Authors : Samantha Thurston

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 11 - November

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25nov648

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Abstract : The limitations of conventional healthcare in addressing chronic, lifestyle-related, and multifactorial conditions have led to growing interest in integrative models that incorporate Natural Health Science (NHS) practices. This paper critically examines the theoretical, empirical, and practical dimensions of integrating natural health approaches into modern healthcare systems. Drawing upon an extensive literature review and an empirical survey of 100 randomly selected participants from diverse professional and patient backgrounds, the study evaluates the prevalence, perceived effectiveness, and outcomes of integrative healthcare models. The results reveal that 60% of practitioners incorporate natural health modalities into their practice, with significantly higher satisfaction and improved patient outcomes reported among those utilising integrated approaches (p < 0.01). Regression analysis indicates that successful integration correlates strongly with enhanced patient well-being (R2 = 0.65). Qualitative thematic analysis further highlights key enablers of integration, including cultural receptivity, practitioner collaboration, and digital facilitation. However, barriers such as regulatory ambiguity, inconsistent evidence standards, and limited professional training persist. This paper concludes that integrative healthcare, supported by interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based validation, represents a viable pathway toward more holistic, effective, and sustainable healthcare delivery.

Keywords : Natural Health Science, Integrative Medicine, Holistic Healthcare, Evidence-Based Practice, Patient- Centered Care.

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