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The Natural Medicine Channel details aromatherapy, herbal remedies and home remedies. In addition, the channel offers a vast amount of information on alternative medicine and traditional Chinese medicine.

Alternative Medicine
Aromatherapy
Herbal Remedies
Home Remedies
Traditional Chinese Medicine

Alternative Medicine
It seems alternative medicine is sweeping the country but alternative medical treatments have been around for centuries. Our extensive alternative medicine library covers acne to alcoholism and insomnia to lupus.
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Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is an alternative medicine that uses the smell from essential oils to treat conditions. Learn more about aromatherapy, including what it exactly is, how to practice it and what role essential oils play.
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Herbal Remedies
Herbal remedies are a safe and effective alternative for treatment of a range of conditions. It's estimated that nearly 80 percent of the world's population use herbs for some aspect of primary health care; explore our library of botanicals, herbs and remedies.
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Home Remedies
Home remedies have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional medicine. Find home remedies for common medical problems you can use to treat everything from minor ailments to diseases like asthma and diabetes.
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Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese medicine is an ancient practice that includes herbal remedies, acupuncture as well as massage therapy, and is still used by millions of people all over the world. Find information about traditional Chinese medicine, treatments, cures and beliefs.
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Echinacea: Herbal Remedies

Echinacea's roots are used to treat colds, flu, and infections. Echinacea, often taken as tincture or as pills, also stimulates the body's natural immune function. Learn more about echinacea and how it can help you treat and prevent sickness.

Herbal Remedies for Colds

There is no cure for the common cold, but there are many safe, effective herbal remedies for colds that both prevent and shorten the course of this seasonal illness.

Herbal Remedies for Men

While a lot of attention has been paid to women's health issues, the medical community has relatively ignored the guys. Similarly, not much has been said about how herbs can affect men's health issues. Learn about herbal remedies for men.