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Complementary and Alternative Therapies
The terms "alternative" or "complementary" are used to refer to non-traditional methods of diagnosing, preventing, or treating cancer. Many cancer patients find that these therapies relieve symptoms or side effects, ease pain, and enhance their lives during treatment. How can you know if these approaches are safe and if they can help you?
Complementary and Alternative Methods for Cancer Management
Guidelines For Using Complementary and Alternative Methods
Placebo Effect
 Mind, Body, and Spirit
Learn how a good attitude and healthy spirit may have positive physical effects.
 Manual Healing and Physical Touch
Get the facts about acupuncture, reflexology, and other non-traditional therapies.
 Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
See what both promoters and critics say about these non-traditional methods of treatment.
 Diet and Nutrition
Find out about fasting, juicing, and other dietary practices.
 Pharmacological and Biological Treatment
Can these non-traditional therapies slow or stop the growth of cancer cells? Find out more.
 
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