Beneficial

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Beneficial

Beneficial (/bɛnɪˈfɪʃəl/) is an adjective that describes something that has a positive effect or brings about good results. It is often used in the context of health and medicine to describe treatments, habits, or substances that improve health or well-being.

Etymology

The term "beneficial" originates from the Latin word "beneficialis," which is derived from "bene" meaning "well" and "facere" meaning "to do." Thus, something that is beneficial is something that does well or brings about good.

Related Terms

  • Benefit: A positive effect or advantage that something provides.
  • Benefactor: A person who gives some form of help to benefit a person, group or organization.
  • Beneficence: The act of doing good or performing kind acts for others.
  • Beneficiary: A person who benefits from something, especially one who receives money or property when someone dies.
  • Benefit of the doubt: Believing someone's statement, without proof that it's true.

In Medicine

In the field of medicine, the term "beneficial" is often used to describe treatments, habits, or substances that have a positive effect on health. For example, regular exercise and a balanced diet are often described as beneficial because they promote good health and help prevent disease. Similarly, a drug or therapy may be described as beneficial if it has been shown to improve health outcomes or reduce the risk of disease.

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