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At Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute (RLMI), we empower individuals to reclaim their health by addressing the root causes of chronic diseases through evidence-based Lifestyle Medicine.

Our programs are designed to prevent, halt, and even reverse conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and obesity—all without relying on medications or restrictive diets.

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Transforming health with whole-food plant-based living

Jumpstart is a two-week program proven to prevent, arrest, and even reverse chronic disease while boosting vitality and well-being—all through a simple, whole-food plant-based diet.

We now offer Jumpstart in two formats:
Live and On-Demand versions!

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Our Programs

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Lose weight, lower cholesterol and blood pressure, and feel better. All through our proven, evidence-based program.

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Improve mood and overall well-being using the latest findings from positive psychology, lifestyle medicine, and neuroscience.

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Partner with a Health Coach and build your path to health, wellness, and well-being.

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Lectures from experts in the field of Lifestyle Medicine on the topics that matter to you.

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Groundbreaking live case discussions on Lifestyle Medicine patients - led by expert panelists. Free CME for clinicians.

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Community dedicated to promoting human and planetary health. Join weekly Q&A Office Hours and monthly WFPB Support meetings.


Our Mission

Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute’s mission is to establish Lifestyle Medicine, especially the adoption of Whole-Food Plant-Based nutrition, as the foundation for health and the healthcare system.

In agreement with the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, we promote whole-food plant-based nutrition, regular physical activity, restorative sleep, stress management, avoidance of risky substances, and positive social connections as the pillars of health. To these we've added three more: enjoying nature, having purpose, and finding joy.  All together these nine pillars make up our Wellness Wheel.

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