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Anxiety, Smoking, and Overeating: Why Willpower Is the Wrong Target
Your patient knows smoking is harmful. They have heard it at every consultation. They still smoke. The problem is not information. It is not motivation. It is a habit loop running on anxiety, and it will keep running until the anxiety is addressed. Lifestyle Medicine reframes smoking, overeating, and risky substance use as predictable neurobiological responses to chronic stress, not moral or motivational failures. That reframe changes what you do in the consultation. Instead

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Mar 137 min read


Transforming Healthcare in Singapore with Lifestyle Medicine
The Cornerstones of Sustainable Health in Singapore Many people turn first to quick fixes or medication. However, sustainable health improvement often begins with everyday choices. Lifestyle Medicine serves as an essential component of Singapore’s healthcare landscape. It aligns directly with HealthierSG, which focuses on empowering individuals to take an active role in their health. Lifestyle Medicine matters more than ever in healthcare today. It tackles the root causes of

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Nov 6, 20254 min read


Guide to Completing SGLM Membership Registration Forms
If you believe in our mission and are looking to become part of a vibrant network of the Singaporean Society of Lifestyle Medicine (SGLM), the first step is often filling out a membership registration form. I’m here to walk you through everything you need to know, with clear tips and practical advice. Why This Membership Registration Guide Matters Filling out a membership registration form is more than just ticking boxes. It’s your introduction to a community that shares your

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Nov 2, 20252 min read


A Step-by-Step Guide for Singaporeans to Apply for the IBLM Examination and Certification
Here’s a step-by-step guide for a Singaporean to apply for the IBLM (International Board of Lifestyle Medicine) examination and certification

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Jul 23, 20253 min read


Special 10% Discount for #LM2025 Lifestyle Medicine Conference
Exclusive 10% Discount for #LM2025 Lifestyle Medicine Conference. Valid till 18th Aug, Online Access only

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May 21, 20251 min read


Where can I learn more?
If you are interested in diving deeper into the principles of Lifestyle Medicine, here are a few suggestions of where you can start. 1....

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Jun 1, 20242 min read


How is Lifestyle Medicine different from other modalities of healthcare?
With the growing array of terms used to describe different aspects of healthcare, such as integrative, functional, holistic, alternative, and preventive medicine, amongst many more, it can be challenging to grasp their distinctions. Consequently, it's common for people to lump several of these terms together. Colleagues at the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine (BSLM) have prepared several documents to help solidify the understanding of what Lifestyle Medicine really is, a

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May 2, 20241 min read


SGLM is officially live!
The founding members of the Singaporean Society of Lifestyle Medicine are excited and proud to announce that the registration of the...

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Sep 25, 20231 min read
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