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What is Natural & Holistic Health? Begin Your Journey Here
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Balance[/caption] “Natural” is a word used every day and is fairly simple to define—existing in or caused by nature; not made by humankind. “Holistic”, though used less frequently, also has a fairly simple meaning—relating to or concerned with wholes or complete systems. So ‘natural, holistic health’ should be simple to define, right? Well, as there are so many viewpoints, interpretations and opinions, it can get a little complex; just as there are differing philosophies in nutrition, medicine, science and any field of study. The basic tenet of natural and holistic health is that health incorporates more than the physical. Even Merriam-Webster understands this: Holistic medicine tries to treat the "whole person" rather than focusing too narrowly on single symptoms. It emphasizes the connections between the mind and the body, avoids the overuse of drugs, and has borrowed such practices from Eastern traditions as acupuncture and yoga. Yet, rather than just ‘treating a person’, most holistic health modalities help create more complete health. Many of these approaches are not new. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian Science of Life, as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are based on creating health by creating balance. And in prior times the practitioner was often paid to keep you healthy and not simply to treat an ailment!
Balance[/caption] “Natural” is a word used every day and is fairly simple to define—existing in or caused by nature; not made by humankind. “Holistic”, though used less frequently, also has a fairly simple meaning—relating to or concerned with wholes or complete systems. So ‘natural, holistic health’ should be simple to define, right? Well, as there are so many viewpoints, interpretations and opinions, it can get a little complex; just as there are differing philosophies in nutrition, medicine, science and any field of study. The basic tenet of natural and holistic health is that health incorporates more than the physical. Even Merriam-Webster understands this: Holistic medicine tries to treat the "whole person" rather than focusing too narrowly on single symptoms. It emphasizes the connections between the mind and the body, avoids the overuse of drugs, and has borrowed such practices from Eastern traditions as acupuncture and yoga. Yet, rather than just ‘treating a person’, most holistic health modalities help create more complete health. Many of these approaches are not new. Ayurveda, the ancient Indian Science of Life, as well as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) are based on creating health by creating balance. And in prior times the practitioner was often paid to keep you healthy and not simply to treat an ailment!
