Alternative Medicine

    Is Alternative Medicine for You?

    Alternative medicines, also known as complementary and alternative therapies, or CAM, include natural and herbal remedies, mind-body therapies (such as tai chi, meditation, yoga, hypnotherapy, acupuncture and progressive relaxation), massage therapy, and other types of bodywork.

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    Acupuncture for Pain, Sleep Problems, and More

    Discover the health benefits of this ancient form of medicine.

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    Healthy Herbs and Spices

    From cinnamon to garlic, spices can taste amazing and fight disease. Alternative medicine pioneer Andrew Weil, MD, shows Dr. Oz how some spices fight inflammation.

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    Can a Massage Lower Blood Pressure?

    Find out why experts think massage is part of a healthy life.

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    Can Alternative Therapies Reduce Stress and Anxiety?

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    Alternative Medicine Q&As

    Mark Schwartz
    Mark Schwartz
    Alternative & Complementary Medicine
    		 Q

    Can acupuncture help with anxiety?
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    In Chinese Medicine, emotions such as anxiety, depression, stress, and anger interrupt the smooth flow energy through . . .


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