Foundation in Lifestyle Medicine
The HelifCare Foundation course is designed for busy healthcare professionals who want to understand the 'why' and 'how' of lifestyle medicine. Over eight weeks, we cover the epidemiology of chronic disease, the science of the six pillars, and foundational behavior change skills. This course serves as the prerequisite for our Certification Pathway.
Target Audience
All providers new to lifestyle medicine
Key Outcome
Certificate of Foundation Knowledge
Curriculum Modules
Intro to Lifestyle Medicine
4 Hours
Topics Covered
Defining LM
Epidemiology
Root Cause vs. Symptom Management
Learning Objectives
- Define Lifestyle Medicine
- Understand global chronic disease trends
The Power of Nutrition
6 Hours
Topics Covered
WFPB Evidence
Micronutrients
Cultural Food Databases
Learning Objectives
- Explain nutritional mechanisms of reversal
- Adapt WFPB to local diets
Physical Activity Prescription
4 Hours
Topics Covered
Exercise Physiology
NEAT
Sustainability
Learning Objectives
- Prescribe movement based on ability
Restorative Sleep
4 Hours
Topics Covered
Sleep Cycles
CBT-I Basics
Metabolic Impact
Learning Objectives
- Screen for sleep disorders
- Implement sleep hygiene
Stress & Resilience
4 Hours
Topics Covered
Physiology of Stress
Mindfulness
Vagal Tone
Learning Objectives
- Teach basic breathing techniques
Social Connection
4 Hours
Topics Covered
Loneliness as Risk
Support Cohorts
Learning Objectives
- Leverage group visits for outcomes
Behavior Change
6 Hours
Topics Covered
Motivational Interviewing
Goal Setting
Learning Objectives
- Master the OARS technique
Clinical Integration
4 Hours
Topics Covered
Case Studies
Practice Management
Learning Objectives
- Design a 30-day patient plan