Watching Robin Williams in 1998’s "Patch Adams" was the first time I’d ever heard of alternative health treatments like laughter therapy. This, of course, is only the tip of the proverbial iceberg when it comes to holistic health treatments, as you can see from the 15 innovations we’ve clustered below.
Over ten years after "Patch Adams" was released, Robin Williams is in the hospital again, but this time as a patient to undergo heart surgery. It’s with the spirit of hope and well wishes for Williams’ good health that I offer this selection of holistic healing methods and alternative therapy treatments.
14 Natural and Holistic Health Treatments
14
Wooden Toothbrush Alternatives
Dentistry Returns to its Naturalistic Roots in Sub-Saharan Africa
13
Psychedelic Therapy
Retro Drugs As Modern Medicine?
12
Healthy Food Fusions
Studying Food Synergy Can Help You Lose Weight and Prevent Cancer
11
Faceless Therapy Cats
Chase Helps Disfigured Humans Heal
10
Doctor Fish
Being Eaten Alive as Medical Treatment
9
Bizarre Alternative Medicine
From Mud Baths to Eating Tree Frogs
8
Art Meets Medical Treatment
Lamb Dialys
7
Healthy Chocolates
Xocai Has More Antioxidants Than a Half-Pound of Spinach
6
Healthy Super Chocolate
Xocai
5
Bee Venom Therapy
Pay-Per-Sting Treatments
4
Mirthful Therapy
A Serving of Hearty Laughter Will Banish Your Winter Blues
3
Holistic Tune Up
Acutonics Sound Healing
2
Foods that Heal
Culinary Delights That Help You Get Healthy From the Inside Out
1
Bizarre Holistic Healing
Russian Urine Exported for Health Purposes
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Smart Aid Kits
Smart Aid Kit Uses Artificial Intelligence to Support Health
Undereye LED Patches
The Omnilux Mini Eye Brightener Delivers Targeted Care to Delicate Skin
Sustainably Sourced Herbal Teas
Traditional Medicinals Highlights its Herbal Teas for the Holidays
Destigmatized Weight Health Campaigns
Felix's New Campaign Reframes Modern Weight Management
Charitable Streaming Service Pop-Ups
All Proceeds from 'As Seen on Netflix' Support Mental Health
Pimple Patch Challenges
Florence by Mills Encourages People to Wear Spot a Spot Acne Patches
Empathetic AI-Powered Journal Apps
The 'empaithy' App Supports Mental Health Exploration
Alcohol Alternative Tinctures
Apothékary Launches the Limited-edition Free Spirit Minis Gift Set
AI-Powered Mental Health Apps
The 'Deepen' AI Therapist App Offers Insights and More
Therapeutic Sleep-Improving Devices
ominpemf's NeoRhythm Tube Provides Pain Relief with EMF
Customer-Driven Holiday Campaigns
Amazon's Holiday Campaign is Inspired by 5-Star Reviews
Curated Neurobeauty Sets
selfmade's Neurobeauty Bundle Brings Ease to the Skin and Mind
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Biomimetic Pimple Patches
Multi's First-of-Their-Kind Patches are Powered by a Postbiotic
Timeless Sports Drinks
Ancient Drinks Offers Time-Honored Recipes for Enhanced Energy
Wellness-Inclusive Boutique Hotels
The Bellyard Hotel in Atlanta Provides In-Room IV Therapy
Therapeutic Nature-Inspired Campaigns
Craghoppers Introduces Its Autumn/winter 2024 Campaign
Sickness Survival Kits
The Halls Man Cold Relief Kit Helps Sufferers Get Through Cold & Flu Season
Wellness-Boosting Skincare Rituals
Consonant Matches Clinically Proven Skincare to Care Pairings
E-Commerce Mental Health Partnerships
Amazon Expands its Health Conditions Program with Talkspace
Performance-Driven Health Gadget Lines
Kineon Debuts Heal+ & Calm+ in a New Crowdfunding Campaign
Advanced Acne Treatments
Riversol's Comprehensive Acne Treatment Has a Unique Delivery System
Health-Focused Non-invasive Patches
Super Patch Offers a Variety of Products with Health Benefits
Japanese-Inspired Plant Medicines
Apothékary Announced a Shiseido Investment and Online Expansion
Actor-Approved Coffee Companies
happy coffee Comes in Three Roasts in Several Formats
Self-Care Festival Activations
Tree Hut Set Up a Remix Your Self-Care Experience at Lollapalooza
Modern Nutrient-Packed Tinctures
Apothékary Introduces Your Wildest Greens Tincture
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Healthy Aging-Supporting Shots
Happy Aging Debuts the Longevity Shot and the Biological Age Test
Invisible Acne Patch Lines
Franz Skincare Debuts Three Virtually Invisible Patches for Acne
Revolutionary Cancer Lifestyle Platforms
MOJO Health Prioritizes Overall Healing and Resilience
Adaptogenic Mushroom-Based Soaps
Pacha Soap's Magic Mushroom Bar Soap Boasts a Unique Blend
Functional Vitamin-Infused Patches
The Patch Brand's Transdermal Patches Boost Energy & More
Contemporary Wellness Treatments
Nüd Body + Wellness Promotes Health Through Detoxification
Longevity-Enhancing Wellness Programs
Canyon Ranch's New Program is Titled LONGEVITY8™
Immersive AI Wellness Avatar Experiences
Tomo is an AI Spiritual and Mental Guidance Experience
Comforting Clean Fragrances
Snif's Heal the Way Influences Emotions Through Scent
Pimple-Picking Patch Solutions
Starface Introduces a New Pimple Patch for Frequent Pickers
Unconventional Soothing Sleep Aids
KFC and Hatch Create the Kentucky Fried Chicken Rain Sounds
Kanna Microdosing Kits
KA! Launches '30 Day Journey to the Heart' Program with Focus on Wellbeing
Erectile Dysfunction Medication Ads
Phoenix Wants to Help Canadian Men ‘Rise Again’
Virtual Weight Management Prescriptions
Hims & Hers Health Expands to Weight Management Offerings
Couples Recipe Books
Two Hot Asians' Recipe Therapy Book Serves Up Mealtime Inspiration
Positivity-Boosting Body Washes
method's Good Karma Body Wash Collection Inspires & Uplifts
Multi-Therapy Eye Masks
Solawave's Eye Recovery Pro Lifts & Tones the Eye Area in Three Minutes
Community-Driven Wellness Residences
THE WELL Bay Harbor Islands Embraces Holistic Living
Athletic Health-Focused Gadget Lines
Therabody Debuts Offerings Ahead of the 2024 Holiday Season
Pizza-Themed Spas
Channel 4 and Domino's Pizza Dreamed Up a World-First Spa Experience
Mind-Skin Connection Kits
Selfmade's Securely Attached Kit Includes a Relationship Psychology Book
Collaborative Ice Bath Experiences
Kohler and Remedy Place are Debuting a High-End Product
Mental Health Status Tools
Mentavi Health Has Introduced the Mental Wellness Snapshot
Mom-to-Be Personal Care Products
These New The Honey Pot Products are Made with Witch Hazel
Powerful Wellness Shot Lines
Goldthread Tonics Introduces a Trio of Two-Ounce Wellness Shots
Burgeoning Psychedelic Art Movements
The Chambers Project/PACT Embrace the Psychedelic Movement
Indigenous Jam Spreads
Tradish by Chef Sarah Meconse Mierau References Indigenous Plant Medicine
Herbal Hangover-Combating Drinks
The Plug 5.0 Has a New and Improved Formula
Wellness-Focused Psychedelic Retreats
Tangerine Retreat is a New Facility in the Netherlands
Ai-Supported Therapy Platforms
Jimini Health is an Innovative Digital Health Company
Herbal Plant Adaptogen Teas
Typhoo Herbalistas Teas Come in Five Varieties
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Hangover-Fixing Pop-Ups
The Pho-Fix Shares Free Bowls of Pho and IV Drips
Celebrity-Backed Wellness Supplements
iHerb Introduces a New Line of Wellness Supplements
Adaptogenic Facial Treatments
The First Adaptogenic Spa is Opening in the SCHLOSS Zermatt hotel
Natural Stress Relief Supplements
Nature's Sunshine Recently Debuted The Chill Pill
Respiratory Relief Patches
Ross J Barr's Breathe Patches Open the Airways with Oils and Herbs
Actress-Made Menopause Lines
Halle Berry's Brand Offers Support for Those Going Through Menopause
Contemporary Herbal Blends
Plants to the Rescue Debuts Herbal Allies for Modern Lifestyles
Limited-Edition Healing Lip Oils
Cheekbone Beauty Boasts Natural Cosmetic Alternatives
AI-Enabled Audio Journals
The 'Pillowtalk' Private Audio Journal Supports Personal Talk Therapy
Postnatal Wellness Retreats
Alma Care Introduces Luxury Hospital-to-Hotel Recovery Program
AI Health Companions
HealthMate AI Can Transform Your Body with Personalized Tech
Neuroscientist-Backed Brain Health Series
Masterclass Launched a New Series Titled Brain Health
Inspiring Daily Bodycare
method's Unleash Your Inner Shower Celebrates Personal Transformations
Stackable Skincare Treatments
Dr. Few Skincare Shares Clean, MD-Formulated Skincare
Somatic Therapy Apps
Olo Debuts at Slush 2024 as a Promising App for Mental Wellness
Modern Psilocybin Treatment Facilities
Kaya Holdings Opens the Sacred Mushroom™ in Portland
Modular Compression Systems
Homedics' Modulair Compression System Supports Full-Body Relief
Metaverse Therapy Apps
'Innerworld' Launched a New Paid Tier with Licensed Therapists
AI Mental Health Apps
Deepen is an AI-Powered Pocket Therapist
Gut Health Meal Kits
The Green Chef Gut & Brain Health Recipes Come in Three Options
Sustainable Medication Expansions
Cabinet Health is Launching 14 Products at Target
Emotive AI Therapy Apps
aiTherapyCall Boasts the Slogan "Human Feel, AI Heal"
Peanut Allergy Patches
DBV Technologies' Viaskin® Peanut Patch is Intended for Toddlers and Kids
Personalized Psychiatry Services
Michigan Psychological Care Expands Across Michigan
Bug Bite Patches
Sarna Bug Bite Patches Soothe Skin with Aloe, Chamomile and Witch Hazel
Plant-Powered Correction Serums
The Cure X by Herbal Face Food Contains 50 Potent Botanicals
Artist-Collaborative Travel Accessories
Jaden Smith and Harper Collective Join on a New Capsule
Superhero-Themed Hospital Campaigns
Deadpool and Kidpool Star in SickKids Foundation Ad
Comedic Gut Health Campaigns
The Gut Gap by MiraLAX Brings Awareness to Millennial Women's Health
Technologically-Advanced Luxury Skincare
The H2V Line Merges Innovation with Premium Ingredients
AI-Powered Pain Visualization Experiences
Panadol Hosted the Art of Release Experience
1-1 Therapist Phone Calls
You Need a Therapist Offers Real-Time AI Voice Calls to Provide Guidance
Deep Sleep Patches
Deeps' Patches Help Users Fall Asleep Faster and Stay Asleep Longer
Targeted Herb-Powered Supplements
The Garden of Life Herbals Collection Has Six Options
Holiday Self-Care Kits
Wellness Brand Waphyto Launches the New Targeted Holiday Kits
Tattoo-Style Pimple Patches
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Retail Wellness Expansions
Barker Wellness Unveils a New Partnership with Sprouts
Organic Allergy Remedies
St. Francis Herb's Nettle Spring Tops Tincture Provides Natural Relief
Versatile Wellness Patch Lines
Laki Naturals Introduces Patches Designed to Address Various Needs
Hotel Sleep Experiences
Hilton Launches a New Sleep Retreat Experience for Sleep-Driven Consumers
Celeb-Backed Refreshment Ads
The Pure Leaf Martha's Little Helper Ad Stars Martha Stewart
Senior Living Tech Accelerators
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Male Hormone Deficiencies Clinics
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Connective Health Apps
WellB Health Connects Your with Doctors to Suit Your Needs
Virtual Personal Trainers
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Cannabis-Powered Wellness Solutions
Dr. Norm’s Wellness Products Target Pain and Sleep Support
Giftable Calming Kits
The Holiday TCM Calm Kit by Elix Combats Stress and Anxiety
Exceptional Travel Healthcare Campaigns
MHTC Debuts Experience Malaysia Healthcare Stories
Filmic Chocolate Toothpastes
The Release of Wonka Inspired Hismile’s Chocolate Toothpaste
Celebrity-Starring Skincare Ads
Peter Thomas Roth Recruits Lindsay Lohan for its New Campaign
Natural Wellness Product Ranges
Alevan Botanica Blends Aromatherapy and Ayurveda
Sitcom-Style Thanksgiving Campaigns
Whipshots & Patti’s Good Life Teamed Up to Make New Traditions
Melatonin-Free Sleep Support
Hilma Sleep Support is Doctor-Formulated and All-Natural
Plant-Based Lifestyle Getaways
Calabash Cove Resort & Spa in Saint Lucia Offers a Unique Service
Holistic Wellness Habit Trackers
CompleteDay Let's Users Sync Their Health Goals and Habits
Advanced Liver Cancer Treatments
The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute Launches New Treatmennt
Healing Transparent Skin Patches
3M Creates the Psoriasis Prescription Patches with Feathm
AI Healthcare Assistants
HIPPA Smartchat Assistant Integrates into Practitioners' Workflow
Holistic Hormonal-Balancing Supplements
Wholesome Story’s Products Target Women's Heath Concerns
Doodling Mental Health Apps
The 'Scribble Journey' App Encourages Art to Explore Emotions
Holistic Weight Management Tools
Health Kraft Me Empowers Women 40 and Above to Stay Healthy
Self Care Planners
The 2024 Self Care Planner Helps People Prioritize Self Care
Natural Painkiller Alternatives
Hilma's Tension Relief is a Natural Painkiller Alternative
Retail Brand Supplement Ranges
The Alo Stackable Wellness System Now as Three New Capsule Formulas
Customizable Herbal Remedies
Qi Health Offers an Innovative Approach to Women's Well-Being
Proactive Health Supplements
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AI Mental Health Apps
Mentalport Makes Improving Upon Mental Health Easy and Fun
Kid-Friendly Allergy Patches
The Kids Allergy Relief Patch by PatchAid is Safe on Sensitive Skin
Social Isolation-Combating Platforms
TimeBank by Healthfirst Foundation Has Debuted a New Platform
Spiritual Wellness Companions
Sol Inspires Positivity with Daily Tools for Spiritual Health
Online Mental Health Support
AI Therapist Provides Instant, Free Therapy Access Through a Web App
Sexual Liberation Programs
Oceanic Heal Combines Shamanism and Energy Healing
3-in-1 Pimple Patches
Purifide Power Patches Shrink, Soothe and Protect Blemishes
Conversational Journaling Companions
'Thousands Thoughts' Offers a Unique Twist on Reflection
Dual-Action Blemish Patches
Sand&Sky's Oil Control Patches Address Red and Whitehead Zits
Wellbeing-Harnessing Tranquil Homes
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Convenience-Focused Contrast Therapy Partnerships
Plunge and Swimply Enhance Wellness Routines
Human-First Incubators
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Connective Altruistic Apps
Heart 2 Help Uses Tech Can to Foster Positive Relationships