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VOL. 12, ISSUE 10 (2025)
Investigating the integration of Yoga and Naturopathy within indigenous wellness practices: An in-depth analysis
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Dr. Praveen Kumar Gupta, Dr. Sanjay Yadav
Abstract
Integrating yoga and naturopathy within
indigenous wellness practices exemplifies a rich confluence of time-honoured
healing traditions, underscoring the importance of holistic health paradigms.
This comprehensive analysis explores the syncretism of these diverse
modalities, which provide culturally responsive frameworks that address
wellness through a multifaceted lens. By highlighting the complexities of
cultural adaptation and the imperative for decolonisation, the study elucidates
the challenges and opportunities inherent in the evidence-based integration of
these practices.
Traditional indigenous healing systems convey a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and spiritual wellness, advocating for a balance that extends beyond individual health to encompass the broader community. In parallel, yoga and naturopathy are grounded in holistic philosophies that prioritise treating the whole individual rather than merely alleviating symptoms. This foundational compatibility with indigenous wellness frameworks suggests transformative potential in integrating these approaches.
Furthermore, combining yoga and naturopathy with indigenous practices enriches individual and collective health outcomes, fostering cultural resilience and revitalization. By examining case studies and existing theoretical literature, this analysis aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on how these healing systems can coexist harmoniously and enhance indigenous wellness practices, ultimately paving the way for a more inclusive and respectful health paradigm.
Traditional indigenous healing systems convey a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and spiritual wellness, advocating for a balance that extends beyond individual health to encompass the broader community. In parallel, yoga and naturopathy are grounded in holistic philosophies that prioritise treating the whole individual rather than merely alleviating symptoms. This foundational compatibility with indigenous wellness frameworks suggests transformative potential in integrating these approaches.
Furthermore, combining yoga and naturopathy with indigenous practices enriches individual and collective health outcomes, fostering cultural resilience and revitalization. By examining case studies and existing theoretical literature, this analysis aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on how these healing systems can coexist harmoniously and enhance indigenous wellness practices, ultimately paving the way for a more inclusive and respectful health paradigm.
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Pages:81-84
How to cite this article:
Dr. Praveen Kumar Gupta, Dr. Sanjay Yadav "Investigating the integration of Yoga and Naturopathy within indigenous wellness practices: An in-depth analysis ". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 12, Issue 10, 2025, Pages 81-84
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