alternative medicine?
Q. im positive in hepatitis b. ive been consulting different doctors and test my blood several times but still positive. the doctor said that no drugs are available in the market for hepa B. does anyone know what are alternative medicine for hepa b? will i die?
Asked by kangkungkernitz1081 - Wed Jun 11 03:47:01 2008 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. There are no alternative treatments for HBV. Okay, that's not quite true...there are lots, but none of them have been actually proven to do anything, thats why they are "alternative" Testing positive for HBV is not the same thing as having active disease. The most common testing just looks for immunoglobulins your body makes when you have been exposed to the virus, and those will always test positive.
Answered by SkepDoc 2.0 - Wed Jun 11 11:03:28 2008

What makes you think alternative medicine is effective?
Q. Indeed, western medicine can be risky. But alternative medicines are not usually backed by any kind of science. Which is not to say that science does not study nature and plants in relation to human health. Aspirin was discovered in the bark of a type of tree. But with such concrete science backing western medicine and next to no science behind alternative medicine, why should I believe it's effective?
Asked by Think. - Sat Feb 24 00:21:50 2007 - - 10 Answers - 1 Comments

A. there is science to some alternative medicine and many are attempts at extracting the ingredients yourself, which is silly if you can buy better stuff for your needs but is a tradition that should be remembered like moon shining and home brew. .
Answered by GreenBeansRevenge - Sat Feb 24 00:26:51 2007

How can I found an alternative medicine doctor in Modesto, California?
Q. My grandma would like to work with a doctor that believes in alternative medicine - particularly nutrition. She has several health issues.
Asked by shyneenose - Mon Jun 2 08:56:31 2008 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Go to Dr. Siegried - he is a close personal friend of mine and a great alternative Doctor. Best.
Answered by bassdoc - Mon Jun 2 09:08:37 2008

Has anyone successfully treated bipolar disorder with alternative medicine, or know of anyone who has?
Q. I am sick of the sugar cravings and weight gain, and would like to try alternative medicine or herbal remedies if possible. I am currently taking an anti-depressant and a mood stabilizer (Seroquel), and it seems to help, but the effectiveness is short lived, and then I have to increase the dosage again.
Asked by crochetgirl - Sun Nov 30 17:29:44 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I have known people that did that but unfortunately it did not work and they ended up worse than before. They actually ended up on more meds than before. I personally would not try it. Talk to your doctor though, there may be an alternative to the meds you are on that does not cause the side-effects.
Answered by Donna - Sun Nov 30 19:49:35 2008

How do I get into a career in alternative medicine?
Q. I would like to pursue a career in alternative medicine, something like acupuncture, aromatherapy or massage therapy, but I don't know where to start. What kind of degree or major would I need?
Asked by Chloe - Fri Feb 13 16:25:10 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. there are numerous schools that have such training, most however want you to have some college first. Most have an M.S. degree or offer what is known as a "first professional certificate", which one earns after a Bachelors degree. Most also offer an Associates degree, and for some specializations, a 'diploma'. In many cases, after graduation, you sit for some kind of 'licensing board exam' (ask every school about the pass rate of their grads - if they balk at giving that info, walk away) Very few schools in this sector are residential, so look for one local to you. CAVEAT: every state has different rules about licensing, and it is up to YOU to research that (the schools should be able to assist you though)
Answered by derdaktari - Fri Feb 13 16:41:16 2009

What type of higher education is needed to pursue a career in alternative medicine?
Q. I live in dallas tx and i just graduated high school. I want to pursue a career in alternative medicine such as herbology and such, but i don't know where to start. if anyone lives in dallas and knows a great way in which to begin my studies or just knows, your feedback is greatly appreciated. In college, what type of major would Alternative medicine fall under? is only universities or community colleges too, or is there a special alt. med. college. thanx everyone!
Asked by Missy Miss - Thu Jul 27 22:32:43 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check this site out This man does free online naturopathic consultations. He is properly qualified to answer this for you and the program I got when I asked for help was great. I think he may be able to help you out. You even get links to stores etc to obtain what you need. Very cool service. Wes.
Answered by hitchboy20002000 - Sat Jul 29 23:52:23 2006

What is the best way to pursue a career in alternative medicine?
Q. I am thinking about pursuing a career in alternative medicine; holistic nutrition in particular. I've searched for online programs, but for some reason i do not qualify, they say. I have a GED and a good job, but would like to pursue this career path. I would need to start this as an onling thing, and maybe attend school in a couple years when I can afford to take some time off.
Asked by Marcus - Mon Sep 21 12:40:04 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Check out the American Academy of Anti Aging. A4M.org It is all about complementary/ alternative medicine and offers a very professional fellowship and board certification program. You may need to beef up your transcript with another degree in pre-med or chiropractic in order to qualify. You can do it!
Answered by Earth Angel - Mon Sep 21 16:36:12 2009

What kind of higher education is needed to pursue a career in alternative medicine?
Q. i want to pursue a career in alternative medicine such as the use of herbs and oils but i do not know what kind of post high school education is needed. What type of major do you have to have in college to pursue a career in alternative medicine, or what kind of education is needed.
Asked by Missy Miss - Wed Jul 26 15:30:01 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Great choice!
Answered by Incongruous - Wed Jul 26 15:38:31 2006

Do you think Obama should have included more alternative medicine and energy healing in the healthcare bill?
Q. The Health care bill wages war on alternative medicine. Even a casual look at the fine details shows a clear desire to steer people away from chiropractic, acupuncture, supplementation, and energy medicine, and spiritual therapy and help/care. Any thinking person should be outraged since WESTERN corporate drug company and government controlled medicine is best when mixed with spiritual healing and treatment.
Asked by Deep Emotional Male - Thu Jun 10 06:22:23 2010 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The politicians...who mind you are all corporate fat cats before public servants...will do away with all forms of healing that do not directly profit them. We need to be archiving data and hiding it in remote locations so that it can be found in thousands of years after all forms of alternative healing have been outlawed by the government. This is a lot bigger an issue then most people understand. John McCain is waging war against supplements right now. Once the FDA gets involved in determining what herbs/supplements can be sold expect the potency, efficacy, and access to supplement/herbs to dwindle down. Disinformation campaigns have and will be waged... i would like to ask mr sparky and ratz above if he/they ever been treated by… [cont.]
Answered by unknown - Thu Jun 10 13:14:44 2010

Where can i buy books and products of alternative medicine?
Q. I am interested in purchasing books and products on alternative medicine..Can someone suggest a place where i can find all and be able to compare?
Asked by Life - Sat Nov 7 01:30:20 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Well you have not given your location :o) here are a few sites which sell books on Alternative Medicine please check them out. try these sites or do a search on Alternative medicine Books and you will finds loads of good links and here is a Bogus link :o) totally biased and misleading And here is thge truth about the owner of the above site :- Take care and God Bless
Answered by Soul Doctor - Sat Nov 7 04:16:59 2009

How can I convince my family of the potential of alternative medicine?
Q. I have read all 3 of Kevin Trudeau's books after reading several other alternative medicine books and I am trying to get my family convinced to try some of this stuff.
Asked by milthistagent - Wed May 16 18:01:35 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. there isn't a good way...the guy (rhsaunde ) probably does not have any grasp on the FDA. if he knew anything about them he would know that their funding is in a big part from the drug companies. you cannot receive funding from herbal remedies and stuff, so it would be best not to endorse any...i know a lot of alternative meds are wacky, but here is my experience. i have an incurable liver disease. the only help the doctors offered was pegasys(kinda like chemotherapy for a year) i heard about milk thistle and tried it. i have had wonderful results. i know it works cus i can tell a huge difference when i dont take it. every single health care professional i have asked about it would not give me a comment one way or another on its… [cont.]
Answered by matt m - Wed May 16 19:07:41 2007

What kind of schooling for alternative medicine?
Q. What are some occupations and the schooling you need for alternative medications? Pretty much anything from chiropractor to acupuncture to nutritionist to holistic medicine. I want to help people as a career and I'm a little bit hippy. So if you had any info on degree programs I would really appreciate it thank you!
Asked by GrreenGrrass - Thu Aug 13 22:17:29 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Your best two choices may be either a Doctor of Chiropractic (licensed in all 50 states), or a Naturopathic Physician (licensed in about a dozen states). Here is a link to a list of Chiropractic Colleges. Here is a list of accredited Naturopathic Colleges. There are unaccredited naturopathic schools, you need to avoid them. Best wishes and good luck.
Answered by Doctor J - Thu Aug 13 23:00:44 2009

Alternative medicine trained primary care physician in ATL?
Q. I am interested in a doctor who has training in alternative medicine techniques but also has certifications to allow him/her to be covered by my mainstream insurance policy - is this too much to ask?? :) I've been searching off and on for a while now, with absolutely no luck. Even if you don't have a suggestion for Atlanta - if you have stories to share about other cities I'd be interested to find out where these doctors are (or are not). Thanks!
Asked by Lala - Sun Oct 19 19:28:15 2008 - - 1 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Washington state and Oregon , I think, both cover most alternative treatments, as should every state. A lot of companies may be covering more alternative options when they discover that it costs only 10% of allopathic(toxic) medicine , or less, and has much less continuing need and much less side effects. Many states like Oklahoma may require all health insurance to cover chiropractic, but you have to know it and or may need a referral. Also, even if you have to pay for natural nontoxic ways yourself, it is almost always worth it ! Look into it, as very few officials will tell you the truth.
Answered by TRUTH - Sun Oct 19 19:37:55 2008

Which universities offer a bachelors program in alternative medicine so I can go to naturopathic school?
Q. Which universities offer degrees that I can go to naturopathic school and become a naturopathic doctor? My friend is getting hers from Coe College, it's like pre-med but in alternative medicine. I'm looking for a real university (not online).
Asked by Danielle - Wed Dec 9 16:43:51 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. In North America, the term naturopathic doctor IS protected. And there are only a handful of accredited colleges/universities. Here's a link to the accrediting body, the American Association of Naturopathic Medical Colleges... The upper right corner of AANMC webpage hosts links to each of the schools.
Answered by Dr. T - Sun Dec 13 03:13:07 2009

What's a good website for Alternative Medicine?
Q. I'm interested in learning more about alternative medicine and herbal remedies for my own personal gain... not for a career or anything like that. Does anyone know of a good website you can look up symptoms and it will recommend herbs? I am particularly interested in a natural herb for weight/appetite control and women's health.
Asked by belle2413 - Mon Nov 26 03:27:12 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Homeopathy treats the patient, i.e the whole being, not the disease or disorder, the symptoms you have given in your email are those of the Homeopathic remedies natrium muraticum (Table Salt in Homeopathic potency) and calcarea phos use them in 30 potency, three times a day half an hour before or half an hour after meals(6 hourly) always to be taken always on an empty stomach. To read more about the remedies click the links below :- To read and learn more about Homeopathy you can check this site :- Avoid taking Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not… [cont.]
Answered by Soul Doctor - Mon Nov 26 04:21:01 2007

what are the alternative medicine for thyroid cancer?
Q. I have a papillary carcinoma,or a type of thyroid cancer does anyone know any diet or alternative medicine for this?
Asked by palmaresmarilyn - Wed Feb 7 02:42:34 2007 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Chemo is not usually an option for thyroid cancer. Radioactive I131 is administered a few months after your thyroid is removed. The thyroid gland takes up iodine and so do the cancer cells. So by having treatment with I131 you will be killing the remaining cells, The benefits of treatment outweigh the side effects as there are few with I131. As for diet, the is no alternative for thyroid cancer but there is a diet you need to go on before scans and treatments called the Low Iodine Diet. Here is a site that can help you listed below
Answered by jen19801976 - Wed Feb 7 12:14:22 2007

Does anyone else spend lots of money on alternative medicine?
Q. I spend $100's of dollars a month on supplements and I can't really afford it but I can't figure out any other way to deal with some medical problems I'm having. Does anyone have any experience with saving money with alternative medicine? I find the supplements really help me but spending money I don't really have is hurting my health!
Asked by GirlfromUncle - Tue May 6 13:35:34 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The problem with today's health care is that it has become too commercialized. They hype on cures and benefits but then they later qualify that the preparation has no approved therapeutic claims. Maybe the product is research based, maybe it does help but the price we pay will bring us to poverty faster than we can get cured. I solved the problem by going back to basics. I read and read about natural foods and juices and consulted a Chinese herbalists for detox. Then of course the basic 30 minute exercise, walking is fine, it doesn't have to be rigorous. Yoga meditation and vegetarianism is also a good idea. If I were you, I will rediscover nature's inexpensive bounty. It is a mind-body experience!
Answered by larkton - Tue May 6 14:11:43 2008

Do those who practice alternative medicine keep themselves aware of the advances of modern science?
Q. The advances of science, particularly those in metabolism, genetics, and nanotechnology, promise unprecedented medical techniques that will revolutionize the practice of medicine in the coming years. Things like targeted drug delivery, RNA interference, patient specific therapy, gene therapy, stem cell therapy, cloning, etc, will do so much in the fight against disease. As an example, work on T-cell engineering, combined with advances in our understanding of cellular communication in the immune system, will soon allow physicians to expose immune cells to particular antigens and tell them to attack and kill any cell that has it, or not to. Imagine what such techniques could do for cancer, or organ transplantation. We could train immune… [cont.]
Asked by Joe - Tue Nov 17 19:01:13 2009 - - 9 Answers - 2 Comments

A. A very good question. I would say no, and in my experience alties are anti-science. Just look at homeopathy. They will only cite science when it works to their advantage. They rather use pseudoscience to promote their quackery. They will twist and misreport the real science, like acupuncturists do. And they still use the appeal to tradition fallacy - eg; some folk remedy has been used for thousands of years so it must work. Keep in mind that traditional homeopathy and chiropractic rejects germ theory.
Answered by Gary Y - Tue Nov 17 20:06:17 2009

Have you looked to alternative medicine for asthma and depression before?
Q. I've been on numerous drugs for my asthma since I was 5 and nothing seems to work. I'm also very depressed. I want it to all go away so I can be happy. Have you had luck with alternative medicine for these or other illnesses?
Asked by Chriztina - Wed Nov 22 01:04:43 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. My son is athmatic and I had him tested for allergies. Turned out that the plants, dust and dander is what causes his asthma. So he is now on allergy shots and that is really helping him get healthy. We also use an air purifier and I vaccume LOTS (with a dyson cause that is the best on the market). Try to keep dust down. In the winter we use a humidifier to keep his throat moist and a dehumidifier in the summer so he isn't too moist... When Alex gets depressed about the meds he takes (hes eight and he has 4 pills, a nose spray, and 2 inhailers a day: plus his vitamin and vitamin C pill) we talk about the treatments that he is getting to stop his pills. Since starting the shots, he has only had one attack (in 6 months a great stride in… [cont.]
Answered by jaelyn1976 - Wed Nov 22 11:20:29 2006

Can someone help me find ACCURATE AND CREDIBLE journal articles about alternative medicine?
Q. it is for my biology class i am in college...i cant find any good ones, anything involving alternative medicine as long as its a good journal article not only someones opinion. facts as well thank you !
Asked by Ariel - Wed Sep 16 08:33:21 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I did a simple search on Pub Med using the search string "herbal medicine" alone. (Not even a specific herb, extract or compound, nor any other modality!) This simple search string yields 13,240 results. These studies are published in journals such as: Int Arch Allergy Immunol. J Obstet Gynaecol Res. J Ethnobiol Ethnomed. Neuroscience. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. J Gastroenterol Hepatol. Pediatr Surg Int. Clin Cancer Res. J Ocul Biol Dis Infor Prog Neuropsychopharmacol Biol Psychiatry. Clin Exp Immunol ... You know, these are just a few of the journals which you "skeptics" say must 'de facto' be ridiculous and shammy pseudoscience mags. (Snort!) And you would purport that all 13 thousand (+) are just poorly designed drivel... that major… [cont.]
Answered by Dr. T - Thu Sep 17 02:25:45 2009