Disscusion teks

Alternative Medicine
Pros and Cons
 Intoductery
Main idea : A basic principle behind many
kinds of alternative medicine is
balance.
Topik : Basic principle of alternative
medicine
Argument Pro
• Whole-person treatments
Main idea : Traditional medicine views
disease as a distinct entity from the person
who carries it.
• Personal attention
Main idea : Because of the emphasis on
whole-body care, alternative medicine
practitioners often offer patients a great
deal of personal attention.
• Focus on prevention.
Main idea : Another draw to alternative
medicine is its focus on prevention.
Argument Cons
• Limited scientific research.
Main idea : In response to increased
consumer demand, funding for research
studies on alternative medicine is growing.
Confusing marketing.
Main idea : It’s easy to confuse the words
“natural” and “safe” — but the two are not
synonymous, despite some marketers’
attempts to make us think otherwise
• Potentially dangerous interactions.
Main idea : Even in cases when the
product contains no artificial substances,
supplements and herbs can still potentially
interact with prescription and over-the-
counter medication.
 conclusion
When considering alternative medicine,
think balance — taking the best health
care from both the traditional and
alternative sides of medicine could be your
best option
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