Course Category: Lifestyle Medicine & Mental Health

  • Nutritional Psychotraumatology: The Science of Nutrition and Trauma

    CME/CPD Points: 1

    Join  Alice Benskin (Senior nutrition scientist and trainee psychologist specialising in mental health and complex trauma)  as she talks about evidence regarding trauma, particularly in early life, and long-term health outcomes, Impact of chronic stress on eliciting structural brain changes, and impacting on key markers, Biological approaches to trauma ,Psychological approaches to trauma survivors and how this can impact on practitioner’s approach. She also have 3 case studies exploring working with trauma survivors living with chronic illnesses

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  • Designing & Delivering a successful diabetes group coaching service

    CME/CPD Points: 1

    Join Dr. Kiran Sodha (GP | Type 2 Diabetes Remission | Lifestyle medicine | Health innovation) for this exciting webinar on Designing & Delivering a successful diabetes group coaching service

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  • We are One - Why the answers to our chronic pain may not lie only in the nervous system

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Join Rodger Duckworth (BSc (physio), MCSP, MHCPC, MAACO, MACPEM, SEP, NAT, The trauma physio) as he Outline his work and the various ways of looking at chronic pain and illness through both a nervous system lens but much more whole body perspective.

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  • Dietary Ketosis and prevention of age related memory loss

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    This session will delve into how ketosis helps optimize brain function by providing an alternative fuel source (ketones) for brain cells, improving memory, and reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s.

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  • Nutrition for Gestational Diabetes

    CME/CPD Points: 0.5

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    This session is ideal for healthcare professionals, expectant mothers, and anyone interested in understanding the crucial role nutrition plays in maintaining a healthy pregnancy.

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  • Trauma Informed Pain Care : A System Based Model

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Trauma and chronic pain often intersect in ways that complicate diagnosis and treatment. In this session, we delve into the science behind trauma-informed care and its application in pain management. You’ll gain valuable insights on how to approach patients with compassion, assess their pain through a trauma-sensitive lens, and use evidence-based practices to improve both physical and emotional well-being. This integrated care approach empowers healthcare professionals to not only manage pain but also support the healing process of individuals who may be suffering from unaddressed trauma.

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  • Overcoming chronic pain: An integrated lifestyle medicine based approach

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Chronic pain is a complex, multifactorial condition that often requires more than just medical interventions. In this webinar, we dive into an integrated lifestyle medicine approach that addresses the root causes of pain and supports healing through personalized lifestyle changes. Learn how diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management can significantly reduce chronic pain and improve overall health. Through this holistic model, healthcare professionals will gain tools to guide patients in making lasting changes that not only alleviate pain but also enhance their quality of life.

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  • Nutrition and Productivity: Enhancing Performance through Healthy Eating & Nutrition to combat stress

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Nutrition plays a fundamental role in enhancing performance, yet many healthcare professionals face significant challenges in maintaining healthy eating habits while balancing their demanding roles. In this webinar, we will explore the latest evidence on how nutrition impacts both physical and mental performance, particularly in high-stress environments like healthcare. Through practical strategies and actionable tips, healthcare professionals will learn how to improve their own eating habits, combat stress with nutrition, and foster a healthier workplace culture that supports overall well-being. Join us for a session designed to empower you with the knowledge to optimize your health and performance through nutrition.

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  • How nutrition and genetics can be used in nutrition practice? Focus on heart health

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Dr. Leta Pilic will start by providing a brief background to the topic explaining the central dogma of molecular biology and how genetic variations may affect our risk of chronic disease and response to nutrients.

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  • Is the 2,000 kcals a day signage the best we can do?

    CME/CPD Points: 0.5

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    While the 2,000 kcal/day guideline has become standard, is it truly the best approach to public health? In this webinar, we’ll explore the science behind energy expenditure and its implications for different groups, from young athletes to individuals struggling with obesity. We’ll examine research findings on caloric needs, weight loss, and fasting, and discuss whether under-eating may be a bigger contributor to overeating than we’ve thought. Join us as we challenge the status quo and consider more individualized, evidence-based recommendations for dietary guidelines.

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  • Winter Flu Prevention: How to optimise your immune system

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Your immune system plays a vital role in defending your body against illness, but what can you do to ensure it functions at its best? In this webinar, we will delve into the science behind immune health and explore practical, evidence-based strategies to optimise your immune system. From nutrition and exercise to stress reduction and sleep, we’ll provide actionable tips for boosting your body’s natural defenses and improving overall well-being. Join us to learn how simple lifestyle adjustments can make a profound difference in your immune health.

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  • A holistic approach to healthy ageing

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    As we age, the right nutrition becomes essential to maintaining health, mobility, and independence. In this webinar, we’ll explore the latest research on how diet influences the ageing process, focusing on the key nutrients and lifestyle factors that support healthy aging. From answering key questions about nutrition for older adults to providing holistic advice on protecting their health, this session will equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to help their patients live and age healthily. Join us for evidence-based insights and practical tips to improve the quality of life for older adults.

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  • Introduction to Nutritional Psychiatry

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Join  Alice Benskin (Senior nutrition scientist and trainee psychologist specialising in mental health and complex trauma)  as she talks about the emerging field of Nutritional Psychiatry, which is centred around the role of diet in neurological diseases, mental health conditions and learning spectrum disorders. It will review current evidence and discuss evidence-based strategies with regards to prevention and management of these conditions.

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  • Omega-3 fatty acids in depression

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Join Dr Simon Dyall for this exciting webinar on the relationship between Omega-3 fatty acids and depression. Research suggests that these essential fats contribute to brain health by influencing neurotransmitter function, reducing inflammation, and supporting the integrity of neuronal cell membranes. Low levels of omega-3s have been linked to an increased risk of mood disorders, while supplementation has shown promise in improving symptoms of depression in some individuals.

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  • Enhancing Performance through Healthy Eating & Nutrition to combat stress

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Join Sarah Gashier (ANutr) for an exciting webinar on Nutrition and Productivity and how can someone enhance performance through Healthy Eating & Nutrition to combat stress.  She touches on various topics like The Link Between Nutrition and Performance,  Nutrition Challenges for Healthcare Professionals (8 minutes),  Evidence-Based Strategies for Healthy Eating, Combatting Stress Through Nutrition, Workplace Initiatives and Support.

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  • The role of exercise in physical and mental health

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Join Dr Hussain Al Zubaidi (MBBC / MRCGP / BSc) for an exciting webinar as he  explains the role of exercise in both physical and mental health, serving as a powerful tool for enhancing overall well-being. Physically, regular activity strengthens the cardiovascular system, improves muscle tone, and boosts immune function, reducing the risk of chronic diseases. Mentally, exercise promotes the release of endorphins and neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and dopamine, which help elevate mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.

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  • Introductory Course on Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine for Community Health Services

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    Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach that incorporates nutrition, physical activity, sleep, mind-body practices, substance reduction, social prescribing, and fostering connections. These elements can then be combined with behaviour change techniques, health coaching and digital health to prevent and treat disease, promoting comprehensive well-being.

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  • Nutritional Psychiatry and Mental Illness

    CME/CPD Points: 1

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    Join senior nutritionist Alice Benskin as she explores the research to date regarding nutrition, dietary quality and mental illness, including depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, psychosis, bipolar, PTSD and BPD.

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