Teen Lifestyle Medicine

This account discusses evidence based skills for healthy living based on the Teen Lifestyle Medicine Handbook

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Thinking about making a switch to a #WFPB diet? Well there's no time like the present! There are so many healthier protein alternatives to red meat and processed meat like beans, lentils, and nuts. Try them out today! #WFPB #redmeat #teenlidestylemedicine

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Starting a new routine is hard work! The best way to create healthy habits is to start smaller than you think and build up to larger goals. #goalsetting #SMARTgoal #wellness #teenlifestylemedicine

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Shocking, isn’t it? Stress and stress-related illness has a profound effect on not just our health, but so much more. Nearly everything is affected in one way or another by stress. #wellness #teenlifestylemedicine #stress #ACLM

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Cost is a huge factor in determine what you are able to eat in a day. Especially post-COVID, food prices are massively inflated which can make starting a healthy diet look even more daunting. Good to know that beans, grains, nuts and seeds are some of the cheapest healthy options

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#researchWednesday ! Did you know that the kind of sleep your body experiences changes drastically from infancy to adolescence? We all know that infants sleep a LOT, but they spend a lot more time in REM sleep than adolescents too!

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When you are sleep deprived your body reduces its production of leptin, a hormone that tells your body when it’s full, which can lead to unpleasant feelings of being hungry and the possibility of overeating. Just another reason why sleep is so important! #teenlifestylemedicine

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Want to find more informational and colorful slides like this? Check out the ACLM Connect page and search for the Teen Lifestyle Medicine Curriculum to find a free selection of slide decks and activity packets you can use to educate teens! #teenlifestylemedicine

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As cheesy as it sounds, practicing gratitude can greatly improve your mood and overall outlook on life. Don't underestimate the power of reframing a situation to focus on the positive rather than dwelling on the negative. #wellness #gratitude #teenlifestylemedicine

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Academics, social issues, appearance, and family life are just a few examples of risk factors that increase stress. Try your best to practice mindfulness and learn other coping skills to keep stress at bay. #wellness #stress #teenlifestylemedicine

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#researchWednesday ! Check out this article on social media use and self-esteem in adolescents. Self-esteem is something many adolescence struggle with partially because of unrealistic standards set by social media, yet it does have useful applications.

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Check out this link to purchase the Teen Lifestyle Medicine Handbook to find out exactly what the benefits of sleep are for the body and mind.
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One of the most important parts of adolescence is learning how to effectively communicate with others. This slide outlines a great basis for developing these skills. To find this slide and more, check out the ACLM connect website and search for the Teen Lifestyle Medicine Curricu

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Don’t let the idea of struggle prevent you from making a positive life change! No good thing comes without a little struggle and adopting a WFPB diet is no different. Be positive and give yourself grace- with time it will become easier. #WFPB #wellness #teenlifestylemedicine

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Rather than focusing on the number of people you feel connected to, focus on the quality of your relationships. Though it might seem like having many friends is better than having a few close friends, trusting relationships are often more fulfilling. #teenlifestylemedicine

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#researchWednesday ! While it may seem hard to define, pediatric sleep health is of the utmost importance. Check out this article on how pediatric sleep health is defined, measured, and improved upon.

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One of the greatest tools in improving your health is doing research! In a world filled with misinformation and misleading media, make sure you get nutrition information from a trustworthy source with cited sources. #nutrition #wellness #teenlifestylemedicine

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If you're a longtime follower, you know that I'm a student at Boston College. One of the biggest events in Boston is the Marathon which is today! In that spirit, try a new kind of physical activity like this relay race to stay healthy. Find this slide and more in our Teen LM Cur

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Wondering where we get all these quotes? Check out The Teen Lifestyle Medicine Handbook on Amazon to learn more about how you can help your teen thrive with Lifestyle Medicine. https://t.co/05i8FKA8TB

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While it is perfectly normal to feel stressed from time to time, prolonged stress as often seen during adolescence can be incredibly damaging. Take time to learn coping mechanisms for your stress so you’re prepared when a stressful situation arises. #stress #teenlifestylemedicine

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Sleep is so important for adolescents and one big factor that can interfere with it is blue light from electronic devices. To learn more about lifestyle medicine and sleep and to download the complete collection of Teen Lifestyle Medicine decks, go to ACLM connect.