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- 2. The process of making or becoming sound or healthy again.
- 4. Manipulation of tissues, usually manually, to improve health and well-being by relaxing muscles, relieving tension, and improving circulation.
- 5. The substance that makes tomatoes red, it is also a powerful antioxidant that may help prevent diseases of aging such as some forms of cancer and heart disease.
- 7. Activities done outside of work for enjoyment.
- 9. A from of vacation spent enjoying rest and relaxation at or near home, as opposed to a longer trip to distant locale. A similar term, daycation, refers to a one-day vacation or trip taken within a day’s journey from home.
- 11. The kinds of foods a person eats regularly (Vegetarian/Kosher/Halal); or the restrictions placed and kinds of foods a person eats for a special reason (Ramadan/Weight Loss/Medical Procedure).
- 14. Generic term for treatment of skin in the face that usually includes massaging, cleansing, toning, steaming, exfoliating, and moisturizing.
- 15. A behavior or action you engage in regularly.
- 17. The balance of calories consumed compared to calories burned which determines our capacity to do work.
- 18. A practice where one engages in mental exercises and/or breathing techniques to achieve a desired, altered state of mind.
- 19. Refers to the process/state of overall health and wellbeing.
- 20. Refers to the process/state of physical conditioning and preparedness.
- 21. Traditional Chinese healing technique meant to maintain or restore the body”s balance of energy. Administered by inserting fine needles into energy centers (meridians) to stimulate energy flow.
- 22. The act of maneuvering the body, this aspect of wellness is how one interacts with the physical environment.
- 23. This flower represents wellness.
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- 1. General term for therapeutic procedures that use water for a variety of purposes, from relaxation to disease treatment. Methods can include Kneipp baths, underwater jet massage, specialized or experience showers, mineral baths, thalassotherapy, and more.
- 3. This professional works with essential oils and scents to bring about healing. Their technique is often combined with yoga or massage therapy.
- 6. A developmental process where a expert supports a client in achieving specific personal or professional goals by providing training and guidance.
- 8. This refers to being true to yourself, aligning your actions and behaviors with your genuine beliefs, principles and values.
- 10. The nourishing and fueling of one’s body for health and growth.
- 12. A regularly occurring period of reduced activity and responsiveness needed to allow the body to rest and recover.
- 13. The practice of keeping oneself and one’s environment clean to prevent disease.
- 16. A practice of medicine characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of an illness.