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Therapies26
  • Don't take all claims at face value and do your homework when considering Complementary and Alternative Medicine therapies. (mayoclinic.org)
  • And thanks to increasing research on CAM treatments, doctors are now better able to understand the role these complementary therapies can play in helping treat and prevent disease. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Combining therapies from biological medicine, functional medicine, and homeopathy. (greenpeople.org)
  • With SANA and COMPLETA supplementary insurance, you receive 100% of the costs of complementary medicines and therapies up to CHF 5,000 per calendar year. (helsana.ch)
  • Homeopathy' is used here metaphorically as a widely recognized exemplar of the therapies of ' alternative medicine ' as distinct from those of 'allopathic' conventional medicine , understood here as typical of the financial prescriptions of the G20 Summit (April 2009). (laetusinpraesens.org)
  • Complementary medicine therapies, like herbal remedies or yoga, focus on your overall health and may help you feel better. (healthwise.net)
  • A holistic Approach to Arthritis and Management of chronic pain' is a sincere effort to help people in the field of complementary therapies. (exoticindiaart.com)
  • Edzard Ernst is the world's first professor of complementary medicine, based at Exeter University, where he has spent over a decade analysing meticulously the evidence for and against alternative therapies.He is supported in his findings by Simon Singh, the well-known and highly respected science writer of several international bestsellers. (healthwatcher.net)
  • Complementary therapies: The big con? (healthwatcher.net)
  • We spend billions on complementary therapies. (healthwatcher.net)
  • Millions of people worldwide swear by such therapies as acupuncture, herbal cures, and homeopathic remedies. (healthwatcher.net)
  • In their study, which appeared in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice , they systematically reviewed literature to determine the demographic profiles, prevalence and reasons for the use of CAM among cancer patients . (naturalnews.com)
  • Traditional folks treatments and the trendy alternative medicines that harken back to such therapies rake in annual revenues of $80 billion to $200 billion worldwide. (aol-wholesale.com)
  • Versus "various," Cassileth prefers the term "integrative" medicine, which topics nonstandard therapies to scientific tests. (aol-wholesale.com)
  • Nutritional remedies and herbal remedies were the most commonly used CAM therapies, followed by physical methods. (who.int)
  • Overview of Integrative, Complementary, and Alternative Medicine Integrative medicine and health (IMH) and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) include healing approaches and therapies that historically have not been included in conventional, mainstream. (msdmanuals.com)
  • and delineates variation in the use of traditional healers and complementary therapies. (cdc.gov)
  • The International Complementary and Alternative Medicine Questionnaire (I-CAM-Q) elicited use of conventional health care providers, traditional healers, and complementary therapies in the previous 12 months. (cdc.gov)
  • Conclusions: Mexican farm workers use conventional health care providers as well as traditional healers and complementary therapies. (cdc.gov)
  • Research on how use of complementary therapies and a system of medical pluralism affects farm worker health is needed. (cdc.gov)
  • Health care providers need to recognize complementary therapy use and provide patient education about ineffective or harmful therapies. (cdc.gov)
  • In a joint effort to enhance research and development of traditional medicines for COVID-19 in Africa, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) today launched an expert advisory committee/panel to provide independent scientific advice and support to countries on the safety, efficacy and quality of traditional medicine therapies. (bvsalud.org)
  • By pooling expertise within the continent, the Regional Expert Committee will also accelerate the pace and elevate the standards of research, particularly clinical research on new therapies from traditional medicines against COVID-19. (bvsalud.org)
  • Commendable efforts are ongoing on the continent to find COVID-19 therapies in traditional medicine. (bvsalud.org)
  • A previous report use of complementary and medicine (CAM) comprises a diverse set alternative discussed the prevalence of CAM use medicine, with 2007 of healing philosophies, therapies, and estimates among adults and children (2). (cdc.gov)
  • Alternative Therapies: became an alternative term for Complementary Therapies. (bvsalud.org)
Acupuncture10
  • Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments , such as herbal remedies and acupuncture, are growing in popularity. (mayoclinic.org)
  • A number of complaints can, for example, be alleviated through acupuncture in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), herbal medicine of traditional European naturopathy or osteopathy. (helsana.ch)
  • Learn about traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and its healing methods: from acupuncture to moxibustion through to Tai Chi. (helsana.ch)
  • With SANA or COMPLETA supplementary insurance, you receive 75 percent of the costs for coverage for remedies and therapy methods provided by complementary medicine, such as osteopathy, kinesiology, acupuncture massage and Bach flower remedies, etc. (helsana.ch)
  • The Swiss have taken a very bold and unbiased approach toward including acupuncture, herbal medicine, holistic medicine, homeopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine into the country's compulsory health insurance coverage. (bernews.com)
  • People are now deciding that they would like less invasive forms of treatment and they're going towards alternative and complementary forms of medicine such as acupuncture and homeopathy and so forth. (bernews.com)
  • Larry P. Credit received his doctorate in Oriental medicine from SAMRA University, and is a graduate of the New England School of Acupuncture. (squareonepublishers.com)
  • It is honest, impartial but hard-hitting, and provides a thorough examination and judgement of more than thirty of the most popular treatments, such as acupuncture, homeopathy, aromatherapy, reflexology, chiropractic and herbal medicine. (healthwatcher.net)
  • Acupuncture in Medicine is a quarterly title, which aims to build the evidence base for acupuncture. (dcscience.net)
  • While complementary medicine refers to non-standard treatments (e.g., acupuncture) that are used together with conventional medicine, alternative medicine refers to any treatment (e.g., natural remedies) used in place of standard medical treatments. (naturalnews.com)
National Center for Complementary2
  • The site for the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Medicine is one trustworthy source of information. (mayoclinic.org)
  • A survey conducted by the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) and the National Center for Health Statistics revealed that about four in 10 adults and one in nine children in the U.S. use some form of CAM. (naturalnews.com)
Treatments15
  • In fact, conventional medicine and evidence-based complementary medicine treatments may be offered together - a practice called integrative medicine. (mayoclinic.org)
  • But while complementary and alternative medicine - CAM for short - offers you more options, not all CAM treatments have been studied well enough to know whether they're safe or effective. (mayoclinic.org)
  • In this article, we look at the causes and treatments of broken blood vessels on the face, as well as home remedies and when to see a doctor. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Many Americans use medical treatments that are not part of mainstream medicine. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Non-pharmacological treatments such as "home remedies" are ubiquitous in the media and non-scientific literature [ 1 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • You receive contributions (75% outpatient, 100% inpatient) towards the cost of treatments and remedies. (helsana.ch)
  • Why doesn't Helsana pay for preventative complementary medicine treatments? (helsana.ch)
  • Complementary interventions are used together with conventional treatments, whereas alternative interventions are used instead of conventional medicine. (intechopen.com)
  • Standard medicine refers to treatments that have been tested in science studies and found to work. (brighamandwomens.org)
  • What a PLP Government would do would be to legislate the requirement for insurance companies to provide further coverage for those types of traditional medicines that we are finding that there's strong evidence to support that they are equally, if not more beneficial, in so far as treatments of various ailments that people are suffering from. (bernews.com)
  • Suckers reveals how alternative medicine can jeopardize the health of those it claims to treat, leaches resources from treatments of proven efficacy and is largely unaccountable and unregulated. (healthwatcher.net)
  • In The Cure Within, her splendid history of mind-body medicine, Anne Harrington tries to explain why we draw connections between emotions and illness, and helps trace how today s myriad alternative and complementary treatments came to be. (healthwatcher.net)
  • It is very important that you tell your child's doctor about any complementary or alternative medicine treatments that you are using, including natural or herbal remedies. (kidshealth.org.nz)
  • Specializing in fibromyalgia research and treatments using naturopathic and holistic medicine. (infoholix.net)
  • Herbal treatments are the most popular form of traditional medicine and 70% to 80% of the Region has used a form as primary health care. (who.int)
Homeopathy3
Conventional medicine8
  • No single treatment is universally recognised as effective and many patients often turn to therapeutic approaches outside of conventional medicine. (researchgate.net)
  • approaches outside of conventional medicine. (researchgate.net)
  • Conventional medicine and complementary medicine follow two different approaches. (helsana.ch)
  • They are not getting satisfaction through conventional medicine. (pacherbs.com)
  • The disease could not be cured with the help of conventional medicine even after best medical antinational. (exoticindiaart.com)
  • Conventional medicine is based on evidence. (kidshealth.org.nz)
  • Participants ucts that are not presently considered study sample reported using prayer were eligible for inclusion if they were part of conventional medicine" (3,4) , and herbal remedies respectively (13) . (who.int)
  • This report is based conventional medicine. (cdc.gov)
Practices5
  • We employed descriptive statistics to summarise the data and logistic regression adjusted for clustering within practices to explore associations between home remedy use and participants' sociodemographic characteristics. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Complementary and alternative medicine are products and practices that are not considered part of conventional medical care. (kidshealth.org.nz)
  • The National Cancer Institute defines complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) as medical products and practices that are not part of standard medical care. (naturalnews.com)
  • The Nationwide Middle for Complementary and Various Drugs (NCCAM) defines CAM as a bunch of diverse medical and well being care programs, practices, and products that aren't usually considered part of conventional medication. (aol-wholesale.com)
  • In 2006, the National Policy for Complementary and Integrative Practices within the Brazilian National Health System6 was established. (bvsalud.org)
Symptoms8
  • There are many natural remedies that can help reduce symptoms people with Crohn's disease experience. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Modern medicine often fails to cure and just tries to alleviate the symptoms. (intechopen.com)
  • The number is much higher elsewhere: As many as two thirds of patients with diabetes in India and Saudi Arabia incorporate herbal remedies to help manage symptoms, whereas about half of patients with diabetes in the United Kingdom use herbal medicines. (medscape.com)
  • Some remedies may help as-is if your symptoms are mild, but in most cases, they should be considered complementary to other therapeutic approaches, not a replacement for them. (psychcentral.com)
  • You can also try certain lifestyle changes and natural remedies that may help relieve your symptoms and improve your quality of life. (healthline.com)
  • What's because diabetes medicines insulin the most common symptoms of diabetes is a history of diabetes and type 2 how do I control blood sugar diabetes is important to improve insulin resistance as well as high blood sugar. (atime.org)
  • The remedy reflects the very theme and symptoms that Anita reported. (hpathy.com)
  • Focus Formula™ is also a great complementary herbal remedy to BrightSpark™, a homeopathic medicine for temporarily relieving symptoms of hyperactivity, distractibility and impulsiveness. (nativeremedies.com)
Efficacy6
  • No clinical studies were found relating to the efficacy of this remedy. (karger.com)
  • However, current oral antidiabetic agents using orthodox medicine have unmet efficacy and undesirable side effects in patients, leading to the development of microvascular and macrovascular complications. (hindawi.com)
  • For a comprehensive and safe healthcare management in the context of patient-oriented medicine, more evidence-based research on efficacy and safety of home remedies as well as their place in primary care consultation is required. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Acknowledging the efficacy, along with the cost effectiveness of Complementary Alternative Modalities in Bermuda has long been a challenge for both governments along with traditionally trained allopathic practitioners. (bernews.com)
  • Efficacy of homeopathic remedies for various disorders has been extensively studied. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Rigorous clinical testing to evaluate safety and efficacy will be critical, similar to other areas of medicine," said Dr John Nkengasong, Director of Africa CDC and WHO Special Envoy on COVID-19. (bvsalud.org)
Approaches5
  • The argument here is that there is a curious parallel in the discourse -- to the extent that there is any -- between the remedial strategies of 'allopathic remedies' and those of 'alternative remedies', whether in the case of the global financial system or in the case of global approaches to individual health care. (laetusinpraesens.org)
  • Chinese medicine has 4,000 years of tradition and healing and, Western approaches to alternative medicine have more than 3,000 years of history. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Many parents think about using complementary or alternative medicine approaches for their children. (kidshealth.org.nz)
  • Many parents consider using complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) approaches for their children. (kidshealth.org.nz)
  • There are some important things that you should think about before you use complementary or alternative medicine approaches for your child. (kidshealth.org.nz)
Systematic review2
  • This systematic review is aimed at analysing the effects of herb remedies in the above conditions. (researchgate.net)
  • Apple cider vinegar and fenugreek seeds are the most effective at reducing fasting blood glucose and A1c levels compared with four other popular herbal remedies for type 2 diabetes , a recent systematic review found. (medscape.com)
Costs of complementary1
  • Objective --This report presents selected estimates of costs of complementary million children under age 18 years) (2). (cdc.gov)
Herbal remedy1
  • The largest study of the popular herbal remedy echinacea finds it won't help you get better any sooner. (waccobb.net)
Practitioners of complementary3
  • Practitioners of complementary medicine, by contrast, are interested in what triggers the disorder. (helsana.ch)
  • In 2008 under the PLP Government, the Bermuda Health Council invited practitioners of complementary alternative medicine to a discussion on how the country could implement CAM modalities into our own healthcare system. (bernews.com)
  • While some practitioners of complementary and alternative medicine are registered health professionals, many are not registered. (kidshealth.org.nz)
Abstract1
  • ABSTRACT The prevalence of use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is widespread and is growing worldwide. (who.int)
Nutritional4
  • Nutritional medicine practitioner in Australia - Wnmed.com.au - Our nutritious medicine practitioner is always ready to understand and work with in people's digestion preferences and dietary inclinations. (powershow.com)
  • Meet or Team of Nutritional medicine practitioner. (powershow.com)
  • Unlike botanical and nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies are regulated by the FDA. (msdmanuals.com)
  • Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) of prayer and nutritional/herbal remedies centres. (who.int)
Naturopath3
  • Find a holistic health clinic, a naturopath, complementary alternative medicine and integrative medicine in our green resources guide. (greenpeople.org)
  • Your doctor, naturopath or complementary therapist is recognised by us. (helsana.ch)
  • Medicines are handed out or prescribed by a doctor or recognised naturopath and are approved by the Swiss Agency for Therapeutic Products Swissmedic for the treatment of the existing illness. (helsana.ch)
Folk remedies4
  • Folk remedies and foods may contain toxic plants or other ingredients that can be poisonous when ingested. (cdc.gov)
  • International travelers who become ill may encounter herbal medicines or other local traditional folk remedies. (cdc.gov)
  • Some plants do contain biologically active ingredients, and some pharmaceuticals in widespread use today are identical to, or derivatives of, bioactive constituents of historic folk remedies. (merckvetmanual.com)
  • The Appalachian literature illustrates folk remedies, rituals and moonshine but do Appalachians use complementary and alternative medicine at higher rates? (rrh.org.au)
Practice2
Ayurvedic Medicine1
Natural18
  • Herbal remedies, vitamins and minerals, and dietary supplements are often marketed as "natural" products, but natural doesn't always mean safe. (mayoclinic.org)
  • What natural remedies are there for Crohn's disease? (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • A person can use natural remedies alongside standard medical treatment, and they should always consult a doctor before doing so. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Natural remedies for Crohn's disease may also help bring relief. (medicalnewstoday.com)
  • Natural Remedies for Heart Health: Help or Harm? (webmd.com)
  • Swipe your digital device or turn on the TV and you'll see ad after ad for natural remedies that can heal your heart and help you live longer . (webmd.com)
  • Often touted as being natural and assumed to be safer than pharmaceutical products, many herbal remedies have not been studied in rigorous clinical trials. (cdc.gov)
  • If the medically prescribed therapy for an illness is not having the desired effect, complementary medicine can offer a natural alternative. (helsana.ch)
  • If you live with depression, you may feel like you want to tackle it from all directions: therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, and natural remedies. (psychcentral.com)
  • Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is part of the fabric of midwifery and includes knowledge that has been passed from woman to woman, midwife to midwife, midwife to mother, and back again, keeping the circle of natural health rolling through centuries of care. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • They have a choice about use and incorporating natural remedies into their experience as opposed to having conventional medicines foisted upon them. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • It is with this understanding that alternative medicine practitioner's work with midwives to develop natural ways to administer aid to women during pregnancy, labor and birth. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Although there are not a large number of clinical studies supporting the use of alternative medicine in childbirth, there are several small studies supporting some techniques and natural remedies used to help women during pregnancy, labor and delivery. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • Western alternative medicine is based on natural philosophies that are rooted in all aspects of western culture. (pregnancy-info.net)
  • natural diabetes medicines, but some commonly occur more often in the current group. (atime.org)
  • natural remedies to control blood sugar levels how much does insulin decrease blood sugar and cholesterol levels. (atime.org)
  • Formulated by our team of experts in natural medicine to promote improved concentration and mental focus in children, teens and adults, Focus Formula™ helps to support attentiveness, information retention and mental clarity without the risk of side effects. (nativeremedies.com)
  • If you are among those who want to opt for natural remedies, look no further. (stylecraze.com)
Participants3
  • The review included 44 randomized clinical trials with more than 3000 participants using six herbal remedies: apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, curcumin, fenugreek seeds, ginger , and saffron. (medscape.com)
  • A The demand for complementary and study in Saudi Arabia found that the report on the qualitative phase of the alternative medicine (CAM) is strong majority of participants using CAM study has previously been reported and growing worldwide. (who.int)
  • Medicine supplement of the 2007 NHIS participants' use of ``herbal data at a single point in time results in (4). (cdc.gov)
Orthodox2
  • As the world races to find treatment and vaccines against the virus, research into traditional and orthodox medicines as potential COVID-19 therapy must be grounded in science, and today marks an important step in supporting these endeavours," said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa. (bvsalud.org)
  • Medicinal plants used by traditional medical practitioners (TMP) to treat cancers are considered safe when used alone or combined with conventional therapy to ensure their effectiveness and eliminate the toxic effects of orthodox medicines. (who.int)
Traditional17
  • Read how one of the most important treatment methods of traditional Chinese medicine can cure ailments. (helsana.ch)
  • Traditional and complementary medicine regains popularity not only in developing countries but also in developed countries. (intechopen.com)
  • Traditional and complementary medicine, being turned scientifically into evidence-based medicine, will change the medical philosophy and treatment such as individualized and holistic approach. (intechopen.com)
  • Efforts of human beings to find solutions to the diseases, magic and witchcraft and religious beliefs created the basis of traditional medicine. (intechopen.com)
  • Currently used drugs are mostly sourced from traditional medical products such aspirin, which has been developed as a painkiller from quinine and cocaine has been prescribed in modern medicine for a long time. (intechopen.com)
  • Traditional medicine is living harmonized with cultural components where any disease information is passed through the generations. (intechopen.com)
  • Traditional alternative medicine has been practiced for centuries worldwide. (brighamandwomens.org)
  • Many people use complementary medicine along with traditional medical care. (healthwise.net)
  • I was recently made aware of an article on how the Swiss government officially recognized five complementary alternative modalities as legitimate medicine to work in conjunction with allopathic or traditional Western medicine within their healthcare system. (bernews.com)
  • Traditional medicine refers to the knowledge, skills and practises based on the theories, beliefs and experiences indigenous to different cultures, used in the maintenance of health and in the prevention, diagnosis, improvement or treatment of physical and mental illness. (who.int)
  • Traditional medicine is often termed alternative or complementary medicine in many countries. (who.int)
  • One third of the population lacks access to essential medicines and the provision of safe and effective traditional and alternative remedies could become an important way of increasing access to health care services. (who.int)
  • The VHL TCIM Americas shares this original news from WHO Africa for its relevance in the topic of Traditional Medicines research in the context of the pandemic. (bvsalud.org)
  • The 25-member Regional Expert Committee on Traditional Medicine for COVID-19 will support countries in collaborative efforts to conduct clinical trials of traditional medicines in compliance with international standards. (bvsalud.org)
  • WHO recognizes that traditional, complementary and alternative medicine has many benefits and Africa has a long history of traditional medicine and practitioners that play an important role in providing care to populations. (bvsalud.org)
  • Interest in traditional medicine as potential remedies for COVID-19 is growing in Africa. (bvsalud.org)
  • Members of the Regional Expert Committee are mainly from research institutions, national regulatory authorities, traditional medicine programmes, public health departments, academia, medical pharmacy professions and civil society organizations of Member States. (bvsalud.org)
Diabetes8
  • Research and development of new remedies for diabetes are, therefore, in great demand. (hindawi.com)
  • The authors said they hoped the review would help medical professionals and people with type 2 diabetes understand the effectiveness of different herbal remedies and consider incorporating these remedies into standard care. (medscape.com)
  • Most of the studies included only short follow-up periods, meaning that the long-term effects of using these herbal remedies to help manage type 2 diabetes remain unclear. (medscape.com)
  • Willcox, who has co-authored a review of herbal remedies for glycemic control in type 2 diabetes, said he was surprised that apple cider vinegar came out on top in this analysis. (medscape.com)
  • Up to 3.6 million people use herbal remedies to manage type 2 diabetes in the US, according to a 2014 study cited by the review authors. (medscape.com)
  • homeopathic medicines for diabetes type 2 diabetes and this approach is an initial risk factor for developing type 2 diabetes. (atime.org)
  • blood high glucose all diabetes medicines names Risperdal high blood sugar levels, including insulin resistance. (atime.org)
  • complementary and alternative diabetics high blood sugar hospital medicines for diabetes without diabetes. (atime.org)
Evidence5
  • Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. (wikipedia.org)
  • There are plenty of unconventional remedies and supplements that lack scientific evidence. (theglobeandmail.com)
  • However, the evidence for the herbal remedies included in their review also lacked substantial follow-up periods assessing their long-term effects. (medscape.com)
  • In the tradition of Michael Shermer's Why People Believe Weird Things and Robert Parks's Voodoo Science , Barker Bausell provides an engaging look at the scientific evidence for complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and at the logical, psychological, and physiological pitfalls that lead otherwise intelligent people--including researchers, physicians, and therapists--to endorse these cures. (healthwatcher.net)
  • Much of the evidence quoted to support complementary and alternative medicine is not based on this rigorous standard and information on the internet is often based on individual stories (anecdotes). (kidshealth.org.nz)
Therapy3
  • This is any form of therapy used with standard medicine. (brighamandwomens.org)
  • On the same day that I received a wonderful testimonial from a woman taking Menopause Relief Herb Pack, I read the news announcement from the Annals of Internal Medicine, that HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy) creates significant health risks, including stroke and breast cancer. (pacherbs.com)
  • Conventional and complementary therapy use among Mexican farm workers in North Carolina: applying the I-CAM-Q. (cdc.gov)
Methods1
  • Complementary medicine encompasses various diagnostic processes, healing methods and remedies. (helsana.ch)
Treatment8
  • Although scientific studies are the best way to evaluate whether a treatment is safe and effective, it isn't always possible to find good studies about alternative medicine. (mayoclinic.org)
  • Some herb remedies seem useful for the treatment of PMS. (researchgate.net)
  • In addition, people tend to incorporate the treatment or remedy into other lifestyle changes that can improve their well-being. (theglobeandmail.com)
  • Make use of contributions towards the cost of alternative forms of treatment and remedies. (helsana.ch)
  • This is treatment used instead of standard medicine. (brighamandwomens.org)
  • I agree with you Dr. Elaine Jolly, women are turning to alternative medicine especially Chinese herbs for menopause treatment. (pacherbs.com)
  • Could the treatment interact with medicines prescribed by your doctor that your child is already taking? (kidshealth.org.nz)
  • The medicine or treatment being tested is compared to another treatment, or to a fake version of the treatment, called a placebo. (kidshealth.org.nz)
Annals of Inter1
Approach2
Ailments1
Alternative remedies1
  • A more generic focus on the metaphoric potential of the range of alternative remedies is discussed in a concluding section. (laetusinpraesens.org)
Alternatives to conventional1
  • Nature-sourced remedies offer lucrative alternatives to conventional pharmaceutical solutions due to prevailing consumer preferences and a burgeoning health and wellness trend. (reportlinker.com)
World's1
Clinical3
  • Apple cider vinegar had three clinical trials to back the finding, and fenugreek seeds had four studies supporting the results - fewer than the other included remedies. (medscape.com)
  • The six herbal remedies included in the study were chosen out of dozens of popular complementary medicines for the strength and number of clinical trials backing their use. (medscape.com)
  • Complementary or alternative medicines (CAM) are becoming more respected in the Western model of medicine, as researchers study them in clinical settings. (psychcentral.com)
Medication1
  • 2) Complementary medication is used in addition to standard drugs, whereas various medicine replaces standard medication. (aol-wholesale.com)
Herbs1
  • The center, set up to test herbs and other alternative health remedies, has spent $6.8 million testing echinacea since 2002. (waccobb.net)
Medical care4
Research2
Center2
  • It was funded by the National Center of Complementary and Alternative Medicine, part of the National Institutes of Health. (waccobb.net)
  • I simply added a great deal of very helpful complementary, supportive care - pre, throughout and submit - that no one in the academic medical center where I obtained my remedy recommended. (aol-wholesale.com)
Patients8
  • Home remedies are anchored in patients' everyday life, but their use in Western cultures remains scarcely explored. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Our objectives were to investigate primary care patients' perspectives and use of non-pharmacological home remedies in Geneva (Switzerland). (biomedcentral.com)
  • Patients were recruited in the waiting rooms and asked to complete a questionnaire about their sociodemographic characteristics, their home remedy use, and their expectations and reasons for using (or not using) home remedies. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Home remedies were used by 64.4% of patients. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Home remedies are used by a majority of primary care patients in Geneva. (biomedcentral.com)
  • In the light of the growing interest in patient-centred medicine, a (more) balanced view of reliable information should benefit both GPs and their patients. (biomedcentral.com)
  • After this incidence he studies and practiced alternative systems of medicine and has cured more than one thousand patients of different disorders. (exoticindiaart.com)
  • Although various studies have evaluated the reasons for and individual factors associated with the use of herbal remedies by primary care patients, the characteristics of the population that use herbal medicines for oral health problems are relatively unknown. (bvsalud.org)