Holistic Health

Do you picture naturopathy, alternative medicine, or other Eastern-inspired health fads when you hear the term “holistic health”? Then you’re at least partially correct.

Incorporating complementary therapies that have been scientifically shown to be effective, holistic health emphasises wellbeing and illness prevention rather than only treating symptoms. It is similar to alternative medicine in this regard. But providing holistic care entails more than just fusing Eastern and Western medical practises. It’s a broader and more individualised approach to thinking about wellness.

So what precisely is holistic health care?

treating you as a whole

It’s important to take care of your physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs if you want to practise holistic wellness. It is founded on the knowledge that each of these factors influences your general health, and that having health issues in one area can have negative effects on other areas.

Consider the case of stress. Although it is a psychological reaction, it can also result in physical symptoms like headaches, difficulty sleeping, weight gain, and aches and pains in the muscles. Of course, it goes both ways; feeling nervous or depressed can result from having a medical illness. Your relationships and faith, meanwhile, can improve your physical and emotional wellness. According to studies, having close connections can increase your likelihood of surviving cancer as well as reducing blood pressure and stress levels.