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Taking Alternative IBS Meds with Prescribed Meds?
Posted by admin in Alternative Medicine on June 20, 2011
Alternative medicine and complementary therapy is becoming more and more popular among IBS sufferers in America. In fact, it is estimated that more than 40% of Americans who suffer from gastrointestinal disorders seek complementary and alternative medicines (CAM). The reason is because IBS can often be hard to treat with prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Furthermore, many medications cause negative side effects that in some cases actually make the condition worse.
Alternative and complementary therapies are a holistic approach to treating IBS. These natural treatments typically involve proper diet management and stress reduction to help control, reduce and eliminate IBS symptoms.
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Understanding Alternative Medicine: 5 Key Points
Posted by admin in Alternative Medicine on June 20, 2011
The phrase “alternative medicine” is becoming less alternative every day, though it is still a very controversial topic. As this concept creeps into the mainstream of American culture, it’s important to be clear about what types of medicine would legitimately fall within this category. The phrase has become a catch-all for any healing practice that is not considered part of traditional or conventional medicine. Skeptics would say that definition leaves people vulnerable to deceptive practices or outright scams. But alternative methods are becoming more popular despite these concerns. Advocates of it argue that there are many effective methods that have been practiced for thousands of years.
Here are five key points that indicate a particular method or practice is worth your time and money.
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The True Meaning of Alternative Medicine
Posted by admin in Alternative Medicine on June 20, 2011
Alternative medicine is a type of therapeutic practice that is not considered to be a part of traditional or conventional medical treatment. People use alternative medicine instead of using traditional medical treatment. This is often because they feel it is a natural way to get better.
There are many types of alternative medicine. Some are covered by medical insurance, but most are not. Some forms of alternative medicine that may be covered are chiropractic and osteopathic therapy. These forms of alternative medicine are widely used.