From Chaos to Clarity: Operationalizing Lifestyle Medicine
The Lifestyle Medicine Show Powered by My Viva
Release Date: 06/06/2025
Having a Stress-Free Holiday
The Lifestyle Medicine Show Powered by My Viva
The holidays are supposed to be joyful… So why do so many of us end them exhausted, overextended, and quietly judging ourselves? In this episode, host Michael Dargie is joined by Loreen Wales and Dr. Prerana Rudrapatna for a grounded, refreshingly human conversation about what actually creates holiday stress—and how to move through the season without white-knuckling it. This isn’t about rigid rules, skipping the food you love, or pretending stress doesn’t exist. It’s about values, boundaries, self-compassion, and planning just enough so the holidays don’t run you. If the...
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Lifestyle Medicine Conference 2025 in Review
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Hosted by Michael Dargie, this episode of the Lifestyle Medicine Show powered by my viva, is a look back the Lifestyle Medicine Conference (ACLM); Loreen and Dr. Prerana share the real behind-the-scenes experience—what surprised them, what lit them up, and what they’re bringing home into the work they’re doing at MyViva. This isn’t a “conference highlights” episode. It’s a human recap of what it feels like to be in a room full of people who actually get lifestyle medicine, and who are trying to make it real inside healthcare systems—without burning out the people...
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Diabetes Awareness Month: Everyday Questions, Real‑World Answers
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In this episode of the Lifestyle Medicine Show, host Michael Dargie is joined by dietitian and founder of My Viva Plan, Loreen Wales, and lifestyle medicine physician Dr. Prerana Rudrapatna to unpack one of the most pressing health topics today—Type 2 Diabetes. Timed with Diabetes Awareness Month, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone who has been diagnosed, is considered pre-diabetic, or wants to understand how to better manage their long-term health. The episode begins with a back-to-basics explanation of what diabetes actually is—glucose, insulin, and how resistance or...
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How Friendship Affects Health
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In this episode, Michael Dargie is joined by returning guests Loreen Wales and Dr. Prerana from My Viva Plan to explore a topic that’s as vital as any prescription—friendship. Drawing on decades of experience in healthcare and real-life stories, the trio unpacks the profound impact social connection has on our mental and physical health. Friendship, it turns out, is more than just a nice-to-have; it’s an essential component of a healthy life. Dr. Prerana shares research-backed insights on how social connection affects everything from inflammation markers and chronic illness risk to...
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Self-Care Or Avoidance? Rest, Retreat, Real Engagement
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In this energizing and thoughtful episode, Michael Dargie is joined by Dr. Prerana and Loreen Wales, CEO of My Viva Plan and a registered dietitian with a psychology background. Together, they dive deep into what self-care truly means—and what it doesn’t. From redefining indulgence to exploring the science behind rest and resilience, the conversation uncovers how to distinguish between genuine self-care and subtle avoidance. The trio shares personal stories, evidence-based strategies, and even a few snack-time confessions (popcorn, anyone?) to illustrate how health professionals and busy...
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The Unspoken Strength – Rethinking Men’s Health
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In this important episode of the Lifestyle Medicine Show, host Michael Dargie sits down with Dr. Prerana, Chief Medical Liaison at My Viva, and Laureen Wales, CEO of My Viva, to shed light on an often overlooked topic: men’s mental and emotional health. June is Men’s Health Month, but this isn’t just about awareness—it’s about action. The conversation tackles staggering stats like the fact that suicide is the leading cause of death for Canadian men under 45, and that men account for over 75% of all suicides in Canada, despite only 10% being officially diagnosed with anxiety or...
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The Real Work in Lifestyle Medicine: Behavior, Not Biomarkers
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In this episode, we examine a powerful truth: meaningful change in chronic disease care happens through behavior, not biomarkers. Host Michael Dargie is joined by Dr. Prerana and Loreen Wales for a candid conversation about why self-awareness, connection, and coaching are essential to lifestyle medicine. They explore how My Viva Plan™ blends data tracking and AI-powered reflection with evidence-based behavior change models—creating a practical, compassionate tool that supports both clinicians and patients. What You’ll Learn: Why 70% of health decisions are driven by emotion, not logic ...
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From Chaos to Clarity: Operationalizing Lifestyle Medicine
The Lifestyle Medicine Show Powered by My Viva
In this episode of the MyVivaPlan Lifestyle Medicine Podcast, host Michael Dargie engages with experts Loreen Wales and Dr. Prerana Rudrapatna to discuss the operationalization of lifestyle medicine in clinical practice. They explore the challenges of chronic disease management, the importance of patient-centered care, and how MyVivaPlan serves as a bridge between healthcare providers and patients. The conversation emphasizes the need for sustainable behavior change, the integration of technology in healthcare, and the significance of personalized care in improving health outcomes. ...
info_outline- Chronic disease management is often chaotic and overwhelming for patients.
- Patients feel unsupported and labeled as non-compliant due to systemic issues.
- A shift towards relationship-centered care is essential for effective healthcare.
- Healthcare providers face cognitive overload due to high patient volumes.
- MyVivaPlan offers a structured approach to lifestyle medicine.
- Empowering patients with tools for self-management is crucial.
- Over 70-80% of chronic diseases are preventable with proper support.
- Behavior change requires gradual, sustainable steps rather than quick fixes.
- Technology can enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery.
- Personalized care is key to meeting individual patient needs.
- "Patients aren't non-compliant. They're not supported."
- "The healthcare system is broken in such a way."
- "We need a structure to change the way we practice."
- "It's the how that patients are looking for."
- "We have to listen to where patients are at."
- "We need to give people the system they are able to work with."
- "An avocado a day keeps the doctor away."