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What are the top 10 alternative therapies gaining mainstream medical attention?

1. Acupuncture: A traditional Chinese medicine practice involving the insertion of thin needles into the body to stimulate specific points and restore energy flow.

2. Chiropractic: A hands-on approach that focuses on the musculoskeletal system, particularly the spine, to restore proper alignment and promote overall health.

3. Herbal medicine: The use of plant-based substances for medicinal purposes, often taken in the form of teas, capsules, or extracts.

4. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR): A meditation-based technique designed to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, and chronic pain by cultivating present-moment awareness.

5. Yoga therapy: The use of yoga postures, breathing exercises, and meditation for the management of various physical and mental health conditions.

6. Naturopathy: An approach that emphasizes holistic and natural treatments, including dietary interventions, herbal medicine, and lifestyle modifications.

7. Ayurveda: An ancient Indian system of medicine that seeks to restore balance and harmony through personalized treatments, including herbs, diet, and lifestyle recommendations.

8. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): A comprehensive approach that includes acupuncture, herbal medicine, dietary therapy, and mind-body exercises to restore health and balance.

9. Homeopathy: A system that uses highly diluted substances to stimulate the body’s natural healing response, based on the principle of “like cures like.”

10. Massage therapy: Various manual techniques used to manipulate the soft tissues of the body to promote relaxation, relieve muscular tension, and improve overall well-being.