wellhealing

Wellhealing is a term used in wellness and holistic health contexts to describe processes and practices aimed at restoring and sustaining well-being. It emphasizes a holistic view of health that integrates physical recovery, mental and emotional balance, and environmental or lifestyle factors. The term is nonstandard and is not a licensed medical modality.

In practice, wellhealing draws on a range of strategies, including regular physical activity suited to the individual, adequate sleep, balanced nutrition, stress management, mindfulness or meditation, social connectedness, and safe exposure to nature or light. Some programs accompany medical treatment, with the goal of supporting recovery while respecting evidence-based care. The specifics vary widely and may be offered by wellness centers, integrative medicine clinics, or community health programs.

Evidence for wellhealing varies by component. Exercise, sleep optimization, nutrition, and stress reduction have robust support, while the effectiveness of other complementary approaches depends on the condition and quality of evidence. As with any health approach, practitioners emphasize patient safety, informed consent, and avoiding unverified or potentially harmful interventions.

See also: holistic health, wellness, integrative medicine, mindfulness, self-care.