Lotus Health Foundation · Rochester, MN
Just as the lotus rises from the mud to bloom beautifully, we aim to guide our community towards optimal health and well-being.
The Lotus Health Foundation is a non-profit providing evidence-based education and events to promote healthy lifestyle in Rochester, Minnesota.
Who We Are
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit making healthy living possible for everyone in Rochester.
Lotus Health Foundation is the educational arm of Rochester Clinic. We turn evidence-based lifestyle medicine into free, accessible programs: cooking demos, the Farmacy Rx Garden, the online community, and the annual Symposium & Gala.
Learn About UsOur Vision
A healthy future for ourselves and our community
At Lotus Health Foundation, we are dedicated to modeling and promoting healthy lifestyles to help individuals reduce their suffering from chronic diseases. The lotus flower, a symbol of purity, resilience, and growth, perfectly embodies our mission.
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Join us at our annual event
Community of Wellness: Symposium & Gala
Join us for the Community of Wellness: Symposium and Gala on April 7–10, 2027, where healthcare professionals, lifestyle medicine experts, and community members come together to celebrate, learn, and inspire healthier living.
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The Lotus Health Online Community
A free, brand new online community designed to support your health journey
Inside, you'll find:
- • Past conference talks and on-demand educational content
- • Monthly live online gatherings focused on the 6 Petals of Health
- • Cooking demos, educational talks, and live Q&A with Mei, Dr. J, and guest experts
- • A welcoming space to connect with like-minded people
No Mud, No Lotus
Thich Nhat Hanh
Lotus Health Foundation was named for the nature of lotus flowers that grow tall from a muddy environment. A lotus flower rises above its murky environment to display to a beautiful bloom. It's humble and elegant.
The lifestyle of fast food, sedentary living, high-stress and social isolation is like mud in today's society.
Our approach is holistic, focusing on education and practical strategies to achieve and maintain good health. By teaching others how to live healthier lives, we not only improve individual well-being but also inspire the growth of a healthier, more vibrant community. Like a lotus spreading its petals, our influence extends outward, fostering a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.
Community Focused
We believe that all individuals are worthy of respect and dignity, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Lotus Health Foundation delivers culturally-sensitive and responsive education for all.
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Lifestyle Medicine
Lifestyle medicine is the recipe for health and happiness. The Petals of Health represent the 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine: Nutrition, Movement, Passion, Social Connections, Stress Management, and Sleep.
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Evidence-Based
Research shows that lifestyle medicine can address up to 80% of chronic diseases. This proven, evidence-based approach is the foundation for an equitable healthcare delivery system, leading to whole person health.
Learn More →Lifestyle medicine in action, right here in Rochester
1,000+
online community members
25+
free community events a year
500+
lbs of produce grown in the Farmacy Rx Garden
300+
attendees at the annual Symposium & Gala
Our Partners
Working together to improve the health and wellness of our community
Get Involved
A healthier Rochester starts with you
Attend an event, join the community, volunteer your time, partner with us, or donate. Every action helps more people discover the power of lifestyle medicine.
Attend Events
Join free cooking demos, Walk With A Doc, and wellness workshops all year long.
Learn More →Symposium & Gala
Experience the annual Community of Wellness Symposium & Gala with expert speakers and plant-based meals.
Learn More →Join the Community
Connect with a free online community built around the 6 Petals of Health.
Learn More →Volunteer
Lend a hand at events, the Farmacy Rx Garden, or behind the scenes.
Learn More →Partner With Us
Sponsor an event or partner with us to expand wellness across Rochester.
Learn More →Donate
Support education, fresh food for families, and free community programs with a tax-deductible gift.
Learn More →Support Our Mission
Support the Lotus Health Foundation with a tax-deductible donation that will help provide resources and events to the community promoting a healthy lifestyle.
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The Rochester Clinic created the Lotus Health Foundation to improve community health with lifestyle medicine events and resources. The clinic provides primary care, podiatry, wound care, and functional medicine with lifestyle medicine principles.
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