This paper describes some of the concepts and principles of holistic medicine. It lists and briefly describes six components of holistic medicine, which consists of homeopathy, chelation therapy, acupuncture, clinical ecology, nutritional therapy, and stress reduction. It also describes the role of members of the health team in a typical holistic health center.,Sam Merrill, Jr., Analyst in Life Sciences, Science Policy Research Division,CRS 84-744 SPR,"September 10, 1984.",SuDoc# 14. 18/3