Alternative Medicine: Integrative Medicine, Natural & Herbal Remedies

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

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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?

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Can Alternative Therapies Reduce Stress and Anxiety?

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38%
The percentage of U.S. adults who use alternative therapies
National Institutes of Health/NCCAM

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Mark Schwartz Alternative & Complementary Medicine	Q	Can acupuncture help with anxiety?
Mark Schwartz Alternative & Complementary Medicine	A	In Chinese Medicine, emotions such as anxiety, depression, stress, and anger interrupt the smooth flow energy through . . . Read More

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