Holistic Medicine Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield Holistic Medicine facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. St. John's Wort is primarily used in holistic medicine to address which condition? → Mild to moderate depression
2. In reflexology, the feet, hands, and ears are believed to contain reflex points corresponding to which body structures? → All organs, glands, and body parts
3. Naturopathic medicine uses herbal medicine and acupuncture as therapies. → TRUE
4. The Gerson therapy protocol, sometimes promoted as a cancer complementary therapy, primarily involves which core practice that poses significant medical risk? → Frequent coffee enemas combined with high-dose juicing
5. What is the primary goal of naturopathic medicine? → Supporting the body's innate healing ability
6. What does the term 'bioavailability' mean in the context of herbal supplements? → The proportion of a substance that enters circulation and is able to have an active effect
7. The 'Four Examinations' (Si Zhen) in TCM diagnosis include: → Looking, listening/smelling, asking, and touching/palpating
8. Which holistic modality uses plant-derived flower essences to address emotional and psychological states? → Bach flower remedies
9. Which herb is commonly used in holistic medicine for its adaptogenic properties to manage stress? → Ashwagandha
10. Which doshas are recognized in Ayurvedic medicine as the three fundamental energies? → Vata, Pitta, Kapha
11. In acupuncture, needles are inserted into specific points along meridians primarily to do what? → Restore the balanced flow of Qi
12. In holistic medicine, how is the concept of 'emotional well-being' related to physical health? → Emotional health is inseparable from physical health as they mutually influence each other
13. In holistic medicine, the concept of 'total load' refers to: → The cumulative burden of physical, emotional, and environmental stressors on the body
14. The concept of 'Jing' (Essence) in TCM refers to: → The essential substance inherited at birth and replenished through lifestyle
15. Tui Na is best described as: → A Chinese therapeutic massage system using specific manipulations on the body
16. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'whole-person care' in holistic medicine? → Addressing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions
17. Which herb is commonly used in holistic medicine to support liver detoxification? → Milk thistle
18. Kava is used in holistic medicine primarily for which therapeutic purpose? → Anxiety reduction and relaxation
19. In holistic medicine, 'root cause analysis' differs from conventional symptom management because it: → Seeks underlying drivers of disease rather than just suppressing symptoms
20. Which holistic practice uses sound vibrations from instruments like singing bowls to promote healing? → Sound healing
21. Which dietary approach emphasizes whole, unprocessed foods and is commonly recommended in holistic medicine? → Whole foods plant-rich diet
22. Which condition has the strongest clinical evidence supporting the use of acupuncture as an effective complementary treatment? → Chronic low back pain
23. What is the primary goal of breathwork practices in holistic medicine? → To regulate the autonomic nervous system and promote physiological calm
24. Which form of manual therapy focuses specifically on the fascial connective tissue system throughout the body? → Myofascial release
25. Therapeutic massage techniques that focus on releasing restrictions in the myofascial connective tissue system are collectively called: → Myofascial release
26. Which herbal preparation is commonly used topically in holistic medicine to soothe burns and skin irritation? → Aloe vera
27. Which probiotic food is commonly recommended in holistic medicine to support gut health? → Fermented foods like yogurt, kefir, and sauerkraut
28. Which condition has acupuncture received the strongest clinical evidence for treating? → Chronic pain including low back pain, neck pain, and osteoarthritis
29. Which holistic bodywork technique uses gentle rhythmic pressure on the skull and sacrum to balance cerebrospinal fluid flow? → Craniosacral therapy
30. In Traditional Chinese Medicine integrated into holistic practice, 'qi stagnation' most commonly manifests as: → Pain, emotional depression, or digestive disturbance