Alternative Medicine

For 20 years, ALA supplements have been used to treat a variety of medical conditions including HIV, cancer, hepatitis, vascular disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer's. Some doctors believe ALA can even help slow the aging process.

By Richard Winter

There's something fishy about the American diet. Or rather, something not fishy enough. We need to increase our intake of beneficial essential fatty acids, especially omega-3 fats, which can be found in salmon, sardines and fish oil supplement

By Andrew Aguecheek

Beyond its abilities as a culinary spice and a coloring agent, turmeric has been used for hundreds of years in traditional and Ayurvedic medicine to treat a variety of medical conditions.

By Elizabeth Abbess

Protein supplements are often advertised as an easy way to lose fat and gain lean muscle mass. But dieters should use caution -- there are some side effects you should know about.

By Eleanor Duse

According to Ayurveda, each person is born with a unique composition of the three doshas -- vata, pitta and kapha -- that determine our physical and psychological makeup.

By Andrew Aguecheek

Nowadays, your trip to a hospital might involve yoga, acupuncture or art therapy. How do complementary medicines work in tandem with traditional treatments, and what are the most common therapies?

By Julia Layton

With alternative therapies becoming mainstream, it's important to know the benefits -- and dangers -- of stepping outside the traditional medicine arena. What are the pros and cons of expanding your heart-health regimen beyond prescriptions?

By Julia Layton

Reflexology is a complementary therapy that has some people putting down their painkillers. Is the key to reducing postoperative pain on the soles of your feet?

By Julia Layton

Surgery is tough on a body, and postsurgical pain can be all-encompassing. It's no surprise people are turning meditation as a way to manipulate their brains and manage their pain.

By Julia Layton

Praying may help you be healthier, but what happens when someone prays for you? Is it possible to quantify the power of prayer?

By Josh Clark

Alternative medicines for a yeast infection include nutritional therapy, herbal medicine, and homeopathy.

By Editors of Consumer Guide

Alternative medicines for varicose veins include hydrotherapy and nutritional therapy. Learn to treat varicose veins with alternative medicines.

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Alternative medicines for ulcers include nutritional therapy and herbal medicine. Learn to treat ulcers with alternative medicines in your own home.

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Alternative medicines for uterine fibroids include mind/body medicine, hydrotherapy, and nutritional therapy.

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Alternative medicines for enlarged prostate include herbal medicine and nutritional therapy. Learn alternative ways to treat enlarged prostate.

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Alternative medicines for psoriasis include nutritional therapy, hydrotherapy, and detoxification, fasting, and colon therapy.

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Alternative medicines for sinusitis include chiropractic medicine, herbal medicine, and acupuncture. Learn alternative ways to treat sinusitis.

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Alternative medicines for a sore throat include herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, and aromatherapy. Learn alternative ways to treat a sore throat.

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Alternative medicines for temporomandibular disorder include biofeedback training, acupressure, and craniosacral therapy. Learn more about treatments.

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Alternative medicines for kidney stones include nutritional therapy and herbal medicine. Learn to treat kidney stones with alternative medicine.

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Alternative medicines for lupus erythematosus include nutritional therapy and environmental medicine. Learn to treat lupus with alternative medicine.

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Alternative medicines for nausea and vomiting include acupressure, naturopathic medicine, and aromatherapy. Learn more about alternative treatments.

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Alternative medicines for obesity include nutritional therapy and detoxification, fasting, and colon therapy. Learn alternative obesity treatments.

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Alternative medicines for osteoporosis include nutritional therapy and herbal medicine. Learn to treat osteoporosis with alternative medicine at home.

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Alternative medicines for pregnancy discomforts include acupressure, yoga, and herbal medicine. Learn alternative ways to treat pregnancy discomforts.

By Editors of Consumer Guide