Argumentative Essay: Why Do People Use Western Medicine?

More often than not, going to the doctor’s office or the hospital usually results in a trip to the pharmacy. As someone who gets sick or injured quite frequently, I can speak from experience about the way doctors treat most health problems; they almost always recommend drugs. Whether it be a minor ailment or a major affliction, chances are that you will be prescribed antibiotics, pain relievers, steroids, or even an operation. However, the one thing that doctors will always avoid telling you is that nearly all common disorders can be treated naturally. Diet, exercise, water intake, sun exposure, herbs, vitamins, and even a few more hours of sleep can be enough to make you feel good as new. Even some of the cooking necessities tucked away in your cabinet or refrigerator—such as honey, coconut oil, or apple cider vinegar—can be just as powerful as pills. So why are doctors so hasty to write out a prescription rather than suggesting a healthful lifestyle …show more content…
Considering its popularity, Western medicine must be the best way to treat health problems, right? If not, why do we continue to use these practices if they aren’t helping us? More importantly, if they aren’t helping us, are they hurting us? Western medicine is remarkably prevalent because the health industry is one of the most lucrative industries in the United States, and people are willing to pay a high price for a “magic cure-all.” In addition, pharmacies provide money and gifts to medical schools in exchange for advertising, causing many medical students to get a biased education. Western medicine also has many health-related drawbacks, including negative side effects, weakened immune systems, stronger bacteria, and the overall lazy mentality that “quick-fixes” tend to