American College of Lifestyle Medicine

Day 4 of Lifestyle Medicine Week = Restorative Sleep 😴 Today’s carousel is your quick, evidence-based refresher on how restorative sleep supports overall health, resilience, and chronic disease prevention. Want to dive deeper than what fits in a carousel? We also have a longer Restorative Sleep presentation with Kelly Freeman, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, DipACLM, FACLM. ▶️ Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/e2v42MQk 💬 What’s one habit you’re focusing on to improve your sleep this week? (Think: consistent bedtime, limiting screen time, creating a calming routine, minimizing or eliminating alcohol, or optimizing your sleep environment.) #LMWeek2026 #LMWeek #LifestyleMedicine #ACLM #CommunityMatters #TogetherinHealth

It’s Day 3 of #LMWeek—and today we’re focusing on physical activity. Movement isn’t just a recommendation—it’s a powerful, evidence-based intervention. From improving cardiometabolic health to supporting mental well-being, physical activity helps treat, reverse, and prevent chronic disease. And when clinicians meet patients where they are—helping them build realistic, sustainable habits—that’s when lasting change happens. This is lifestyle medicine in action. ▶️ Explore ACLM’s LM Week toolkit: https://lnkd.in/e65hQrhc #LifestyleMedicine #ExerciseIsMedicine #ABLM #LMWeek #WholePersonHealth 

Day 3 of Lifestyle Medicine Week = Physical Activity 🏃♀️ Today’s carousel is your quick, evidence-based reminder that movement doesn’t have to be perfect, intense, or time-consuming to make an impact. Want to dive deeper than what fits in a carousel? We also have a longer Physical Activity presentation with Marsha-Gail Davis MD, MPH, FACLM, DipABLM, DipABPM, DipABOM. ▶️ Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/eyfVnd78 💬 What’s one way you’re incorporating movement into your week? (Think: short walks, stretching, taking the stairs, or building small habits that stick.) #LMWeek2026 #LMWeek #LifestyleMedicine #ACLM #CommunityMatters #TogetherinHealth

A new episode of Next Gen LM is here! 🎙️ Guest: Kimberley Sampson Paine MD This week, we dive into the intersection of women’s health and lifestyle medicine with Dr. Kimberly Sampson-Paine, chair of OB-GYN at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center. We explore how a triple board-certified expert integrates lifestyle pillars into traditional surgical and obstetric care to better address the root causes of disease. From managing menopause and midlife health to the critical need for structural change in healthcare, this conversation highlights how shifting our focus toward prevention and team-based care can transform the patient experience. 🎧 Tune in to hear: - How to layer lifestyle medicine as an integrated model rather than an alternative to traditional care - Why sleep is often the "forgotten pillar" and a major pivot point for metabolic and mental health - The importance of recognizing and addressing weight bias within the clinical environment - Strategies for students and clinicians to advocate for systemic changes in medical education and reimbursement 👉 Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eyUTaxwb Apple: https://lnkd.in/ei8V9ieE

Day 2 of Lifestyle Medicine Week = Optimal Nutrition 🥗 Today’s carousel is your quick, evidence-based refresher on plant-forward, whole-food eating for health promotion and chronic disease prevention. Want to dive deeper than what fits in a carousel? We also have a longer Optimal Nutrition presentation with Melissa Bernstein and Micaela Karlsen, PhD, MSPH ▶️ Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/exGUE8JG 💬 Which nutrition habit are you focusing on this week? (Think: more colorful plants, more whole grains, more beans/legumes, more nuts/seeds.) Suzanne B Shea, RPh, MBA | Sharp HealthCare #LMWeek2026 #LMWeek #LifestyleMedicine #ACLM #CommunityMatters #TogetherinHealth

It’s Day 1 of Lifestyle Medicine Week 2026! 🎉 So… what is lifestyle medicine — and why does it matter right now? Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach that helps treat, reverse and prevent chronic disease by addressing root causes through six pillars: optimal nutrition, physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, risky substance avoidance, and connectedness. Today’s 1‑minute video is your quick intro. Want to go deeper? We also created a longer “What is Lifestyle Medicine?” video with Dr. Brenda Rea on YouTube. ▶️ Watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/eVMXQXyn 💬 Then tell us: What does lifestyle medicine mean to you (personally or professionally)? #LMWeek2026 #LMWeek #LifestyleMedicine #ACLM #CommunityMatters #TogetherinHealth

What will it really take to move the needle on rural health? New federal initiatives are bringing long-overdue attention—and funding—to rural communities facing higher rates of chronic disease and limited access to care. But experts say attention and funding are only part of what's needed. From workforce shortages to transportation barriers to access to healthy food, improving rural health means addressing the full picture—not just clinical care. There’s momentum—but also important questions about implementation, sustainability, and impact. 👉 Read the full breakdown from Healio of what’s promising, what’s missing, and what comes next: https://lnkd.in/ejuRM7Bg Jessica Jolly, MHA, MPH, DipACLM, NBC-HWC, CHES, CLSSGB #LifestyleMedicine #RuralHealth #HealthEquity #ChronicDiseasePrevention

Board certification in lifestyle medicine signals more than expertise—it reflects a commitment to whole-person care and lasting change. ABLM diplomates are leading with evidence, compassion, and purpose—bringing lifestyle medicine into everyday practice and building trust with the patients and communities they serve. If you're ready to strengthen your clinical voice and expand your impact, certification is one meaningful step you can take—starting today. Learn more about becoming board-certified in lifestyle medicine at ABLM.org. #LifestyleMedicine #ABLM #BoardCertification #PhysicianLeadership #WholePersonCare 

Stress happens. The question is—what helps you move through it? Movement isn’t just about physical health—it’s a powerful tool for building resilience. Even small moments of activity can shift your mood, support better sleep, and help you reset when things feel overwhelming. This Move in May, we’re focusing on progress over perfection. A short walk, a stretch break, a few minutes of dancing—it all counts. Start where you are. Keep it simple. Let it feel good. 👉 Join the Move in May Community on ACLM Connect to set flexible goals, explore weekly themes, and move together—at your own pace. Not a member yet? Join today to participate and be part of the experience. https://lnkd.in/erg_Ht-9 #MoveInMay #LifestyleMedicine #MentalHealth #ExerciseIsMedicine

Policy is shifting—and lifestyle medicine clinicians need to know their options. Join this member-led discussion on CMS’ new LEAD Model to explore what it means for prevention-first, team-based care—from implementation to accountability. If you're ready to stay ahead of where healthcare is going, ACLM membership connects you to the conversations that matter. 👉 Become a member and get access: https://lnkd.in/ePk9hJsv Emily Bezold | Alka Gupta