"McLaren Greater Lansing residents not only learn how a healthy diet impacts patient health, but also learn how sleep health, avoidance of risky substances, social connections, physical activity, and stress reduction all play a major role in how doctors can help their patients stay healthy and happy ." Lifestyle Medicine is made up of six pillars that affect health. These are nutrition, physical activity, stress management, restorative sleep, social connection, and avoiding risky substances such ...
"The whole food, plant-based diet (WFPB) is the gold standard." Food nourishes the body and feeds the soul. It plays a significant role in our lives because what we eat is closely intertwined with our culture and entertainment, and it impacts our health. A healthy diet of whole foods and plant-based foods can provide the nutrition needed for your body to function at its best, and it can also lower your cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and risk of developing ch...
"Sun exposure increases your risk of skin cancer, but you can protect your skin by using protective hats and clothing, and wearing sunscreen to minimize your risk." Summer may be winding down but protecting your skin and eyes from the sun should continue all year whether the sun is out or not. UV rays can reach you on cloudy and cool days, and they reflect off surfaces like water, cement, sand, and snow. In the continental United States, UV rays tend to be strongest betwee...