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adjective in·te·gra·tive \ ˈin-tə-ˌgrā-tiv \

Definition of integrative

:serving to integrate or favoring integration :directed toward integration

the integrative powers of the human imagination
—J. A. McPherson

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Reach Bryant Stamford, a professor of kinesiology and integrative physiology at Hanover College, at stamford@hanover.edu.

— bryant stamford, The Courier-Journal, "It's not just athletes that need to hydrate. Why the 'Average Joe' needs to up his water intake," 24 Aug. 2017
New public health program: The new interdisciplinary Public Health Program offers minors and concentrations in biology, environmental studies, communication, integrative exercise science, sociology, and biomedical humanities.

— cleveland.com, "What's new at 17 Northeast Ohio colleges? Programs, buildings, sports and much more," 23 Aug. 2017
The NomNomNow recipes were created by a practicing vet and clinical assistant professor of integrative veterinary medicine to provide balanced nutrition for all doggie life stages, and the portion sizes are tailored to your dog’s profile.

— saryn chorney, PEOPLE.com, "We Tried It: Fresh, Gourmet Dog Food Delivery Service 'NomNomNow'," 22 Aug. 2017
The program involves earning 42 credits with an internship and integrative practical experience.

— erin edgemon, AL.com, "This master's program at UAB is among the best in nation, report says," 15 Aug. 2017
The school of naturopathic medicine will be the first in the mid-Atlantic region and one of only a handful of schools nationwide that operate within a regionally accredited university, officials with the university of integrative health said.

— andrea k. mcdaniels, baltimoresun.com, "Maryland school of alternative medicine to offer new naturopathic program," 14 Aug. 2017
Richardson calls herself an integrative community artist who brings communities together to build empathy and connection through art creation.

— devi shastri, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Community mural paints ‘Sherman Park Rising’ a year after unrest hit neighborhood," 28 July 2017
Reach Bryant Stamford, a professor of kinesiology and integrative physiology at Hanover College, at stamford@hanover.edu.

— bryant stamford, The Courier-Journal, "'Normal' at the doctor is not necessarily good," 20 July 2017
Reach Bryant Stamford, a professor of kinesiology and integrative physiology at Hanover College, at stamford@hanover.edu.

— bryant stamford, The Courier-Journal, "'Normal' at the doctor is not necessarily good," 20 July 2017

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adjective in·te·gra·tive \ ˈint-ə-ˌgrāt-iv \

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:tending to integrate

the integrative action of the nervous system

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