The Whole-Person Approach to Health
Heal the whole person
This framework emphasizes the importance of addressing the whole person - physical, emotional, and mental - in order to achieve optimal health and wellness. It involves a comprehensive approach that includes lifestyle therapy, nutrition, and preventive medicine.
- The whole person must be addressed in order to achieve optimal health
- Lifestyle therapy is a critical component of preventive medicine
- Nutrition plays a key role in maintaining health and preventing disease
- Assess Your Current State of HealthTake a comprehensive assessment of your physical, emotional, and mental health in order to identify areas for improvement.Pro tipWork with a healthcare professional to get a thorough assessmentWarningBe honest with yourself about your current state of health
- Develop a Personalized PlanCreate a personalized plan that addresses your specific health needs and goals, including lifestyle therapy, nutrition, and stress management.Pro tipWork with a healthcare professional to develop a plan that is tailored to your needsWarningBe patient and persistent in implementing your plan
- Implement Lifestyle ChangesMake lifestyle changes that support your overall health and wellness, such as exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, and managing stress.Pro tipStart small and build graduallyWarningBe mindful of potential setbacks and have a plan in place to overcome them
Dr. Hyman has worked with numerous patients who have achieved significant improvements in their health and wellness through a comprehensive approach that addresses the whole person
The Saddleback Church program, which Dr. Hyman was involved in, helped 15,000 people lose a quarter million pounds in a year through a comprehensive approach to health and wellness
This approach has been developed through the work of Dr. Mark Hyman and others in the field of functional medicine, who have recognized the limitations of conventional medicine in addressing chronic diseases.