holistic medicine

Cultural  

1. An approach to medicine that emphasizes treating the person as a whole, with special attention to the interconnections of the mind and body and of the systems within the body. Holistic medicine stresses the patient's role in health care through such means as positive attitudes, sound diet, and regular exercise.

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Example Sentences

He also emphasized empirical medical evidence over unproven theory, stressed the body’s natural ability to heal, and generally advocated what today we would call holistic medicine, including the use of medicinal herbs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

She said the diagnosis was made by “Lisa,” who engages in holistic medicine as an energy worker and yoga instructor.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 28, 2022

These days on the property, there’s a health and well-being center, where locals can attend yoga and mindfulness classes, and learn about holistic medicine, to address obesity, chronic pain and menopause.

From Washington Post • Nov. 1, 2021

Skeptical mothers who have gone down one too many online rabbit holes and now swear by holistic medicine for their kids?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 5, 2021

In many cases, for holistic medicine practices, "the personal anecdote seems just as powerful as citing a peer reviewed study," said Chelsea Platt, a sociologist at Park University in Missouri who studies wellness culture.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2020