Health is a dynamic state of complete physical, mental, spiritual and social well-being and
not merely the absence of disease
World Health Organization's new proposed definition of health.
 
 
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Seven Principles of Holistic Health
* Health is more than the absence of disease or symptoms * You can be an active participant in your health * An educational approach to health empowers you to make informed decisions * Postive lifestyle choices can help in managing disease * Illness and life events can offer useful opportunities for growth * Mental activity can affect the body and physical activity can affect the mind * Non-conventional health options can be used in conjunction with standard medical practice **As inspired by Kenn Burrows, Holistic Health Department, SFSU |