OUR VISION
Lifestyle Medicine Maryland was created to inspire and empower individuals to prevent, treat, and reverse many chronic illnesses, while ultimately increasing health, vitality, and joy. We empower clients to create and maintain long-term lifestyle changes that enhance overall quality of life. We do this by honoring clients' unique bio-individuality and supporting clients in mobilizing internal strengths and external resources to achieve self-determined health and wellness goals.
For me, it's a deeply personal journey. I started using cannabis during my late teenage years, not for the stereotypical reasons of indulging in snacks and cartoons, but because it helped slow down my racing thoughts and allowed me to focus on one thing at a time. At the time, I didn't fully understand why I relied on cannabis, but I also couldn't seem to stop. I often questioned whether I was simply a "pothead" or even a drug addict. It wasn't until I reached the age of 39 that I was finally diagnosed with ADD, and it dawned on me that I had been self-medicating all those years without realizing it. I came to the realization that I wasn't an addict, but rather someone trying to cope with an undiagnosed condition.
In the Spring of 2021, I took a significant step forward in my journey. I applied and was accepted into the University of Maryland's School of Pharmacy, where I pursued a Master's degree in Medical Cannabis Science & Therapeutics. As a member of the third graduating class in the Spring of 2023, I gained a profound understanding of cannabis and its various cannabinoids. However, what truly fascinated me was the intricate and complex ways in which our bodies function and how different symptoms interact to support our overall health and well-being.
Continuing my education in the Spring of 2023, I enrolled in Lifestyle Medicine courses through Harvard Medical School. These courses taught me that our bodies possess an incredible ability to heal themselves when we remove the factors that contribute to disease. By implementing positive lifestyle changes, we can prevent, manage, and even reverse chronic illnesses. Over the past three years, I have undergone a transformative journey in my own life, and now I am dedicated to empowering others to embark on their own transformative journeys towards better health and well-being.
I have been working closely with Alan since being diagnosed with celiac disease. When I was first diagnosed, I was dealing with major side effects both physically and mentally. I turned to Alan to help lessen my symptoms but to also learn how to deal with a very difficult lifestyle change. Alan was extremely knowledgeable about my dietary restrictions and suggested many new food options for me. He also walked me through meditation as well as techniques to lower my anxiety. I found his website very helpful as well. Alan is a very well-rounded professional who looks at the “whole person”. I have learned so much and look forward to continuing to become healthier with Alan’s vast knowledge.
Alan Zizmor has been consulting with my son since August of this year and the transformation these last couple of months has been incredible. My son has been in pain for several years and within the past nine months prior to consulting with Alan he had been experiencing pain daily. After numerous blood tests, x-rays, ultrasounds, and countless doctor visits we were seeing no improvement, and I didn’t know what else to do to help my child. After working with Alan, my son’s physical and mental health has improved immensely. Alan was able to engage with my son and make him understand the value and benefits of eating well for him. My teenage son took his advice and applied it to his everyday life and saw amazing results. With the dietary and lifestyle changes Alan has recommended my son is virtually pain free. The psychological impact of being pain free has been liberating to my teenager already in trying teenage years. Before consulting with Alan my son was afraid to leave the house for fear of being in pain and now his anxiety surrounding discomfort is completely alleviated. Now my son has a sense of control by making educated decisions on what to eat and not to eat. As a mother of a child in pain and not being able to find a solution even with the best medical services at our fingertips I couldn’t thank Alan enough for the breakthrough and success we have found with his help.
Alan has a unique gift of being able to communicate and connect with both adults and teenagers in a way that empowers people and makes them feel comfortable, validated, and important. Alan has a way of teaching while building a friendship/partnership and reaching some of the most difficult people to reach. Aside from the immense knowledge and experience in wellness Alan has to offer, he has been relatable and professional every step of the way. I highly recommend Alan to anyone experiencing mild to severe problems or concerns, physical and/or emotional. We give him five plus stars!
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