alternative medicine
noun
: any of various systems of healing or treating disease (such as chiropractic, homeopathy, or faith healing) not included in the traditional medical curricula of the U.S. and Britain
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine There are many anecdotal claims that complementary or alternative medicines can treat tinnitus.
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Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
They are sometimes used in complementary and alternative medicine to support certain conditions and overall well-being.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024
However, due to its possible risks, many people prefer or need to use alternative medicine or supplements.1
Black cohosh, dong quai, and red clover are some supplements that might be helpful during menopause, but data on their effectiveness is lacking.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 13 Aug. 2024
Designed as a countermeasure against poachers who illegally harvest rhino horns for alternative medicine and luxury items, this project promises to deter smuggling and save countless rhinos.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 June 2024
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Carley Millhone, Health, 20 Oct. 2024
They are sometimes used in complementary and alternative medicine to support certain conditions and overall well-being.
—Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 27 Sep. 2024
However, due to its possible risks, many people prefer or need to use alternative medicine or supplements.1
Black cohosh, dong quai, and red clover are some supplements that might be helpful during menopause, but data on their effectiveness is lacking.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 13 Aug. 2024
Designed as a countermeasure against poachers who illegally harvest rhino horns for alternative medicine and luxury items, this project promises to deter smuggling and save countless rhinos.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 27 June 2024
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“Alternative medicine.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/alternative%20medicine. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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