Cathy Said:

Why is understanding your own perception of health and wellness beneficial?

We Answered:

cuz you cant help someone if you cant even help youreself.
being aware of youre own health opens up the gate of comprehension.

Irma Said:

Why is social support important to an individual’s health and wellness?

We Answered:

When you're surrounded by negativity, and people are verbally attacking you and doubting you, you feel like crap, which wreaks havoc on your health, and subsequently, your life in general. Just having someone to talk to, and people that help you and support you with your forward momentum in life, is extremely important to your health and wellness.

Elmer Said:

How to find a Health & Wellness Center that practices Alternative Health Therapies in my area?

We Answered:

Are you based in the US, try this list, depending on which state you are in:
http://www.dmoz.org/Health/Alternative/P…
or alternatively type ? health wellness centers ? and also the place you live in your favourite search engine. it should give you some centers for your area.

Best wishes.

Jo Said:

What is understanding multi-culturalism important for health and wellness professionals?

We Answered:

It is important for health and wellness professionals to understand multiculturalism so as to be respectful of others beliefs and to avoid offending patients/clients.

Different cultures have different norms, expectations, customs, etc. By being informed of these, a health professional can approach someone of a different culture in a manner that is respectful and communicate ideas clearly to them.

Valerie Said:

What does health and wellness mean to you?

We Answered:

Wellness is a choice: a decision you make to move toward optimal health.
Wellness is a way of life: a balanced lifestyle you design to achieve your highest potential for well-being.
Wellness is a process: an understanding that there is no end point, but health and happiness are possible in each and every moment.
Wellness is the integration of body, mind, and soul: an awareness that the choices we make in one area affect all others.

Physical Wellness
The physical dimension encourages regular physical activity for cardiovascular flexibility and strength, knowledge about food, nutrition, and medical care, and the discouraging of tobacco, drugs, and immoderate or illegal use of alcohol.

In pursuit, we begin to believe it is better...

* To be physically fit than to be out of shape.
* To consume food and beverages that enhances our health rather than impair it.
* To be proactive with our health and use the medical system appropriately.
* To avoid all toxins which compromise our health and well-being.

Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.