Nature’s Five Elements

Reference to the five elements of nature has been understood since ancient times to mean earth, water, air, fire and ether. Although philosophers have debated this interpretation and scientists now would query the need for the addition of others, but for us, these five allow us to consider their existence in nature, and to recognize the different spheres or elements in our in our own personality and being.

Water

Of the natural elements needed for human health, our mind turns first to water. Without fresh water intake, the life of our bodies cannot be maintained for more than a few days. Most of the water on the planet is saline and exists in the oceans which cover 71% of the surface with a suggested [...]