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Why is alternative medicine so popular?

Elissa Mullen
Elissa Mullen on behalf of MDLIVE
Naturopathic Medicine
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Alternative medicine is so popular because it gives patients choices. A health conscious choice allows patients to make life style changes, understand medical alternatives to care, and be an active participant in their medical treatment. When we make a choice we have decided to change and the power of positive change in our lives is the most important step in healing.

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