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American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, Vol. 1, No. 2, 91-94 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/1559827606297332
© 2007 SAGE Publications

A Commentary on Lifestyle Medicine Strategies for Risk Factor Reduction, Prevention, and Treatment of Coronary Artery Disease

Clinton L. Greenstone, MD

University of Michigan, VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, 2215 Fuller Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48105; clintong{at}med.umich.edu

Lifestyle medicine is the study and practice of how simple lifestyle measures such as proper diet, proper exercise, and stress reduction are thoughtfully and comprehensively integrated into conventional Western medicine practices. This includes promoting health through prevention and therapeutic strategies. Through the use improved assessment tools, such as coronary computed tomography calcium scoring and exercise capacity, and underused treatment strategies, such as thoughtful diet and exercise interventions coupled with appropriate statin use, practicing clinicians can integrate these lifestyle medicine strategies and significantly decrease the morbidity and mortality of coronary heart disease.

Key Words: lifestyle medicine • coronary heart disease


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