Lifestyle Medicine Maine

10/26/2025

10/24/2025

🎙️ Discover the Top Podcasts for PCOS and Vegetarian Diet Insights 🎙️

Looking for expert advice on managing PCOS or curious about the health benefits of a vegetarian diet? Our latest blog features a carefully curated list of podcasts that provide in-depth discussions and valuable insights. 🌽💪

📖 Click the link below to access the full list and enhance your understanding and management of health through these informative sessions.

Read the Blog
https://www.lifestylemedicinemaine.com/post/best-podcasts-about-pcos-and-the-benefits-of-a-vegetarian-diet

👇 Have podcasts changed the way you approach health? Let us know your thoughts or your go-to series in the comments!

10/22/2025

🍴 What Happens When Wellness Meets Gourmet? 🍴

Every first Wednesday of the month, the Lifestyle Medicine Maine kitchen becomes the most joyful place on earth! Our Weight Loss and Wellness Group gathers to cook, laugh, and dine together, exploring new recipes that not only taste fantastic but also nourish body and soul.🍙🥕

🍇 From zesty dressings to decadent desserts, we cook it all and have a blast doing it!

👀 Wish you were there? We wish you were too! Don't let another month pass you by. Join our community where we make every meal a celebration of health!

👇 Click the link below to sign up and secure your spot in our next Weight Loss and Wellness Group Program. Spaces are limited and they fill up fast!

https://www.lifestylemedicinemaine.com/

10/20/2025

🧠 Research Spotlight: Rethinking Weight Loss and Energy Balance 🧠

A common misconception in the discussion of weight loss is that obesity stems from gluttony and sloth, with solutions being as simple as “eat less and move more.” However, weight regulation is much more complex, involving a dynamic interplay of energy intake and expenditure, where physiological processes work to resist weight loss.

Key Findings:
🍃 This meta-analysis of 32 controlled feeding studies revealed that when substituting carbohydrates with fat, both energy expenditure and fat loss were greater on low-fat diets—not low-carb as often suggested.
🍃 Specifically, energy expenditure was 26 kcal/day higher, and fat loss increased by 16 g/day on lower-fat diets (P < .0001).
🍃 This research also supports the set-point model of body weight regulation, which aligns with current data on how the body resists weight changes through biological feedback mechanisms.

This study reinforces that weight loss is not a simple matter of cutting calories or increasing activity. At Lifestyle Medicine Maine, we take a holistic approach to weight management, focusing on sustainable habits and understanding the complex physiology of weight regulation.

🌿 Join our Weight Loss and Wellness Programs to learn more about how to achieve long-lasting weight loss that works with your body, not against it.



Source: Hall & Guo. (2017) Gastroenterology

10/17/2025

🌟 Understanding Weight Loss Medications: A Comprehensive Guide 🌟

Navigating the world of weight loss medications can be daunting. That’s why we’ve compiled a thorough comparison of the top options available today. From effectiveness to side effects, our latest blog post covers what you need to know to make an informed choice. 📚💡

👉 Click the link below to access the full article. And don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or to share your personal experiences with weight loss medications!

Read the Blog
https://www.lifestylemedicinemaine.com/post/compare-weight-loss-medications

10/10/2025

🌟 Health and wellness are about so much more than just eating right—they’re about community, stress management, and staying active! 🌱 That’s why we’re excited to announce our NEW Pickleball Meetup happening every Friday at the Eastern Promenade in Portland, ME! 🎾

Come join us for some fun, fitness, and a chance to connect with others who share your passion for healthy living. Check out our Community Event Calendar for all the details, and make sure to RSVP. We can’t wait to see you out there!

RSVP on the Lifestyle Medicine Maine App: https://www.lifestylemedicinemaine.com/get-the-weight-loss-and-wellness-program-app

09/21/2025

We’re beyond excited to reveal the fantastic progress our participants have made with the Weight Loss and Wellness Program! Here’s a quick look at our successes:

✅ 220.32 lbs lost in total ✅ Average LDL/ApoB drop of 10.3 points, with some of us achieving a drop of 50+ points through diet alone ✅ Major improvements in blood pressure and hs-CRP ✅ 86% of Pre-diabetes participants normalized their A1c’s

With our next round starting in just 2 weeks, now is the perfect time to join us and start your own journey toward better health. Explore the results and get inspired!

✨Maine State Residents✨ Sign Up Today to secure your spot at https://lifestylemedicinemaine.com

Our last session of the year begins on Sunday, October 5th at 9am EST via zoom! See you there!

09/20/2025

🌟 Embrace the Journey with Kindness and Patience 🌟

As we strive for better health and personal growth, it's crucial to be gentle with ourselves. Growth is not a race; it’s a journey that should be nurtured with kindness and understanding. 🌈

Here’s how to be more gentle with yourself:
- Set Realistic Goals: Adjust your expectations to more attainable and kind standards.
- Listen to Your Body: Take breaks when needed and don’t push too hard.
- Seek Support: Surround yourself with people who uplift you.

👇 What’s one way you’ve been kind to yourself lately? Let’s share some positivity and encouragement in the comments!

👉 Visit our page for more tips on embracing a gentle approach to personal growth.

https://www.lifestylemedicinemaine.com/

09/05/2025

🌟 New in 2025: Weekly Plant-Based Cooking Classes in Portland, ME! 🌟

We all know what to do to eat healthier, but actually doing it is where real change happens. That’s why Lifestyle Medicine Maine is launching Weekly Wednesday Cooking Meetups in 2025, from 5:30-6:30 PM.

Here’s the best part: our medical clinician, Jessica Krol, FNP, DipACLM, is pursuing certification as a Professional Plant-Based Chef—and YOU get to learn alongside her!

💡 What to Expect:
Fun, hands-on cooking sessions in Jessica’s home kitchen.
Practical skills like knife handling, exploring flavors, cooking with healthy fats, and more.
A supportive community prioritizing health and wellness together.

💼 Who can join?
Active Lifestyle Medicine Maine members—completely FREE!

🔪 What to bring:
Your own knife, cutting board (for veggies), and a bench scraper.

📲 RSVP now through the Lifestyle Medicine Maine App (Radish Icon) so we can plan appropriately!

Interested in becoming a member? Schedule a free consultation to learn how we can help you reach your health goals: https://l.bttr.to/5EA7Y

Together, we’ll make delicious meals! 🌱🍲

08/31/2025

📅 Hands-On Nutrition Since Day One 🌱

Since January 2024, we’ve been on a mission to take nutrition from theory to practice. Here at Lifestyle Medicine Maine, we prioritize hands-on, practical guidance to help you apply the things we know we should be doing but sometimes struggle to make a reality. 💡

If you’re ready to bridge that gap and learn how to optimize your nutrition with real-world solutions, now is the perfect time to join us.

🚨 Session 08 of our Weight Loss & Wellness Program is starting soon in October 2025! 🚨

Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, reverse prediabetes, lower cholesterol, or simply feel your best, this program is packed with actionable tools to make sustainable changes.

🌿 What makes it different?
• Step-by-step guidance
• Community support
• Simple, practical strategies you can start using right away

💻 Join us live on Zoom each Sunday and take the first step toward a healthier you.

✨ Let’s make what you know into what you do.

📲 Learn more and sign up today at [link in bio]!