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Lifestyle Medicine

Achieving good health is about more than fixing problems after they appear. Quality of health often begins with the choices we make every day for ourselves, our families, and our communities. Those choices are at the center of lifestyle medicine, an emerging specialty focused on preventing, treating, managing or even reversing many of the most common chronic diseases in today's world.

The World Health Organization estimates that up to 80% of non-communicable conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and stroke are preventable when we make better choices in these key areas:

  • Increasing consumption of whole, plant-based foods
  • Increasing aerobic activity
  • Getting enough sleep
  • Decreasing use of tobacco, alcohol, and other unhealthy substances
  • Maintaining healthy relationships
  • Managing stress

The Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine

  • Nutrition

    Food is medicine. Learn how to incorporate more whole foods, fruits, and vegetables into your diet.

  • Physical Activity

    Learn how to make physical activity part of your day-to-day life to improve overall health and well-being.

  • Stress Management

    Stress is inevitable. Learn skills to manage it in healthy and positive ways.

  • Improved Sleep

    Sleep is essential for optimal health. Learn the ins and outs of sleep to get the rest you need.

  • Positive Relationships

    Social connections—friends and family—are key to your wellbeing and directly influence your health.

  • Avoiding Toxic Substances

    Learn strategies to help minimize the impact toxic substances have on your health.

St. Luke's offers both an intensive lifestyle medicine patient program, as well as a-la-carte classes for community members interested in pursuing positive lifestyle changes.

Classes & Events

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    Next Date & Time
    Monday, Aug 18, 2025 10 a.m.-11 a.m.
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    Free, Registration Required

    A healthy diet is key to keeping your kidneys working for as long as possible and feeling your best.

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    Wednesday, Aug 06, 2025 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
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    The insomnia education class is designed to review how insomnia develops, persists over time, and is treated.

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    Tuesday, Aug 05, 2025 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
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    Pivio, the complete health improvement program, addresses the root cause of chronic disease: lifestyle choices.

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    Next Date & Time
    Monday, Aug 04, 2025 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
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    Free, Registration Required

    In this class you will learn about the underlying cause of diabetes and the lifestyle factors that contribute to insulin resistance.

Articles & Resources

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  • Blog Post

    In first year, St. Luke's newest Lifestyle Medicine clinic is getting results in Nampa

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    St. Luke's patient, daughter reach Idaho's greatest heights after major heart operation

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    St. Luke's, community help Riggins woman change her diet — and her life

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    One year in, Lifestyle Medicine has plenty of success stories to share

Support the Patients and Families at St. Luke's Heart

Support the Patients and Families at St. Lukes Heart

You Can Make a Difference

You can make a real difference in the lives of patients and families facing medical challenges. We hope you’ll help us provide the exceptional healthcare and support they deserve. We encourage you to get involved by making a financial gift, sponsoring or attending events, or volunteering your time.