{"title":"Letter to the Editor.","authors":"","doi":"10.1177/15598276251384488","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/15598276251384488","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251384488"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12531177/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145330475","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Effects of the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine on the Performance of High School Athletes: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Laeticia Evang, Joshua E Lewis, Ernst J Nicanord","doi":"10.1177/15598276251388632","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251388632","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>High school athletes face unique challenges, including balancing academic and athletic demands, addressing mental health concerns, maintaining adequate nutrition and sleep, and mitigating risks such as substance use and maladaptive behaviors. Female athletes frequently encounter additional issues, including amenorrhea and irregular menses. Lifestyle Medicine, encompassing nutrition, sleep, stress management, physical activity, avoidance of risky substances, and social connection, offers a promising framework for addressing these challenges through targeted, evidence-based interventions.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A review of peer-reviewed studies from the last 15 years was conducted using databases like PubMed, Scopus, and Embase. Studies focused on athletes aged 14-18 were included, with 1423 studies screened and 31 meeting inclusion criteria. Studies on nonathlete populations and adults were excluded.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Of the 31 included studies, 6 addressed nutrition, 3 physical activity, 5 sleep, 5 stress management, 7 avoidance of risky substances, and 5 social connection. Notably, 52.1% of female athletes were found to be at risk for low energy availability (LEA), and over 79% of athletes reported sleeping fewer than 8 h per night, below the recommended range of 8-10 h for adolescents. Stress management emerged as a critical gap, with 91% of athletes reporting sport-related stress, yet only 27% received professional support. High-contact sports were associated with increased risks of substance misuse, including lifetime opioid use rates as high as 46% in some cohorts.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This review underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions such as nutrition education programs, sleep hygiene initiatives, and mindfulness-based stress management tailored to high school athletes. Addressing these gaps within the framework of Lifestyle Medicine can enhance both performance and long-term well-being. Future research should evaluate the effectiveness of these interventions and explore their clinical and developmental implications.</p>","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251388632"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12521165/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145309672","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Lifestyle Medicine in Cardio-Oncology-Addressing Cardiovascular Risks From the 3 C's: Cancer, Cancer Therapies, and Conventional Risk Factors.","authors":"Morgan Perry, Sneha Baxi Srivastava","doi":"10.1177/15598276251381627","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251381627","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Lifestyle medicine interventions are well established for the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and are increasingly applied to people with cancer, who face elevated cardiovascular risk from both the disease and its treatments. Cardio-oncology, an emerging subspecialty, focuses on prevention, management, and treatment of CVD in patients with cancer and survivors. Incorporating lifestyle medicine principles-such as physical activity, healthy diet, stress management, and social connections-can help mitigate CVD risk in this population. This article reviews the impact of cancer and its therapies on cardiovascular health, current guideline recommendations, and the importance of an interprofessional, holistic approach to individualized care.</p>","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251381627"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12521147/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145309691","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Response to Letter to the Editor by Dr Mohan \".","authors":"Constantina Constantinou, Magdalini Kreouzi, Nikolaos Theodorakis","doi":"10.1177/15598276251384900","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251384900","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251384900"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12511002/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145281457","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Constructive Commentary on \"Lessons Learned From Blue Zones, Lifestyle Medicine Pillars and Beyond\".","authors":"Abhijith Mohan","doi":"10.1177/15598276251384905","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251384905","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251384905"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12510983/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145281507","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Make America Healthy Again: The Unfortunate Politization of a Brand With Unifying Potential.","authors":"Ross Arena, Nicolaas P Pronk, Colin Woodard","doi":"10.1177/15598276251387637","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251387637","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251387637"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12507795/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145281448","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Paul Marcel Nindenshuti, María Isabel Ortega-Vélez, Graciela Caire-Juvera
{"title":"Eating Behavior and Physical Activity Changes Among Adult Mexican Women After the COVID-19 Pandemic.","authors":"Paul Marcel Nindenshuti, María Isabel Ortega-Vélez, Graciela Caire-Juvera","doi":"10.1177/15598276251385490","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251385490","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Aims:</b> The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted daily lifestyles worldwide. Its long-term effects on physical activity (PA) and eating behaviors (EB) among Mexican women, who already face barriers to adopting healthy lifestyles, remain unclear. This study aimed to compare PA and EB among adult Mexican women before and after the pandemic. <b>Methods:</b> A cross-sectional study with retrospective data collection was conducted using structured questionnaires. Participants reported their pre- and post-pandemic PA and EB. <b>Results:</b> A total of 104 women, with a mean age of 52.4 ± 9.5 years, participated in the study. Overall, PA levels decreased significantly after the pandemic (<i>P</i> < 0.05), with notable decreases among women without a cancer history, postmenopausal women, homemakers, and those with overweight or obesity. Time spent in overall PA (z = 4.6; r = 0.45) and moderate-to-vigorous PA (z = 5.1; r = 0.50) decreased, while sitting time increased (z = -3.8; r = 0.37) (<i>P</i> < 0.001). In contrast, overall EB did not change significantly; however, employed women and those without a history of cancer reported significant changes in EB after the pandemic (<i>P</i> < 0.05). <b>Conclusions:</b> Despite the end of the pandemic, its effects on PA and EB persist among Mexican women. Targeted, culturally sensitive interventions, along with ongoing monitoring, are essential to reduce long-term health risks in this population.</p>","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251385490"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12494588/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145233797","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ava Baghaei, Hae Soo Kim, Rachel Dolhun, Dean Sherzai, Khashayar Dashtipour
{"title":"Review of the Effects of Lifestyle Modification on Parkinson's Disease.","authors":"Ava Baghaei, Hae Soo Kim, Rachel Dolhun, Dean Sherzai, Khashayar Dashtipour","doi":"10.1177/15598276251384591","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251384591","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by both motor and non-motor symptoms that significantly impair quality of life. While clinical heterogeneity results from genetic and biological factors are nonmodifiable factors of PD, growing evidence highlights the impact of modifiable factors on symptom management, disease progression and quality of life. This review synthesizes current research on the role of sleep, diet, stress management, and physical activity in PD. Sleep disturbances, affecting nearly 88% of patients, exacerbate both motor and non-motor symptoms and may accelerate disease progression. Treatment strategies include sleep hygiene, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and pharmacologic interventions customized for particular specific sleep disorders. Nutritional interventions, particularly Mediterranean or MIND diets, are linked to slower disease progression, while poor dietary habits may worsen outcomes. Stress and psychological distress, including depression and anxiety, are prevalent, and mindfulness practices provide substantial relief. Physical exercise, especially aerobic and strength training, helps improve motor function, cognitive performance, and quality of life, and programs lasting more than 12 weeks are more effective. These modifiable factors help improve PD treatments and quality of life.</p>","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251384591"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12494586/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145233761","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Crislainy Vieira Freitas, Daniela Cristina Carvalho de Abreu, Ewertton de Souza Bezerra, Ayrles Silva Gonçalves Barbosa Mendonça, Pedro Porto Alegre Baptista, Renato Campos Freire Junior
{"title":"Factors Associated With Good Intrinsic Capacity in Community-Dwelling Older Adults.","authors":"Crislainy Vieira Freitas, Daniela Cristina Carvalho de Abreu, Ewertton de Souza Bezerra, Ayrles Silva Gonçalves Barbosa Mendonça, Pedro Porto Alegre Baptista, Renato Campos Freire Junior","doi":"10.1177/15598276251382850","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251382850","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Intrinsic capacity (IC) is defined as the set of individual physical and mental abilities, the preservation of which will influence functional skills throughout aging. Therefore, it is important that its assessment be incorporated into healthcare services to support the adoption of preventive approaches in the field of gerontology. This study aimed to evaluete the factors associated with good intrinsic capacity (IC) among community-dwelling older adults participating in social groups in Brazil. This is a cross-sectional study that assessed the 5 domains of IC, using validated instruments, and analyzed the association of the total IC score with sociodemographic data, health conditions, history of falls, mobility in the living space and balance. 170 individuals aged 72.3 (±8.0) years participated in the study, mostly female. Half of the subjects had preserved IC, who showed better performance in all domains. The factors negatively associated with IC were an income below the minimum wage (OR 0.026 [0.002-0.296]) and number of comorbidities (OR 0.691 [0.536-0.890]), while the number of surgeries (OR 1.326 [1.058-1.661]) and good balance (OR 1.417 [1.216-1.651]) were positively associated with IC. These results point to specific strategies to address the demands of the population in the pursuit of IC preservation.</p>","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251382850"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12488610/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145233746","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Aliye B Cepni, Jessica M Kirschmann, Adalisa Rodriguez, Craig A Johnston
{"title":"When Routines Break: The Health Implications of Disrupted Daily Life.","authors":"Aliye B Cepni, Jessica M Kirschmann, Adalisa Rodriguez, Craig A Johnston","doi":"10.1177/15598276251381626","DOIUrl":"10.1177/15598276251381626","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Disruptions to daily routines, such as those caused by holidays or the COVID-19 pandemic, have been linked to unhealthy changes in physical activity, sleep, and diet. The Structured Days Hypothesis (in children) and the Social Zeitgeber Model (in adults) provide theoretical frameworks that explain how routines influence lifestyle behaviors. Together, these models highlight daily routines as a modifiable behavioral risk factor that can promote healthier lifestyles. Integrating routine-building strategies into clinical practice, especially during times when routines are most vulnerable to disruption, represents a low-cost and scalable approach to health promotion. This article outlines practical strategies that health care providers can use to help patients establish and sustain daily routines.</p>","PeriodicalId":47480,"journal":{"name":"American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine","volume":" ","pages":"15598276251381626"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12479442/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145207735","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}