Many health concerns do not have a single cause or a quick solution. Ongoing fatigue, stress, weight changes, poor sleep or hormone-related symptoms are often influenced by a combination of lifestyle, environment and underlying health factors. Lifestyle medicine focuses on understanding these influences and supporting meaningful, sustainable changes to improve long-term wellbeing.
At Private GP Extra, we offer a dedicated Lifestyle Medicine Service designed to help patients take a proactive, personalised approach to their health.
What Is Lifestyle Medicine?
Lifestyle medicine is a medical specialty that focuses on preventing, managing and, in some cases, reversing chronic health conditions through evidence-based lifestyle interventions. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, it looks at the whole person and the factors that contribute to long-term physical and mental health.
This approach is particularly helpful for patients experiencing persistent symptoms such as fatigue, stress, hormonal changes or weight concerns, as well as those looking to improve overall wellbeing and reduce future health risks.
The Core Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine
Lifestyle medicine is built around several key pillars, each playing an important role in supporting health and resilience:
Nutrition
Practical, evidence-based dietary advice tailored to your individual needs, preferences and health goals.
Physical Activity
Encouraging movement that is realistic, enjoyable and appropriate for your lifestyle and medical background.
Sleep
Supporting healthy sleep patterns and routines, recognising the vital role sleep plays in energy levels, mood and hormone balance.
Stress Management
Identifying sources of stress and developing strategies to improve emotional wellbeing and resilience.
Social Connection
Recognising the impact of relationships, work and social support on both mental and physical health.
Avoidance of Harmful Substances
Reviewing habits such as alcohol intake or smoking in a supportive, non-judgemental way.
Together, these pillars form the foundation of a personalised plan designed to support long-term health rather than short-term fixes.
Lifestyle Medicine at Private GP Extra
The Lifestyle Medicine Service at Private GP Extra is led by Dr Erica Jones, a highly experienced GP, Lifestyle Medicine Specialist and British Menopause Society accredited clinician.
Dr Jones takes a holistic, patient-centred approach, recognising that every individual’s health journey is unique. She offers an initial one-hour appointment, allowing time for a thorough and unhurried discussion of your health, concerns and goals.
During your consultation, Dr Jones will focus on:
- Your overall health and medical history
- Lifestyle factors affecting your wellbeing
- Nutrition and dietary habits
- Sleep, stress and energy levels
- Hormonal health where relevant
- A personalised and realistic management plan
This approach supports sustainable change that fits into your life and priorities.
Who Can Benefit from Lifestyle Medicine?
Lifestyle Medicine may be suitable if you:
- Feel persistently tired or run down
- Are experiencing stress, burnout or poor sleep
- Want support with weight or metabolic health
- Are navigating hormonal changes
- Wish to optimise wellbeing and prevent future health issues
Book an Appointment
If you are looking for a personalised, proactive approach to your health, Lifestyle Medicine can help you feel more informed, supported and in control.
To book an appointment with Dr Erica Jones, please call 0161 428 4464 or email us at info@privategpextra.com
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