What approaches did Hippocrates encourage?

• A. Dissection of human bodies
• B. Clinical observation, making notes, encouraging diet and exercise
• C. Astrology and divination
• D. Chemical experiments

Answer: (B)

Hippocrates promoted an approach to medicine that centers on careful observation of patients and keeping detailed notes to spot patterns over time, using those observations to guide treatment. He also emphasized the role of diet, exercise, and overall lifestyle in healing, seeing healing as a balance achieved through natural means. This empirical, patient-centered method contrasts with approaches that rely on superstition or general experimentation with chemicals. Dissection of human bodies, astrology and divination, or chemical experiments aren’t aligned with his practice; his legacy lies in systematic observation, documentation, and lifestyle-based care.