Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM)

Frequently Asked Questions

12. What is homeopathic medicine?

Homeopathy originated in Europe and has been practiced in the United States since the early 19th century. Its goal is to help the body heal itself by using very small doses of highly diluted substances that in larger doses would produce illness or symptoms. Most homeopathic remedies are derived from natural substances that come from plants, minerals, or animals.

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