Holistic Health: A Path to True Wellness
The current state of Western medicine is at a crossroads, and it's time for us to explore a different approach to healthcare. A recent article shed light on the limitations of our healthcare system and why holistic health might be the way forward. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 2022 National Quality Strategy aims for the highest quality outcomes and safest care, which is a commendable goal. However, it's becoming clear that the current system falls short of achieving this vision. The Missing Puzzle Piece: Lifestyle First One key aspect highlighted in the article is the importance of lifestyle interventions. Many chronic diseases can be effectively treated and even reversed through lifestyle changes, yet our current system often overlooks this fact. Instead, it rewards clinicians for adhering to medication-based treatments. This misalignment can lead to patients missing out on the opportunity to take control of their health through lifestyle changes. Holi