CERTIFIED HOLISTIC HEALTH
PRACTITIONER EXAM QUESTION AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
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1. Holistic health primarily focuses on which concept?
A. Treating symptoms only
B. Disease eradication
C. Specialized medical intervention
D. Whole-person wellness
Rationale: Holistic health emphasizes balance and integration of physical,
mental, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of health.
2. Which principle best defines holistic healing?
A. One-size-fits-all treatment
B. Suppression of disease
C. Addressing root causes
D. Emergency-based care
Rationale: Holistic practitioners seek to identify and address underlying
causes rather than just managing symptoms.
3. The mind-body connection suggests that:
A. Mental health has no effect on physical health
B. Physical illness causes mental illness only
C. Thoughts and emotions influence physical health
D. Only genetics determine health
, Rationale: Research supports that mental and emotional states can
significantly impact physical well-being.
4. Which therapy is considered a mind-body practice?
A. Antibiotics
B. Surgery
C. Meditation
D. Chemotherapy
Rationale: Meditation integrates mental focus and physiological
relaxation.
5. Holistic nutrition emphasizes:
A. Calorie restriction
B. Processed foods
C. Whole, minimally processed foods
D. High-sugar diets
Rationale: Whole foods provide nutrients in their natural balance,
supporting overall health.
6. Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin B12
C. Vitamin D
D. Vitamin B6
Rationale: Vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble.
7. The primary role of antioxidants is to:
A. Increase inflammation
B. Destroy red blood cells
C. Neutralize free radicals
D. Lower blood pressure directly
Rationale: Antioxidants protect cells from oxidative damage.
8. Which macronutrient is the body’s main energy source?
A. Protein
, B. Fat
C. Carbohydrates
D. Vitamins
Rationale: Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred and most immediate
energy source.
9. Adaptogenic herbs are best known for their ability to:
A. Cause sedation
B. Stimulate digestion
C. Support stress adaptation
D. Cure infections
Rationale: Adaptogens help the body adapt to physical, emotional, and
environmental stress.
10.Which herb is commonly considered an adaptogen?
A. Garlic
B. Chamomile
C. Ashwagandha
D. Peppermint
Rationale: Ashwagandha is widely recognized for stress-modulating
effects.
11.Holistic practitioners often recommend exercise primarily to:
A. Build muscle only
B. Lose weight rapidly
C. Support overall balance and vitality
D. Compete athletically
Rationale: Exercise supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
12.Which activity best supports parasympathetic nervous system activation?
A. Sprinting
B. Heavy lifting
C. Deep breathing
D. Intense competition
PRACTITIONER EXAM QUESTION AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Holistic health primarily focuses on which concept?
A. Treating symptoms only
B. Disease eradication
C. Specialized medical intervention
D. Whole-person wellness
Rationale: Holistic health emphasizes balance and integration of physical,
mental, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects of health.
2. Which principle best defines holistic healing?
A. One-size-fits-all treatment
B. Suppression of disease
C. Addressing root causes
D. Emergency-based care
Rationale: Holistic practitioners seek to identify and address underlying
causes rather than just managing symptoms.
3. The mind-body connection suggests that:
A. Mental health has no effect on physical health
B. Physical illness causes mental illness only
C. Thoughts and emotions influence physical health
D. Only genetics determine health
, Rationale: Research supports that mental and emotional states can
significantly impact physical well-being.
4. Which therapy is considered a mind-body practice?
A. Antibiotics
B. Surgery
C. Meditation
D. Chemotherapy
Rationale: Meditation integrates mental focus and physiological
relaxation.
5. Holistic nutrition emphasizes:
A. Calorie restriction
B. Processed foods
C. Whole, minimally processed foods
D. High-sugar diets
Rationale: Whole foods provide nutrients in their natural balance,
supporting overall health.
6. Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin B12
C. Vitamin D
D. Vitamin B6
Rationale: Vitamins A, D, E, and K are fat-soluble.
7. The primary role of antioxidants is to:
A. Increase inflammation
B. Destroy red blood cells
C. Neutralize free radicals
D. Lower blood pressure directly
Rationale: Antioxidants protect cells from oxidative damage.
8. Which macronutrient is the body’s main energy source?
A. Protein
, B. Fat
C. Carbohydrates
D. Vitamins
Rationale: Carbohydrates are the body’s preferred and most immediate
energy source.
9. Adaptogenic herbs are best known for their ability to:
A. Cause sedation
B. Stimulate digestion
C. Support stress adaptation
D. Cure infections
Rationale: Adaptogens help the body adapt to physical, emotional, and
environmental stress.
10.Which herb is commonly considered an adaptogen?
A. Garlic
B. Chamomile
C. Ashwagandha
D. Peppermint
Rationale: Ashwagandha is widely recognized for stress-modulating
effects.
11.Holistic practitioners often recommend exercise primarily to:
A. Build muscle only
B. Lose weight rapidly
C. Support overall balance and vitality
D. Compete athletically
Rationale: Exercise supports physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
12.Which activity best supports parasympathetic nervous system activation?
A. Sprinting
B. Heavy lifting
C. Deep breathing
D. Intense competition
