Lifestyle Medicine consultations a part of each visit. They can also be done independent of OMT visits via Telehealth.
Six Pillars of Health:
Nutrition
Food is Medicine.
Eating whole plant foods, including a variety of minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds, is one of the best ways to prevent, treat and even reverse many chronic diseases.
Stress
Stress can be Beneficial or Harmful.
Discerning the difference is crucial. Optimizing beneficial stress can lead to improved health and productivity. Identifying negative stress responses and developing positive coping methods and stress reduction techniques can lead to improved wellbeing.
Exercise
Movement is Medicine.
Consistent daily physical activity taking place throughout the day, is a vital component of optimal health.
Sleep
Adequate high quality restorative sleep of 7 to 9 hours per night for adults can improve immune function and is protective of cognitive function.
Substance
Abuse
Setting goals around substance use (tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs) is a great way to start making changes. Reduce risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic conditions by avoiding risky substances.
Relationships
Social connections and relationships affect our physical, mental, and emotional health. Research shows that the single most important predictor of human happiness and long life is having strong social connections.