do-it-yourself health
nounUK /ˌduːɪtjɔːˈself helθ/
US /ˌduːɪtjərˈself helθ/
Taking care of your own body and health without always going to a doctor.
She practices do-it-yourself health by eating well and exercising every day.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Using simple home methods and common sense to stay healthy or treat minor problems.
His do-it-yourself health routine includes drinking water and getting enough sleep.
3. Learning about health so you can make good choices for your own body.
Reading about nutrition is part of do-it-yourself health.
4. Managing small injuries or sickness at home before asking for professional help.
For a small cut, do-it-yourself health means cleaning it and putting on a bandage.