Define the following terms: Alternative medicine, complementary medicine, dietary supplement, and
herbal medicine.
Your Answer:
Alternative medicine can be defined as herbal medicine, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage,
reflexology, and any other therapies traditionally not emphasized in Wester...
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Define the following terms: Alternative medicine, complementary medicine, dietary supplement, and
herbal medicine.
Your Answer:
Alternative medicine can be defined as herbal medicine, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage,
reflexology, and any other therapies traditionally not emphasized in Western medical schools.
Complementary medicine is defined as alternative medicine when used simultaneously with, rather
than instead of, standard Western medicine. A Dietary supplement is a product that contains an
ingredient intended to complement the diet, such as vitamins, minerals, herbs, or other
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