What Does Veggies Over Pills Mean?
Dr. Adame applies a Veggies Over Pills approach to both our Holistic Medical Weight Loss Program for adults and our pediatric concierge services.
Veggies Over Pills simply means incorporating Dr. Adame’s own take on the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine to patients’ health. These pillars include
1) Whole Foods, Plant-Based Nutrition
2) Regular Physical Activity
3) Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
4) Avoidance of Toxic Substances
5) Restorative Sleep
6) Social Connections
The additional pillar that Dr. Adame applies to medical management is Engagement With Nature and Sunshine!
Dr. Adame does prescribe medications such as antibiotics, steroids, antidepressants, and ADHD medications for her pediatric patients when medically indicated. But she will counsel patients on the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine to improve outcomes for all medical conditions. The goal is to ultimately reduce the number or dosage of the prescribed medications when medically appropriate and safe to do so.
Dr. Adame does not prescribe or recommend pharmaceutical appetite suppressants or surgical interventions for our Metamorphosis Holistic Medical Weight Loss Program for Adults. Using our Veggies Over Pills approach, there is no need for these interventions that have the potential for high risk and may cause harm to the patient.
6 Pillars Of Lifestyle Medicine
Our Metamorphosis Holistic Medical Weight Loss Program offers three levels of commitment. Choose the one that best fits your time, budget, and goals. This body-positive, Veggies Over Pills program guides you to become the most vibrant version of yourself, whether your goal is to lose weight, gain energy, or improve your overall health.
We aim to be the best pediatric and wellness practice in Marshall County, Lake Maxinkuckee area, and the state of Indiana. We believe in #VeggiesOverPills. If your child is not yet part of the Culver Pediatrics Center family, sign up in the email opt-in below to learn more about our boutique pediatrician services.
