Terroir
Terroir
Terroir (pronounced: tehr-wahr) is a term often used in the field of viticulture and wine-making, but it also has broader applications in the field of medicine, particularly in the study of epigenetics and environmental health.
Etymology
The term 'terroir' is derived from the Latin 'terra', meaning 'earth', and is a French term that literally translates to 'soil' or 'land'. It is used to describe the complete natural environment in which a particular wine is produced, including factors such as the soil, topography, and climate.
Definition
In a medical context, 'terroir' refers to the concept that environmental factors can influence the health and well-being of individuals. This includes factors such as air and water quality, access to healthy foods, and exposure to toxins or pollutants. The concept of 'terroir' in medicine is closely related to the field of social determinants of health, which studies how social and economic factors impact health outcomes.
Related Terms
- Epigenetics: The study of changes in organisms caused by modification of gene expression rather than alteration of the genetic code itself. Epigenetics is often studied in relation to the concept of 'terroir', as environmental factors can influence gene expression.
- Environmental Health: The branch of public health that focuses on the relationships between people and their environment; promotes human health and well-being; and fosters healthy and safe communities. Environmental health is a key aspect of 'terroir' in a medical context.
- Social Determinants of Health: The conditions in which people are born, grow, live, work and age. These circumstances are shaped by the distribution of money, power and resources at global, national and local levels.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Terroir
- Wikipedia's article - Terroir
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