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sustenance for the body to remain in good condi- It is not a secret that today and even modern medi- tion. When the purification has been completed cine agrees that majority of all illnesses materialise the fever will cease by itself. because of negative thoughts or emotional stress. Hence why the role of Integral Naturopathy as pre- One of the main characteristics of the modern venter and also supporter of natural healing can health system, which clearly needs to change, is well be a way of prolonging a long and healthy life. that pharmaceutical companies make more money the more people are sick, therefore logically they wish for a larger number of sick people. The goal of naturopathy is not life expectancy but life’s quality with spiritual fulfilment. The duration of life is almost secondary if the person constantly suffers from many painful ailments. Health in Integral Naturopathy means that the individual can live happily, work creatively and contribute harmoniously to the development of society. From this perspective life can be prolonged indefinitely. By indefinitely means that we can live to be hundreds of years old. Some of the body’s tissues and systems regenerate completely every few months or years. This means that at least theoretically, a healthy and balanced body, which experiences a state of happiness most of the time, could function for hundreds of years if the energetic matrix which surrounds the body is healthy, with no limitations, blockages, conflicts, restrictions. Otherwise illness will gradually win over the physical body. That this is a real possibility has been shown by the famous Tao practitioner Li Ching-Yuen, who preserved his youthful vigour, his sexual potency and perfect health all during his very long and active life. Records state that he was born in 1677 and died in 1933, having lived for 256 years. Throughout his life, he has constantly practiced martial arts and used herbalism to keep healthy. According to the official records, he was born in China in 1677. In 1930, the New York Times newspaper printed an article in which they published official Chinese government documents that were uncovered. These documents, dating back to 1827, contained official congratulations on Li Ching-Yuen's 150th birthday. Later documents, dating back to 1877, contained official congratulations on his 200th birthday. Li Ching-Yuen when asked, has shared his longevity formula in one sentence: "Retain a calm heart, be seated like a turtle, walk swiftly like a pigeon, and sleep like a dog". Monad 3 / 2016 | Page 23