Introduction
Introduction The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) does not specify a distinct category for energy therapies but places them within “other CAM practices.” Nursing has used energy…
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals
Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals Melissa H. Frisvold In the 21st century, the focus of the relationship between eating habits and health is changing from an emphasis on health maintenance through…
Herbal Medicines
Herbal Medicines Gregory A. Plotnikoff Herbs, and related natural products such as spices, are the oldest and most widely used form of medicine in the world. The use of herbs…
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy Linda L. Halcón Aromatherapy is a relatively recent addition to nursing care in the United States, although it is growing in popularity within health care settings worldwide. Aromatherapy is…
Introduction
Introduction The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM; 2012) includes herbal preparations (also called botanicals), vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements or nutraceuticals, essential oils, and live microorganisms (usually bacteria)…
Relaxation Therapies
Relaxation Therapies Elizabeth L. Pestka Susan M. Bee Michele M. Evans Many people’s lives are very stressful so it is important to have techniques to help lower stress levels to…
Introduction
Introduction The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM) defines this group of therapies as “practices (that) focus primarily on the structures and systems of the body, including bones…
