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In reply to the discussion: Useful Information: Homeopathy doesn't mean Alternative Medicine [View all]Boreal
(725 posts)Good for you
I'm sure you are keenly aware of the attacks by the mainstream med-pharma complex on herbs, as well. As a life long vegetarian and someone inclined toward alt and holistic healing, I've witnessed EVERY form of non med-pharma complex treatments attacked, and that includes eating natural foods! I even remember, back in the 70s, when the position of the med-pharma complex was that it didn't matter what you ate. Their contention was that diet had nothing to do with the state of ones health. They mercilessly attacked and ridiculed (and ridicule is ALWAYS a red flag) anyone who advocated natural and non processed foods. They eventually caught up with the holistic community and backed off on that, but not much.
The important thing for everyone to remember is that you own your life and your body and never let anyone usurp that. That means you being free to pursue what you think is best for you. If you want to pump your body full of big pharma chemicals, go for it. It's your choice. If not, that's also your choice. If I break my leg, I'm going to an orthopedic doc. If I have an acute infection or a chronic ailment, I'm using homeopathy, herbs, acupuncture - my choice.