Welcome to the August edition of Whole Health Digest — offered free of charge by the nonprofit Ardmore Institute of Health (AIH) and home to insights, inspiration, and announcements from the world of Whole Health.

In today's newsletter, you'll discover:

• A free AAFP credit system approved CME featuring Full Plate Living
• What can be learned from patients who reject their “doctor’s orders”
• The life-giving power of gratitude
• And more

News and Journal Highlights

​What Can Be Learned From "Nonadherent Patients" to Promote the Health of Populations?​
​Patient nonadherence is a frustrating dilemma for clinicians who want to help people live vibrant, healthy lives. Why do people so often stray from their doctor’s expert advice? This article unpacks four reasons and shares a framework that could change how we approach prescriptive medicine. (Source: JAMA Forum)

​Experiencing Gratitude Associated With Greater Longevity Among Older Adults
Diet and exercise are often touted as the cornerstones of Lifestyle Medicine, but other healthy habits can also have remarkable effects on health. For example, a recent study suggests that practicing gratitude can help older adults live longer. “Gratitude appeared protective against every specific cause of mortality studied, most significantly against cardiovascular disease.” (Source: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health)

​How to Make a Nation of Meat Eaters Crave the Humble Bean​
​How can America reverse its trend of heart disease? What can be done to slow the effects of climate change? Surprisingly, these two different questions might share a common answer: Eat more beans. The average American devours around 22 pounds of chicken for every one pound of black beans they consume. This article highlights the need for change, and reminds us that “when a bean conversion does happen, it can be an almost religious experience.” (Source: New York Times)

This article is part of the New York Times opinion series, What to Eat on a Burning Planet.

AIH Grants

Featured Grant: Loma Linda's Adventist Health Study

Ardmore Institute of Health supports Loma Linda University to implement the first initiative in the nation to use therapeutic meals as a treatment in an inpatient setting. Click here to learn more about this project and AIH’s foundational support of the Adventist Health Study.

Since 2014, Ardmore Institute of Health has granted over $18 million to Whole Health projects and initiatives. To learn more about AIH's granting work, click here.

Announcements

Free Workshop on Spirituality and Depression

Depression affects millions of people every year, and research suggests spirituality might be able to help. In this free August 20th workshop, Elliot Smith will explore the ways depression can especially discourage people with a faith tradition and how various spiritual practices can help us cope with symptoms of depression.

Elliot is the manager of the Spiritual Care department at the Kettering Main Hospital and has experience working as an individual and group therapist. He is also an ordained minister, holding a Master of Arts in Theology and a Masters in Social Work.

Register Here

Don't Miss the Family Medicine Experience (FMX) 2024

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is hosting Family Medicine Experience (FMX) in Phoenix, AZ on September 24-28, 2024. Full Plate Living will exhibit and share more about free nutrition resources available to family physicians and their patients.

​Click here to learn more and register.​

RESOURCES

Free CME Available: Implementing Shared Medical Appointments Utilizing Full Plate Living

AIH is delighted to offer a free AAFP credit system approved CME to support physicians in implementing shared medical appointments (SMA) utilizing Full Plate Living. The CME includes:

• Best practices for implementing a SMA
• Resources available to make delivering a SMA easier
• The Full Plate Living approach to improve nutrition and health

Learn More and Register

Lifestyle Medicine Patient Education Handouts

AIH and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) developed patient education handouts (in English and Spanish) with more information on Lifestyle Medicine and 6 areas to improve health. Click here to access the handouts.

This resource, among many others, can be found on the new AIH Resource Hub.

August and September: Live Coaching Calls Included in Free Healthy Living Membership

Full Plate Living, a free service of AIH, empowers individuals to achieve lasting well-being by adding more whole, unprocessed fiber foods to their existing diet. This approach promotes achievable lifestyle changes that can lead to increased energy levels, lower cholesterol, improved blood sugar control, and weight loss.

Referring your patients to our free online program is an easy way to share Full Plate Living, and we provide all of the resources you need.

Plus, people who sign up now will also be invited to join us for four group check-in calls, where our team will answer questions about the lessons they’re taking, help them troubleshoot challenges they’re facing, and offer lots of encouragement.

Learn More

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We hope you found today's newsletter informative and inspiring. We'll be back next month with another edition of Whole Health Digest.

Sincerely,
The AIH Team

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