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05/19/2026

What is the real goal of lifestyle medicine?

In this clip from The Vitals, Dr. Amy Dassoulas, DIP-ACLM, NBC-HWC explains how lifestyle medicine focuses on helping prevent, treat, and in some cases reverse chronic conditions through structured daily habits and consistent follow-through.

She breaks down the core pillars, including:

• Sleep hygiene
• Social connection
• Stress reduction
• Reducing risky substances
• Nutrition
• Physical activity

Because long-term health outcomes are often shaped by what we consistently implement every day.

As we recognize Lifestyle Medicine Week, we are continuing the conversation tomorrow with a brand-new live episode of The Vitals on YouTube at 6:45 PM ET.

Join us for weekly discussions with physicians and health professionals covering prevention, nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and physician-aligned care strategies.

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05/19/2026

For most people staying healthy, and reducing the risk of chronic disease is a matter of behavior - not luck. Check out this article to learn more about the simple pillars of good health. 

Prescribing food as medicine is gaining support from health leaders and policymakers, but it's essential to include the five other lifestyle medicine pillars.

05/18/2026

Tired of fitness advice that overcomplicates everything?

This week on The Vitals, Gio Pico, ACSM-HFI, NCSF-SC breaks down what effective training actually looks like and why consistency, structure, and proper implementation matter more than extremes or trends.

“No More BS — Train Like This” is a practical conversation about building sustainable exercise habits that support strength, energy, recovery, and long-term health outcomes.

If you are looking for realistic strategies without the noise, this episode is for you.

Join us live this Wednesday at 6:45 PM ET on YouTube .
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05/17/2026

Processed foods are getting a makeover. Historically seen as unhealthy, many now offer nutrient-dense options with high protein and fiber. While whole foods remain ideal, these advancements provide valuable choices for everyone, regardless of affordability or access.


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05/16/2026

Your morning routine may influence more than your energy levels.

In this clip from The Vitals, Dr. Amy Dassoulas, DIP-ACLM, NBC-HWC discusses the importance of morning sunlight exposure and how it may help support circadian rhythm, sleep quality, and daily consistency.

Before reaching for your phone, try stepping outside, looking out a window, or allowing natural light to help start your day.

Small habits practiced consistently can help support a more sustainable health trajectory over time.

Watch more conversations like this on The Vitals, where we discuss prevention, sleep, nutrition, stress management, and physician-aligned care strategies every Wednesday on YouTube. Link in bio to subscribe.


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05/15/2026

Discover the fun and easy '30-vegetable challenge' to boost your whole food, plant-based nutrition. It's a fantastic way to encourage dietary variety and make healthy eating exciting, even for picky eaters.

05/13/2026

Should you fast before your morning coffee? ☕

In this clip from last week’s episode of The Vitals, Leah Amar, RD, CDR discusses coffee habits, hydration, and why using coffee as a substitute for food or water may not support a balanced routine.

From morning habits to mindful nutrition choices, these are the kinds of practical conversations we have every week on The Vitals.

Tonight, we continue the conversation with Dr. Amy Dassoulas, DIP-ACLM, NBC-HWC for this week’s episode:
“The Medicine That Doesn’t Come in a Pill.”

Join us live tonight at 6:45 PM ET on YouTube as we discuss structured approaches to prevention, behavior patterns, stress, sleep, movement, and sustainable follow-through.

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05/11/2026

What if one of the most powerful forms of prevention does not come in a prescription bottle?

This week on The Vitals, Dr. Amy Dassoulas, DIP-ACLM, NBC-HWC joins us to discuss the everyday factors that shape long-term health outcomes including nutrition, movement, stress, sleep, and behavior patterns.

“The Medicine That Doesn’t Come in a Pill” focuses on how structured, physician-aligned strategies and consistent follow-through can help support a healthier trajectory over time.

If you are tired of conflicting advice and want practical, evidence-based conversations around prevention and integrated care, this episode is for you.

Join us live this Wednesday at 6:45 PM ET on YouTube.
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05/10/2026

Healthy choices do not have to mean saying “no” to everything.

Sometimes, it is about finding better ways to prepare the foods kids already enjoy.

In this conversation, we talk about how simple adjustments like baking instead of frying or using an air fryer can support more balanced, sustainable choices for children without removing the foods they love.

For moms, creating healthier habits often starts with small, realistic changes that can actually be implemented consistently at home.

Because nutrition is not about perfection.
It is about building better routines, one choice at a time.

Happy Mother’s Day to the moms helping shape healthier habits every day. 🤍

For more conversations on nutrition, prevention, and practical strategies you can implement at home, check out our YouTube channel for weekly episodes of The Vitals.


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05/09/2026

Tired of the chia seed 'eyeballs'? Blend chia seeds with milk, protein powder, and sweetener for a smooth, delicious breakfast. Effortless and healthy!

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05/08/2026

Can you drink your nutrients?

Not all smoothies are created equal.

In this clip from this week’s episode of The Vitals, Leah Amar, RD, CDR breaks down the difference between smoothies, juices, and whole foods, and why fiber matters more than most people realize.

Juicing often removes the fiber, which changes how filling and balanced the drink actually is. But when whole ingredients are blended together thoughtfully, smoothies can be a practical way to support nutrient intake.

The key is not just what you drink.
It is what is actually in it.

Ingredients, fiber, sugar content, and portion balance all matter when building a structured approach to nutrition.

Catch more conversations like this every Wednesday at 6:45 PM ET on The Vitals, live on YouTube. Link in bio to watch and stay connected.


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