It seems every time I read a list naming the best yoga, vegetarian food, and holistic health destinations it’s always the same list of places. I have nothing against the obviously progressive parts of the country, you’re lucky to have so much from which to choose.

I live in a place that's known to be behind in these sorts of things but being deeply vested in alternative health, I have found my niche just the same. And sometimes it can be better this way. Smaller destinations mean tight knit communities of like minded individuals to welcome you on your journey. The next time you're considering a holistically healthy Mecca, you may be able to look a little closer to home. Keep reading to learn about holistically healthy American towns.