Lifestyle interventions Employer-funded health programs can improve employees’ health, preliminary study finds JAOA study examined participation in the Complete Health Improvement Program. May 9, 2017Tuesday AOA Staff Contact AOA Staff Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Topics JAOAlifestyle medicineresearch Lifestyle-related chronic diseases can affect workplace productivity, leading to reduced performance and increased absenteeism, which ultimately impact an employer’s bottom line. Lifestyle interventions, such as those offered by the Complete Health Improvement Program (CHIP), aim to improve or reverse chronic health problems such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and excess weight through a plant-based, whole-food diet, exercise and stress management. After 160 university employees participated in CHIP for two years, the group’s overall body mass index, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose and triglycerides improved, according to a preliminary study recently published in The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. “Our bodies are capable of healing themselves when a toxic lifestyle is replaced with wholesome living,” says David Drozek, DO, one of the authors of this original research. Read the JAOA article or watch a short video with Dr. Drozek to learn more. More in Lifestyle Beyond the Hill: Making the most of DO Day in Washington, D.C. Connect with lawmakers and explore D.C.’s landmarks, museums and local gems during DO Day. In Memoriam: AOA AVP Chaunessie Baggett, who served the organization for 26 years “Chaunessie’s career was truly extraordinary,” said AOA President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN. “Her smile warmed the hearts of all who crossed her path, and she always took a genuine interest in the well-being of others.” Previous article4 tips to help your patients quit smoking Next articleSOMA members promote health literacy in nation's capital
Beyond the Hill: Making the most of DO Day in Washington, D.C. Connect with lawmakers and explore D.C.’s landmarks, museums and local gems during DO Day.
In Memoriam: AOA AVP Chaunessie Baggett, who served the organization for 26 years “Chaunessie’s career was truly extraordinary,” said AOA President Robert G.G. Piccinini, DO, D.FACN. “Her smile warmed the hearts of all who crossed her path, and she always took a genuine interest in the well-being of others.”