle medicine's effectiveness in disease management.
Differentiate between disease reversal, cure, and control.
Master core competencies in lifestyle medicine (leadership, assessment, management).
Learn and implement Intensive Therapeutic Lifestyle Change (ITLC) programs.
Foster and promote healthy behaviors in patients for long-term well-being.
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5The Six PillarsVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the role of lifestyle interventions in preventing and reversing chronic diseases.
Identify and apply the six pillars of lifestyle medicine to promote overall health and well-being.
Evaluate the benefits of a whole-food, plant-based diet in preventing and managing chronic illnesses.
Demonstrate the importance of regular physical activity in combating sedentary behaviors and improving health.
Explain the impact of stress on health and apply self-management techniques for stress reduction.
Understand the risks associated with tobacco and alcohol use, and support patients in avoiding harmful substances.
Apply strategies for improving sleep quality and promoting restorative sleep for better health outcomes.
Recognize the importance of social connections in enhancing physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Explore evidence-based methods for integrating lifestyle medicine practices into clinical care.
Collaborate with patients to support their journey in making sustainable lifestyle changes.
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7Association of Risky Unhealthy Behaviors With Health OutcomesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the link between risky behaviors and health outcomes, using studies like INTERHEART and INTERSTROKE.
Analyze key nutrition studies and their evidence base for prescribing whole food plant-based diets.
Evaluate major studies on disease remission through lifestyle changes, such as Framingham Heart Study and MRFIT.
Develop skills in selecting impactful studies that support lifestyle medicine interventions for chronic disease management.
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8Key Studies on Nutrition With The Evidence Base For Nutrition PrescriptionVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand how the Harvard Nurses' Health Study (NHS) links lifestyle factors such as smoking, BMI, and diet to coronary heart disease prevention.
Analyze the effects of dietary patterns, such as the Mediterranean diet, on cardiovascular disease prevention and treatment, as seen in the Lyon Diet Heart Study and PREDIMED Trial.
Evaluate the impact of different macronutrient compositions on blood pressure and lipid levels through studies like the OmniHeart and DASH trials.
Recognize the association between diet and cancer risks, as explored in the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) Oxford Study.
Examine the role of vegetarian diets in reducing disease risk, based on findings from the Seventh-Day Adventist Health Study (AHS).
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9Major Studies on Disease Remission or Reversal With Lifestyle ChangesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Explain the findings of the Lifestyle Heart Trial by Dean Ornish on the reversal of coronary heart disease through intensive lifestyle changes.
Compare the effects of exercise training versus percutaneous coronary angioplasty (PCI) in stable coronary artery disease.
Describe the impact of the GEMINAL study on gene expression in low-risk prostate cancer through nutrition and lifestyle intervention.
Evaluate the effectiveness and adherence rates of popular diets like Atkins, Ornish, Weight Watchers, and Zone for weight loss and heart disease risk reduction.
Analyze the DIRECT trial’s outcomes in achieving remission of type 2 diabetes through primary care-led weight management.
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11Key Determinants of Health and Behavior Change TheoriesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Identify the key determinants of health that influence individual well-being, including social, economic, environmental, and behavioral factors.
Analyze major health behavior change theories (such as the Health Belief Model, Theory of Planned Behavior, and Transtheoretical Model) and apply them to clinical lifestyle medicine practice.
Demonstrate motivational interviewing techniques to foster patient engagement and readiness for health behavior change, focusing on empathetic communication and collaborative goal-setting.
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12Integrating Health Behavior Change Theories and Patient-Centered ApproachesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Demonstrate motivational interviewing techniques to foster patient engagement and readiness for health behavior change, focusing on empathetic communication and collaborative goal-setting.
Develop a patient-centered action plan using stage-matched interventions or the SMART criteria to promote sustainable behavior changes in lifestyle medicine.
Apply the '5As' model of behavior change (Assess, Advise, Agree, Assist, and Arrange) to structure patient interactions and enhance health outcomes.
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1401 - Assess Lifestyle Medicine Vital Signs and Perform Physical ExaminationVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Assess Lifestyle Medicine Vital Signs
Learners will be able to evaluate patients using key lifestyle medicine assessments, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, substance use, and social support.Perform a Lifestyle Medicine-Focused Physical Examination
Learners will demonstrate proficiency in conducting physical examinations tailored to assess lifestyle-related health factors.Interpret Anthropometric and Biochemical Data
Learners will accurately interpret clinical data such as BMI, waist circumference, bioelectrical impedance, and biochemical markers like glucose and lipid panels.Utilize Validated Assessment Tools
Learners will apply validated tools such as the Physical Activity Vital Sign (PAVS), STOP-BANG for sleep, and PHQ-9 for stress assessment in clinical practice.
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1502 - Assess Lifestyle Medicine Vital Signs and Perform Physical ExaminationVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Assess Lifestyle Medicine Vital Signs
Learners will be able to evaluate patients using key lifestyle medicine assessments, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, substance use, and social support.Perform a Lifestyle Medicine-Focused Physical Examination
Learners will demonstrate proficiency in conducting physical examinations tailored to assess lifestyle-related health factors.Interpret Anthropometric and Biochemical Data
Learners will accurately interpret clinical data such as BMI, waist circumference, bioelectrical impedance, and biochemical markers like glucose and lipid panels.Utilize Validated Assessment Tools
Learners will apply validated tools such as the Physical Activity Vital Sign (PAVS), STOP-BANG for sleep, and PHQ-9 for stress assessment in clinical practice.
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1603 - Assess Lifestyle Medicine Vital Signs and Perform Physical ExaminationVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Assess Lifestyle Medicine Vital Signs
Learners will be able to evaluate patients using key lifestyle medicine assessments, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress, substance use, and social support.Perform a Lifestyle Medicine-Focused Physical Examination
Learners will demonstrate proficiency in conducting physical examinations tailored to assess lifestyle-related health factors.Interpret Anthropometric and Biochemical Data
Learners will accurately interpret clinical data such as BMI, waist circumference, bioelectrical impedance, and biochemical markers like glucose and lipid panels.Utilize Validated Assessment Tools
Learners will apply validated tools such as the Physical Activity Vital Sign (PAVS), STOP-BANG for sleep, and PHQ-9 for stress assessment in clinical practice.
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1801 - Clinical Guidelines for Prevention, Treatment, Reversal of Chronic DiseasesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand how lifestyle changes prevent, treat, and reverse chronic diseases.
Explain why conventional treatments may not address the causes of chronic disease.
Identify screening methods for lifestyle-related diseases.
Apply lifestyle interventions for effective weight management.
Develop long-term obesity management plans with realistic goals.
Use lifestyle changes to manage cardiovascular risk factors.
Implement lifestyle strategies for diabetes prevention and control.
Incorporate cancer prevention strategies into clinical practice.
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1902 - Clinical Guidelines for Prevention, Treatment, Reversal of Chronic DiseasesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand how lifestyle changes prevent, treat, and reverse chronic diseases.
Explain why conventional treatments may not address the causes of chronic disease.
Identify screening methods for lifestyle-related diseases.
Apply lifestyle interventions for effective weight management.
Develop long-term obesity management plans with realistic goals.
Use lifestyle changes to manage cardiovascular risk factors.
Implement lifestyle strategies for diabetes prevention and control.
Incorporate cancer prevention strategies into clinical practice.
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2101 - Macronutrients and MicronutrientsVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the role of macronutrients and micronutrients in a balanced diet.
Identify healthy vs. unhealthy foods and their effects on health.
Assess individual nutritional status for personalized recommendations.
Analyze research on nutrition in lifestyle medicine.
Create SMART nutrition prescriptions for chronic disease management.
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2202 - Overconsume and Unhealthy FoodsVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the role of macronutrients and micronutrients in a balanced diet.
Identify healthy vs. unhealthy foods and their effects on health.
Assess individual nutritional status for personalized recommendations.
Analyze research on nutrition in lifestyle medicine.
Create SMART nutrition prescriptions for chronic disease management.
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2303 - Food Processing and NutritionVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the role of macronutrients and micronutrients in a balanced diet.
Identify healthy vs. unhealthy foods and their effects on health.
Assess individual nutritional status for personalized recommendations.
Analyze research on nutrition in lifestyle medicine.
Create SMART nutrition prescriptions for chronic disease management.
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2404 - Healthy Diet and Disease Specific Nutrition TherapyVideo lesson
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2601 - Key Components and Benefits of Physical Activity for Healthy LivesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the benefits of physical activity for both healthy individuals and those with chronic diseases.
Identify the key components of physical activity, including aerobic, strength, flexibility, and balance training.
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2702 - Physical Activity & Fitness Guidelines, Assessment, SMART Goals in PracticeVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Summarize major physical activity guidelines for various populations, including adults, children, and older adults.
Explore physical activity assessment tools in clinical practice and methods for assessing physical fitness.
Apply the principles of SMART goal-setting in physical activity prescriptions to create tailored, actionable plans for patients.
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2901 - Differentiating & Managing Anxiety, Stress, Depression in Clinical PracticeVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Differentiate between anxiety, stress, and depression in clinical practice, understanding their unique characteristics and implications for treatment.
Explain the pathophysiology of emotional health and its relationship with chronic diseases, highlighting how emotional well-being impacts overall health.
Utilize screening tools effectively for diagnosing stress, depression, and anxiety disorders in clinical settings to enhance patient assessment.
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3002 - Lifestyle-Based Strategies for Managing Anxiety, Stress and DepressionVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Implement management strategies for lifestyle-related mental health issues, focusing on lifestyle modifications that can improve symptoms of depression and anxiety.
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3201 - Restorative Sleep & Health: Assessment and Impact on Chronic DiseasesVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Define restorative sleep and explain its importance in overall health.
Understand the role of sleep physiology in the development of chronic diseases.
Assess patients' sleep quality using appropriate tools to identify insufficient or poor-quality sleep.
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3302 - Common Sleep Disorders & Lifestyle InterventionsVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Discuss lifestyle-based interventions aimed at improving sleep health.
Identify and describe common sleep disorders, including their symptoms and management strategies
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3501 - Health Impact of Tobacco: Risks, Benefits of Quitting, Patient ManagementVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the global public health impact and trends of tobacco.
Assess the health risks associated with tobacco and recognize the benefits of quitting.
Develop management plans for patients using tobacco and focusing on prevention and treatment
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3602 - Health Impact & Management of Alcohol and Substance UseVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Understand the global public health impact and trends of alcohol, and other risky substances.
Assess the health risks associated with alcohol, and substance use, and recognize the benefits of quitting.
Identify at-risk patients using effective screening methods for substance use disorders.
Develop management plans for patients using alcohol, or other substances and focus on prevention and treatment
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38Connectedness and Positive PsychologyVideo lesson
Lecture Objectives:
Apply positive psychology techniques to foster healthier behaviors and improved well-being in patients.
Explain the role of social connections in enhancing emotional well-being, physical health, and longevity.
Compare eudaimonic and hedonic happiness and their effects on health and lifespan.
Describe the PERMA model and its impact on long-term health and happiness through positive emotions and engagement.
Evaluate the influence of social media on emotional well-being, emphasizing mindful use for fostering positive connections.
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