History – Complementary and Alternative Medicine …

AyurvedicMedicine

Originating in India more than 3,000 years ago,Ayurvedicis one of the world's oldest medical systems.Many practices predate written records and were handed down by word of mouth.Ayurvedahas three broad typesof treatment: elimination therapies,pacification therapies,and nourishing therapies.Physicians prescribe individualized treatments, including compounds of herbs or other ingredients (including metals), diet, exercise, yoga,body manipulation, and lifestylerecommendations.

Much of the information was drawn from theNCCIH:AyurvedicMedicine

Native American Traditional Healing

Unlike standard western practices, Native American wellness and traditional healing focus on the balance of mental, physical, and spiritual wellness. The connection between communities, nature, tradition, and the Great Spirit is the guiding principal for continued well-being in Native cultures. Though practices may differ from tribe to tribe foundations of Native American healing include plants, story-telling, tobacco, music, smudging, and ceremonies. While ahealer or medicine man will be present in communitiesto facilitatetreatmentsit is believed that health and well-being is an individual responsibility.

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