Articles about Holistic Medicine
Ancient holistic approaches to healing the body and mind have always existed, quietly closeted under the nebulous label of alternative medicine. Sound – or vibration therapy – dates back to earliest recorded times. Jubal, the “father of those that play the harp and flute,” is identified in the opening chapters of the biblical Genesis account. … Read more
When Raquel first began intensive cancer treatment, she wanted to focus all her energy on her treatment, but she quickly found herself facing a side effect she didn’t expect. “My anxiety was as real and tangible as nausea and tiredness. Focusing on my breath slowed my fearful thoughts and distracted me from physical pain often. … Read more
They have been used to beautify vacant lots, clean up polluted environments, build stronger ties among people in neighborhoods and produce food for needy families. But in the 274 years since the first one was established in the United States, community gardens have not only grown to impressive numbers across all 50 states – their … Read more
“I think laughter is everything. I need it like water, sun and sleep,” said Melissa Sanderson, 50, of Columbia. “I feel elated, stress-relieved, alive … and, if it’s really good, my cheeks are sore.” Chances are, many of your most joyous moments have involved laughter. Whether it’s howling with a group of friends after a … Read more
“You don’t have to do this life and health journey alone.” “Being alone in our own heads can be so isolating,” explained health coach Suzi, who prefers to use only her first name for privacy reasons. “They can’t break out of [a limiting] mentality. That’s what I’m here for.” A coach brings a “what if” … Read more
Food and nutrition play a major role in our everyday health and in disease prevention, but not everyone has access to affordable, healthy sustenance. Lowcountry Street Grocery, a grassroots local food delivery service that serves the greater Charleston region and beyond, was initially created in 2015 in response to issues of food inequity in our … Read more