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15 Cards in this Set
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method of activating and balancing life force energy. Light hand placement techniques on the body channel energy to organs and glands to promote healing
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Reiki therapy
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A medicinal herb used to treat asthma, poor circulation, memory loss, and Alzheimer's
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Ginkgo
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A person practicing ______ moves his/her body in slow, relaxed, and graceful movements while concentrating on breathing and meditation
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Tai Chi
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Vata, Pitta, and Kapha are examples of _______
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Doshas
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Deep tissue massage
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Rolfing
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An area of complementary and alternative medicine that is controversial and debatable, largely because many key concepts do not follow the lines of science
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Homeopathy
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An approach that relieves symptoms, modifies contributing factors, and enhances the patient's life system to optimize future well being
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Holistic health care
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Initially used to treat lead poisoning, ______ therapy is used by a growing number of practitioners to treat and reverse the process of arteriosclerosis
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Chelation therapy
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An electronic device used to regulate normally unconscious bodily functions to improve overall health. (Examples: control asthma attacks, reduce stress, and relieve pain)
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Biofeedback
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An herbal remedy shown to be effective for menopausal symptoms, especially hot flashes
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Black cohosh
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A comprehensive system of medicine, developed in India, that puts emphasis on the body, mind, and spirit
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Ayurveda
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A trancelike state in which the subject is highly susceptible to suggestions
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Hypnosis
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Method of massage to feet (or hands) in which pressure is applied to reflex points
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Reflexology
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The study of the use of needles for therapeutic purposes
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Acuology
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This medicinal herb for insomnia and anxiety has a potential risk of causing severe liver injury
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Kava
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