Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Homeopathy
This medical system uses minute doses of natural substances- called remedies-to stimulate a person’s immune and defense system. A remedy is chosen individually for a sick person based on its capacity to cause, if given in overdose, physical and psychological symptoms similar to those a patient is experiencing.
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Holistic medicine
This broadly descriptive term describes a healing philosophy that views a patient as a whole person, not as just a disease or a collection of symptoms. In the course of treatment, holistic medical practitioners may address a client’s emotional and spiritual dimensions and the nutritional, environmental, and lifestyle factors that…
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Herbalism
An ancient form of healing still widely used in much of the world, herbalism uses natural plants or plant-based substances to treat a range of illnesses and to enhance the functioning of body systems. Though herbalism is not a licensed professional modality in the United States, herbs are “prescribed” by…
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Guided imagery
This therapy involves using mental images to promote physical healing or changes in attitudes or behavior. Practitioners may lead clients through specific visualization exercises or offer instruction in using imagery as a self-help tool. Guided imagery often is used to alleviate stress and to treat stress-related conditions such as insomnia…
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Gestalt therapy
This psychotherapy aims to help the client achieve wholeness gestalt is the German word for whole) by becoming fully aware of his or her feelings, perceptions, and behavior. The emphasis is on immediate experience rather than on the past. Gestalt therapy often is conducted in group settings such as weekend…
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Flower essences
Popularized by Edward Bach, M.D., flower essences are intended to alleviate negative emotional states that may contribute to illness or hinder personal growth. Drops of a solution infused with the captured essence of a flower are placed under the tongue or in a beverage. The practitioner helps the client choose…
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Feng shui
Pronounced “fung shway,” this is the ancient Chinese practice of configuring home or work environments to promote health, happiness, and prosperity. Feng shui consultants may advise clients to make adjustments in their surroundings from color selection to furniture placement-to promote a healthy flow of chi, or vital energy.
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Feldenkrais
This therapy combines movement training, gentle touch, and verbal dialogue to help create more efficient movement. In individual hands-on sessions, the practitioner’s touch is used to address the student’s breathing and body alignment along with a series of slow, nonaerobic motions…
Family's Health
16 Dec 2018
Dentistry, holistic
Holistic dentists are licensed dentists who bring an interdisciplinary approach to their practices, often incorporating methods such as homeopathy, nutrition, and acupuncture into their treatment plans. Most holistic dentists emphasize wellness and preventive care and avoid (and often recommend the removal of) silver-mercury fillings…
