Biologically based therapies in CAM use substances found in nature, such as herbs, foods, and vitamins.
Some examples include dietary supplements, 3 herbal products, and the use of other so-called natural but as yet scientifically unproven therapies (for example, using shark cartilage to treat cancer).
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Mind-body medicine uses a variety of techniques designed to enhance the mind’s capacity to affect bodily function and symptoms.
Other mind-body techniques are still considered CAM, including meditation, prayer, mental healing, and therapies that use creative outlets such as art, music, or dance.