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The Origins of Wellness: A Historical Perspective
This chapter traces the development of the modern wellness industry from the late 19th century, spotlighting figures like John and Will Keith Kellogg and their Battle Creek Sanitarium. It examines the initial intertwining of health practices with moral beliefs and critiques how early advocates oversimplified wellness issues. The discussion further connects key historical moments, such as the Flexner Report, to the evolution of wellness concepts and the broadening of alternative health practices.
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