British Society of Lifestyle Medicine

British Society of Lifestyle Medicine Preventing, treating, managing and reversing chronic disease using evidence-based lifestyle medicine. Visit www.bslm.org.uk for more information.

Imagine a world free from an ever increasing burden of disease related to living an

unhealthy lifestyle; a world free from disease which is currently suppressing the wellbeing

of individuals, straining society healthcare systems and driving inequality. The current

management of lifestyle-related diseases is dominated by the use of pharmaceuticals, but

this approach does not tackle the root causes of such diseases. The British Society of

Lifestyle Medicine (BSLM) believes that using Lifestyle as Medicine is a more effective

and sustainable way of managing illness. Lifestyle Medicine is not only simple and cost-effective, it empowers individuals to take

their health into their own hands. BSLM is building a multidisciplinary network of

healthcare professionals who believe in re-energising the healthcare system and

reframing it away from disease towards health. We are a group who want to collaborate

by sharing our knowledge of using Lifestyle as Medicine to build a reliable, evidence-
informed resource which can help you and your patients to lead healthier lifestyles. BSLM

warmly invites you to join an energetic, resourceful and creative society and to be part of

a global alliance for sustainable healthy change. Let’s turn the tide of disease for the

greater good of our patients, our communities, ourselves and our planet.

Did you catch Yakult Science for Health's symposium at BSLM 2026? 🦠If the gut–skin axis sparked your interest, BSLM orga...
24/09/2026

Did you catch Yakult Science for Health's symposium at BSLM 2026? 🦠

If the gut–skin axis sparked your interest, BSLM organisational member Yakult Science for Health has just launched a new FREE Gut-Skin Axis Resource for healthcare professionals. ✨

Inside, you'll discover:
🦠The gut-skin axis
💬Pathways of communication between the gut and skin
🔗The link between the gut-skin axis and skin conditions
👶The gut-skin axis throughout life
🥦Practical tips on how to support the gut-skin axis

⬇️ DOWNLOAD the FREE PDF via link in bio
📧 ORDER your FREE COPIES by emailing [email protected]

We want to advise our followers that we as a charity welcome membership from organisations aligned with our aims, and in line with strict ethical and sponsorship policies in order to provide funding sources to the charity 🤝

If you have a query around the subject matter we will happily discuss this with you, do drop us a DM or email: [email protected] as we want to make sure this content is a good fit for you 👥

Are you prepared for the future of obesity care? 💡Following the success of last year’s Weight Management Study Day in Lo...
23/09/2026

Are you prepared for the future of obesity care? 💡

Following the success of last year’s Weight Management Study Day in London, we’re bringing it to Edinburgh!

As access to anti-obesity medications such as tirzepatide continues to expand, healthcare professionals need to understand the latest evidence, clinical considerations and practical approaches to supporting patients safely and effectively.

BSLM’s Weight Management Study Day provides an introduction and practical guide for healthcare professionals, helping you build confidence in supporting patients living with obesity, both with and without GLP-1 treatment.

From the evidence behind treatment to the importance of lifestyle and long-term support, the day will explore how we can deliver safe, effective and sustainable weight management care.

Places are limited. Secure your ticket today:https://bslm.org.uk/events/lifestyle-medicine-for-weight-management-study-day-for-support-with-or-without-glp1-treatment/

22/09/2026

You don't have to start your lifestyle medicine journey alone 🤝

Following our Patient and Public page launch and the full documentary at BSLM 2026, we're sharing insights from our Voice of Lived Experience team.

In this clip, VoLE member Jen Wilson shares her advice on finding a community of like-minded people to support you along the way 🙌

A message that feels especially relevant to our Living Well theme, highlighting the power of connection and shared experiences.

Watch the full interviews: https://bslm.org.uk/patients-and-public-home/

Nourishing our children: prevention, equity and the environments we create💡The Government’s updated school food standard...
21/09/2026

Nourishing our children: prevention, equity and the environments we create💡

The Government’s updated school food standards in England provide an important opportunity to consider how the environments we create can shape children’s health and wellbeing.

From a Lifestyle Medicine perspective, prevention begins long before illness develops. Ensuring nutritious, enjoyable food is accessible in schools can help establish positive relationships with food early in life and address health inequalities 🤝

But creating healthier futures cannot be the sole responsibility of children and families. We need action across government, education, healthcare and the wider food system, alongside appropriate support for schools.

Healthy school food should be nourishing, appealing and culturally inclusive, without shame or removing the pleasure from eating.

Creating the conditions in which every child can thrive is prevention in practice 💪

Read our full statement on the updated school food standards on our website: https://bslm.org.uk/bslm-responds-to-the-governments-new-school-food-standards-sept-2026/

19/09/2026

One week on from BSLM 2026, and we’re still reflecting on what a special few days it was 🤝

This year marked 10 years of BSLM, so we wanted to take a moment to look back at the journey with our co-founder, Dr Rob Lawson.

As Rob says, it has been a real team effort. From BSLM HQ and the Clinical Forum, to the Board, Presidential Team, members, volunteers and everyone who has given their time, energy and passion to BSLM over the years 💡

A huge thank you to everyone who has helped build BSLM into what it is today.

And we’d love to hear from you too. What’s one BSLM moment from the last 10 years that has stayed with you? Maybe it was a conference, an event, a new connection or a moment that changed the way you think about lifestyle medicine.

Let us know in the comments below!

Creating healthier environments, together 🤝This week, we welcomed the publication of NCD Alliance Scotland’s Health Unde...
18/09/2026

Creating healthier environments, together 🤝

This week, we welcomed the publication of NCD Alliance Scotland’s Health Under Influence: The Industry Playbook Behind Scotland’s Preventable Health Harms, released on 15th September.

The report explores how health-harming industries seek to influence public health policy and highlights the importance of protecting prevention from commercial interests.

At BSLM, we recognise the importance of this conversation. Supporting people to make informed, sustainable lifestyle changes must sit alongside action on the wider factors that shape health.

Read our full statement: https://bslm.org.uk/bslm-responds-to-release-of-health-under-influence-the-industry-playbook-behind-scotlands-health-harms-report/

Enjoyed Alex Wilber’s session on Demystifying Metabolic Syndrome? Continue your learning with our Metabolic Health cours...
17/09/2026

Enjoyed Alex Wilber’s session on Demystifying Metabolic Syndrome? Continue your learning with our Metabolic Health course, co-authored by Alex himself 💡

The course explores the science behind metabolic syndrome, its impact on health, and how the pillars of lifestyle medicine can support prevention and treatment. You will also learn how to bring this knowledge together in clinical consultations, helping you take a more holistic approach to patient care.

Whether you work with patients experiencing prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, metabolic-associated fatty liver disease, PCOS or other metabolically driven conditions, this course will help you deepen your understanding and develop your clinical knowledge.

The course offers 8 hours of CPD, and BSLM members receive a 10% discount on enrolment.

Discover the course and deepen your understanding of metabolic health through lifestyle medicine:https://courses.bslm.org.uk/product?catalog=1740130435G4XX8

16/09/2026

BSLM 2026 is over, but we want to know what you really thought 💭

You might remember this video from conference, when our newly announced President Dr Clare Nieland and Dr Camille Hirons asked what you thought of the event.

Now that we’ve had a week to reflect, we’d really love to hear from you 🎤

What have you taken away from conference?
What did you enjoy most?
What could we do better next time?
And what would you like to see from BSLM in the future?

As Clare and Camille say, this is your member organisation, and we want to make sure we’re listening to what you need.

Share your thoughts in the comments below, or feel free to email us at [email protected] if you’d rather get in touch directly.

We’d really love to hear from you 💬

Still thinking about BSLM 2026? We hope so! 💭The conference might be over, but there’s plenty you can do to keep that mo...
15/09/2026

Still thinking about BSLM 2026? We hope so! 💭

The conference might be over, but there’s plenty you can do to keep that momentum going...

1. If you're not already, become a member, join a Special Interest Group, and stay connected with the BSLM community:https://bslm.org.uk/members/join/

2. Keep learning with our core accreditation and bite-sized CPD courses, many created by speakers you heard from at conference: https://bslm.org.uk/learning-academy/

3. Share what you’ve learnt and help spread the word about lifestyle medicine using our ready-made resources:https://bslm.org.uk/bslm-ambassador-resources/

4. And keep an eye out for webinars, events happening throughout the year, and opportunities to get involved in our advocacy and policy work.

So, what’s your next step after conference?

Let us know in the comments below!

Three days of inspiring ideas, meaningful conversations, new connections and plenty to reflect on 💡We hope everyone who ...
14/09/2026

Three days of inspiring ideas, meaningful conversations, new connections and plenty to reflect on 💡

We hope everyone who joined us at BSLM 2026 has had a chance to slow down, recharge and reflect on everything we shared over the past three days.

We’ve already heard some fantastic feedback, but now we’d love to hear from you!

“My favourite part of BSLM 2026 was…”

Was it a talk, an activity, a new connection, a conversation, or perhaps the fantastic food?

Share your highlight with us in the comments below!

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