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besity has been a growing epidemic in our country for the past 30 years. As the prevalence of obesity and weight problems in America continues to rise, more and more people are turning to diets and wellness programs to help them shed extra pounds and increase their quality of life. The LightenUp program through Hancock Health is giving citizens of Hancock County a fighting chance at better health and chronic disease prevention. Launched in February of 2020, LightenUp has its foundation in the holistic philosophy of lifestyle medicine. Led by physician Lori Deemer and her team consisting of a health coach, exercise specialist, registered dietitian and licensed social worker, this all-inclusive and broad-based program provides real results to those who need help losing weight. Deemer is trained in lifestyle medicine as well as obesity medicine, practices family medicine through the Hancock Physicians Network, and is the acting medical director of Hancock Wellness Centers.
ADDING LIFE TO YEARS INSTEAD OF YEARS TO LIFE Deemer is passionate about helping patients achieve measurable results by building healthy habits and routines that can help them to better their quality of life. In our culture, we’re concerned with adding years to our life without thinking about what those years will be like if we don’t care for our bodies. By implementing big-impact lifestyle changes such as understanding nutrition, seeking therapy for underlying issues and working one on one with a health coach, Deemer’s LightenUp program provides the kickstart that many people need on their journey toward better health management.
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