Continue conventional treatment

Following these tips should help you find integrative techniques that enhance your health and quality of life. Just remember that these are meant to assist, not replace, conventional medicine. Keep your doctor informed about all integrative therapies you're using.

Don't change your conventional treatment — such as the dose of a prescribed medicine — without first talking to your doctor. Continue to rely on your doctor to diagnose and treat health problems. Delaying treatment can be dangerous, particularly for chronic or serious conditions, such as diabetes or cancer.