Alternative Medicine News

Jeanette M. Tetrault, MD, FACP, discusses both the benefits of marijuana use, such as relief of chronic pain, and the risk factors, such as pulmonary complications, and what steps are necessary to gain better data regarding medical marijuana.

Mimi Guarneri, MD, FACC, president of the American Board of Integrative Holistic Medicine and Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine a, discusses the importance of finding a balance between modern medicine and alternative therapies.

Results from a single-blind, parallel, group randomized controlled trial indicate that mindfulness-based cognitive therapy that supports tapering or discontinuing antidepressant treatment had positive outcomes, but was not superior to antidepressant treatment.

Older adults who play Wii exergames have improved physical and social functions, according to a recently published study in the Journal of Aging and Health.

MediNatura has announced it is now the exclusive importer of the homeopathic injection solutions Neuralgo-Rheum, Traumeel and Zeel, following study data presented at the American College of Rheumatology Annual Meeting.

Using the computer in late life and participating in artistic and craft activities in mid- and late life decreased risk for mild cognitive impairment among individuals aged 85 to 89 years in a study published in the journal Neurology.

Sedentary patients with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis may benefit from yoga, according to researchers at Johns Hopkins and McGill universities.

Daily apple consumption among adults is linked to lower use of prescription drugs, compared with adults who do not eat apples, according to a recently published study.

In January 2014, Colorado became the first U.S. state to pass a law allowing the sale of recreational marijuana use. The passing of this law brought about the possibility for potential public health implications.

Rhodiola rosea has less antidepressive effects than traditional depression medication, but also results in significantly less adverse effects, according to recently published data.