March 30th, 2011 — 4:43am
Ilchi Lee says that health is not only about improving an individual's physical condition. It also involves taking steps to prepare the mind in such as a way that promotes greater balance along the mind-body-spirit connection.
These are some of the reasons why holistic approaches to health have become popular in the last few years. They look at all aspects of a person's life to find the root causes of issues, rather than simply looking to attack the symptoms of the problems.
Karen Rigney, a holistic health coach from Briarcliff Manor, New York, told the Pleasantville Patch that starting with home cooked meals that are prepared by the entire family is one good way to encourage good overall health. This can improve nutrition and promote family bonding. This approach to health can have many benefits.
"The primary benefits of integrated health are longer life, more energy, increased focus [and] clear thinking in both work and school," she told the news source.
Health is about showing respect for one's self, Ilchi Lee says. Holistic approaches may be the best way to accomplish this.
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March 14th, 2011 — 4:45am
While scientists have made tremendous strides in the past several decades developing new and more effective medical treatments for a variety of conditions, there are still some areas of health that fall outside of the control of traditional medicine. This includes menopause, the symptoms of which can be difficult to treat.
However, a new study has shown that nontraditional therapies, such as acupuncture, may be more effective, highlighting the human potential to heal.
For the study, which was published in the journal Acupuncture Medicine, researchers administered either acupuncture treatment or standard therapies to 53 postmenopausal women, then track their symptoms.
The researchers found that women who received acupuncture therapy experienced fewer hot flashes and mood swings. These benefits emerged without any measureable change in hormone levels.
The findings confirm Ilchi Lee's thoughts on health. While Western medicine is good at alleviating symptoms of condition, it rarely addresses health problems in a holistic manner. When traditional treatments fail to yield results, it may be time to consider alternatives like acupuncture.
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