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Mind-Body Medicines
Biologically Based Practices
Manipulative and Body-Based Practices
Energy Medicine
Whole Medical Systems
These are based on the belief that your mind is able to affect your body. Some examples are:
This type of CAM uses things found in nature. This includes dietary supplements and herbal products. Some examples are:
A note about nutrition: It’s common for people with cancer to have questions about different foods to eat during treatment. Yet it’s important to know that there is no one food or special diet that has been proven to control cancer. Too much of any one food is not helpful, and may even be harmful. Because of nutrition needs you may have, it’s best to talk with the doctor in charge of your treatment about the foods you should be eating.
Manipulative and Body-Based Practices
These are based on working with one or more parts of the body. Some examples are:
Energy Medicine
Energy medicine involves the belief that the body has energy fields that can be used for healing and wellness. Therapists use pressure or move the body by placing their hands in or through these fields. Some examples are:
These are healing systems and beliefs that have evolved over time in different cultures and parts of the world. Some examples are:
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