Introduction to Holistic Health

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This course explores the expanding field of holistic health therapies that address the interplay of body, mind, and spirit. It reviews modern health threats (stress, obesity, poor nutrition, inactivity, toxins). It examines how complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) contrasts with and supplements traditional Western medicine. A wide range of therapies--including yoga, massage, and acupuncture--is covered, along with lifestyle changes that promote wellness.