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Integrative medicine: Different techniques, one goal
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What are some examples of integrative approaches?
Natural products
Mind and body practices
Other integrative approaches
What does the research say about integrative medicine?
Work with your doctor
Natural products
Dietary supplements and herbal remedies are considered natural products because they contain ingredients found in nature. Examples of herbal remedies include ginseng, ginkgo and echinacea; examples of dietary supplements include glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin and SAMe. Herbal products and supplements come in many forms, such as teas, oils, syrups, powders, tablets and capsules.