Saturday, April 30, 2011

What is Holistic Health?

 
At Metta Touch we emphasize a holistic approach to our wellness and beauty treatments. But while most people recognize the term “organic” the meaning of “holistic” may seem unfamiliar to many of you when considering our spa services. Please, do not be afraid!
 
Holistic health is merely a concept that all potential contributing factors which may affect a person's well-being (physical, social, environmental and mental), are taken into consideration when assessing a person's overall health.
 

It’s about using products that are natural and organic to heal skin issues and revitalize. Often, people suffering from such conditions as acne or rosacea are prescribed creams or medication full of harmful chemicals and toxic ingredients for temporary relief. A holistic approach to skin treatment is using alternative remedies that come from plant extracts and essential oils to naturally treat the symptoms of the disorder as well as recognizing the underlying cause of the reaction.
 
Holistic healing dates back to at least 5,000 years originating in India and China. Some of the most well respected philosophers, like Socrates recognized this idea that overall health is a combination of physical, mental, emotional social and spiritual well-being.
 
Whether you suffer from a hormonal imbalance, excessive stress or an environmental issue, each holistic treatment helps us focus on the whole person, rather than just the part of the body that is not healthy, for an overall sense of harmony and balance.