{"id":40439,"date":"2024-12-04T16:13:57","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T21:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/?page_id=40439"},"modified":"2026-03-05T15:19:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T20:19:43","slug":"the-lifestyle-medicine-initiative","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/the-lifestyle-medicine-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"Lifestyle Medicine Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><strong>Lifestyle Medicine<\/strong> Initiative<\/h1>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP193711541 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP193711541 BCX0\">Our aim is to educate GWI delegates and the world about the importance of lifestyle and\u00a0behaviors for <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP193711541 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP193711541 BCX0\">health, longevity, mental health, and overall well-being. We will be bringing\u00a0the best minds in Lifestyle <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP193711541 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP193711541 BCX0\">Medicine, the ancient lessons of identification and research\u00a0of the world\u2019s healthiest, longest-lived <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP193711541 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP193711541 BCX0\">communities, and principles of positive lifestyle\u00a0habits. Combining the lifestyle approach to medicine <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP193711541 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP193711541 BCX0\">and an evidence-based approach\u00a0to well-being therapies and treatments along with 21st-century <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP193711541 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP193711541 BCX0\">longevity research and diagnostics to identify ways to sustainably improve well-being. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-global-wellness-institute\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Connect with us on LinkedIn.<\/strong><\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXP193711541 BCX0\">\u200b<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>The Latest News and Resources<\/h2>\n<div class=\"pt-cv-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"pt-cv-view pt-cv-grid pt-cv-colsys\" id=\"pt-cv-view-61909221kl\">\n<div data-id=\"pt-cv-page-1\" class=\"pt-cv-page\" data-cvc=\"3\">\n<div class=\"col-md-4 col-sm-4 col-xs-12 pt-cv-content-item pt-cv-1-col\"  data-pid=\"46733\">\n<div class='pt-cv-ifield'><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/global-wellness-institute-blog\/2026\/01\/20\/bringing-healthcare-into-the-kitchen-harnessing-the-power-of-food-as-medicine\/\" class=\"_self pt-cv-href-thumbnail pt-cv-thumb-default cvplbd cvp-responsive-image img-none\" target=\"_self\" data-iw=\"300\" data-ih=\"200\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Beautiful.ai-GWI-LMI-Food-As-Medicine-Webinar-9.25.2025-Slide-5-300x200.jpeg\" class=\"pt-cv-thumbnail img-none\" alt=\"Bringing Healthcare Into the Kitchen: Harnessing the Power of Food as Medicine\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Beautiful.ai-GWI-LMI-Food-As-Medicine-Webinar-9.25.2025-Slide-5-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Beautiful.ai-GWI-LMI-Food-As-Medicine-Webinar-9.25.2025-Slide-5-600x400.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"pt-cv-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/global-wellness-institute-blog\/2026\/01\/20\/bringing-healthcare-into-the-kitchen-harnessing-the-power-of-food-as-medicine\/\" class=\"_self cvplbd\" target=\"_self\" data-iw=\"300\" data-ih=\"200\">Bringing Healthcare Into The Kitchen: Harnessing the Power of Food As Medicine<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-4 col-sm-4 col-xs-12 pt-cv-content-item pt-cv-1-col\"  data-pid=\"51221\">\n<div class='pt-cv-ifield'><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/global-wellness-institute-blog\/2026\/01\/18\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-resources\/\" class=\"_self pt-cv-href-thumbnail pt-cv-thumb-default cvplbd cvp-responsive-image img-none\" target=\"_self\" data-iw=\"300\" data-ih=\"200\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/gwi_initiativesocial_lifestyle_medicine_initiative_v1_960-300x200.jpg\" class=\"pt-cv-thumbnail img-none\" alt=\"Lifestyle Medicine Initiative resources \u2013 Global Wellness Institute\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/gwi_initiativesocial_lifestyle_medicine_initiative_v1_960-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/gwi_initiativesocial_lifestyle_medicine_initiative_v1_960-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"pt-cv-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/global-wellness-institute-blog\/2026\/01\/18\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-resources\/\" class=\"_self cvplbd\" target=\"_self\" data-iw=\"300\" data-ih=\"200\">Lifestyle Medicine Initiative Resources<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-md-4 col-sm-4 col-xs-12 pt-cv-content-item pt-cv-1-col\"  data-pid=\"42716\">\n<div class='pt-cv-ifield'><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/global-wellness-institute-blog\/2025\/04\/02\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-trends-for-2025\/\" class=\"_self pt-cv-href-thumbnail pt-cv-thumb-default cvplbd cvp-responsive-image img-none\" target=\"_self\" data-iw=\"300\" data-ih=\"200\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-02-at-3.58.55\u202fPM-300x200.png\" class=\"pt-cv-thumbnail img-none\" alt=\"Lifestyle Medicine Initiative Trends for 2025\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"pt-cv-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/global-wellness-institute-blog\/2025\/04\/02\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-trends-for-2025\/\" class=\"_self cvplbd\" target=\"_self\" data-iw=\"300\" data-ih=\"200\">Lifestyle Medicine Initiative Trends for 2025<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" id=\"pt-cv-inline-style-0e52b23c2j\">#pt-cv-view-61909221kl .pt-cv-title a, #pt-cv-view-61909221kl  .panel-title { font-weight: 600 !important; }\n#pt-cv-view-61909221kl .pt-cv-readmore  { color: #ffffff !important; background-color: #00aeef !important; }\n#pt-cv-view-61909221kl .pt-cv-readmore:hover  { color: #ffffff !important; background-color: #00aeef !important; }\n#pt-cv-view-61909221kl .cvp-responsive-image[style*=\"background-image\"] { width: 300px; max-height: 200px; overflow: hidden; aspect-ratio: 1.5 }\n#pt-cv-view-61909221kl .cvp-responsive-image img { max-width: 300px; max-height: 200px; aspect-ratio: 1.5 }<\/style>\n<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Objectives<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">Our goal is to foster sustainable services around wellness and <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">lifestyle\u00a0medicine to enhance and extend life, and to find the pressure <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">points where\u00a0healthcare and self-care intersect. Evidence-based lifestyle <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">medicine has\u00a0emerged as the future of healthcare, as it controls costs <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">and delivers better\u00a0health outcomes by treating root causes of disease. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">We are excited to\u00a0exchange ideas and initiatives and build a bridge <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">to\/with other Initiatives to\u00a0cross-pollinate and take advantage of the <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP154282100 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@000000,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP154282100 BCX0\">intersections of well-being\u00a0innovations.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Initiative Leadership<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wrc-column-grid wrc-column-grid-4\">\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1 wrc-column-start\" >\n<p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-40441\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-27-at-12.27.06-PM-e1732732256480-269x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"269\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-27-at-12.27.06-PM-e1732732256480-269x300.png 269w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-27-at-12.27.06-PM-e1732732256480-600x669.png 600w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Screenshot-2024-11-27-at-12.27.06-PM-e1732732256480.png 653w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 269px) 100vw, 269px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-3 wrc-column-end\" >\n<h2>Initiative Chair<\/h2>\n<p>Dr. Melissa Sundermann, D<span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP84544111 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@595959,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP84544111 BCX0\">ouble Board-Certified Physician, <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP227721155 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@595959,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP227721155 BCX0\">Lifestyle Medicine Well-Being <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun MacChromeBold SCXP227721155 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-scheme-color=\"@595959,,\" data-usefontface=\"true\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXP227721155 BCX0\">Coach<\/span><\/span>, Co-Founder of REVIVE, United States<\/p>\n<p>Dr. Melissa Sundermann is a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine with over 25 years of experience. She specializes in Longevity and Lifestyle Medicine at Lifespan Medicine and has advanced training in Integrative and Mind Body Medicine. Known as \u201cDoctor Outdoors,\u201d she is the Founding Chair of the Nature as Medicine sub-committee for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. A passionate advocate for healthy living, Dr. Sundermann co-founded REVIVE! Lifestyle Medicine Well-Being Coaching, creates educational content for health organizations, and actively pursues outdoor activities, including marathons, triathlons, and ultramarathons. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/melissa-sundermann-do-dipablm-faclm-226819146\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Connect with me on LinkedIn.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .wrc-column-grid --><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wrc-column-grid wrc-column-grid-4\">\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1 wrc-column-start\" >\n<p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40487 size-medium alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-12.36.11-PM-283x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"283\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-12.36.11-PM-283x300.png 283w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-12.36.11-PM-600x636.png 600w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-12.36.11-PM-24x24.png 24w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Screenshot-2024-12-04-at-12.36.11-PM.png 634w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 283px) 100vw, 283px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-3 wrc-column-end\" >\n<h2>Vice-Chair<\/h2>\n<p>Sunil Kumar, MD, Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician, United Kingdom<\/p>\n<div class=\"ewa-rteLine\">Sunil Kumar, MD, MBBS, MRCA, FCAI, FRSA, FBSLM, DipIBLM, a Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician with over 30 years of medical expertise, specializes in preventative care, longevity, and holistic health. With a background in anesthesiology and fellowships from the College of Anaesthetists Ireland and BSLM, he integrates evidence-based lifestyle interventions with emerging longevity science to enhance healthspan and lifespan. A Master Health Coach and Diplomate of the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Kumar has mentored future practitioners as a former BSLM Lead Tutor and serves as a Council Member of the Royal Society of Medicine\u2019s Food &amp; Health Forum. A sought-after speaker and author, he addresses topics like physician burnout and workplace nutrition, demonstrating the power of lifestyle changes in chronic disease management and prehabilitation. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/drsunilkumarlifestylemedicine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Connect with me on LinkedIn.<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .wrc-column-grid --><\/div>\n<div class=\"ewa-rteLine\"><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/the-lifestyle-medicine-initiative\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-members\/\"><strong>VIEW ALL MEMBERS<\/strong><\/a><span class=\"EOP SCXP154282100 BCX0\">\u200b<\/span><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"wrc-column-grid wrc-column-grid-3\">\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1 wrc-column-start\" >\n<h3>Initiative Members<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-22145 size-full alignnone\" style=\"margin-top: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_aqua.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"29\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_aqua.png 819w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_aqua-300x11.png 300w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_aqua-768x27.png 768w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_aqua-600x21.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Meet the renowned thought leaders in this field who are collaborating to educate and evolve wellness in this area of global importance.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/the-lifestyle-medicine-initiative\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-members\/\"><strong>VIEW MEMBERS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1\" >\n<h3>Resources<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-22143 size-full alignnone\" style=\"margin-top: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_green.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"29\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_green.png 819w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_green-300x11.png 300w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_green-768x27.png 768w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_green-600x21.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>More to come soon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<div  class=\"wrc-column wrc-column-width-1 wrc-column-end\" >\n<h3>Contact Initiative<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22144 size-full\" style=\"margin-top: 10px;\" src=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_purple.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"819\" height=\"29\" srcset=\"https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_purple.png 819w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_purple-300x11.png 300w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_purple-768x27.png 768w, https:\/\/globalwellnessinstitute.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/bar_purple-600x21.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Connect with the Lifestyle Medicine Initiative on LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/lifestyle-medicine-initiative-global-wellness-institute\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CONTACT<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .wrc-column-grid --><\/p>\n ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lifestyle Medicine Initiative Our aim is to educate GWI delegates and the world about the importance of lifestyle and\u00a0behaviors for health, longevity, mental health, and overall well-being. We will be bringing\u00a0the best minds in Lifestyle Medicine, the ancient lessons of identification and research\u00a0of the world\u2019s healthiest, longest-lived communities, and principles of positive lifestyle\u00a0habits. 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