alternative medicine

NOUN

complementary medicine

Synonyms

WEAK

faith healing folk medicine holistic medicine natural medicine unconventional medicine unorthodox medicine

Example Sentences

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Government officials hosted an eclectic mix of wealthy philanthropists, alternative medicine influencers, health tech executives, and medical researchers to discuss a wide range of issues, from Lyme disease to gut health.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

By then, Mom had shifted away from nursing school and was opening her mind to alternative medicine and a more natural and organic way of life.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

But he was scrutinised for recommending homeopathy, alternative medicine and other treatments that critics have called "pseudoscience".

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2025

But Oz is a controversial figure in the medical world whose television appearances have drawn criticism from fellow physicians who say he backs questionable alternative medicine and unproven weight loss products.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 19, 2024

A growing interest in alternative medicine from Western markets also suggests demand will continue rising.

From National Geographic • Jan. 4, 2024