Natural Health Sciences: A Comprehensive Guide serves as a valuable resource for both healthcare practitioners and business professionals, supporting ongoing professional development by bridging the gap between proponents of traditional or natural health systems and those who follow scientific or medical perspectives. The book synthesizes existing literature and fosters a more nuanced understanding of the benefits and limitations of natural health practices.
By presenting academic and scientific evidence in an accessible format, it offers evidence-based insights into a broad spectrum of natural health approaches. These include herbal remedies, nutritional strategies, lifestyle interventions, and alternative therapies, covering key areas such as Ayurveda, bioenergetic therapy, music therapy, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and aromatherapy. It also addresses criticisms, ethical and regulatory concerns, and the future of natural health sciences.
With the increasing awareness of the limitations and side effects of conventional medicine, people are seeking natural, preventive, and personalized approaches to maintain and improve their health. Natural Health Sciences: A Comprehensive Guide provides a comprehensive overview of natural health sciences and its various sub-disciplines, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of these practices and make informed decisions about their health.
Part 1. Health Inspired by Nature: Natural Health Sciences
1. Historical Perspective and Overview of Natural Health Sciences
2. Basic Principles of Natural Health Practices
3. Sub-Disciplines of Natural Health Sciences
4. Applied Healthy Living Strategies
5. Criticisms and Responses to Natural Health Sciences
6. Ethical and Regulatory Concerns in Natural Health Sciences
7. The Future of Natural Health Sciences
Part 2. Reflection of Natural Health Sciences in the Modern World
8. Movement, Sports, and Tackling Obesity: A Journey to Health and Freedom
9. A Sip of Life: Water, the Silent Hero of Our Body
10. Seafood: The Precious Gift Offered by Nature
11. Food Supplements: A Study in the Light of Science
12. Popular Natural Cures: Scientific Evidence and Myths
13. Aromatherapy
14. Integrative Approaches to Healing
Biography
Prof. Dr. Rasit Dinc holds dual doctorate degrees in health sciences and business administration and is a distinguished professor of health sciences. He has conducted advanced academic research at some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, including Harvard, MIT and Yale, where he gained extensive expertise in his fields. Prof. Dr. Dinc serves as the Chairman of the Board at INVAMED, a globally recognized leader in the development and production of innovative medical devices and healthcare solutions. With over 100 patented medical devices and treatment methods to his name, he has established himself as a prominent scientist in the global healthcare industry, contributing groundbreaking research and advancements to the field of health sciences.
