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Define the three major domains of complementary health approaches discussed in this chapter, and provide examples of each.
 
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Discuss functional foods and their benefits, and give some examples.
 
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 Complementary medical systems: These approaches reflect specific theories of physiology, health, and disease that have developed outside the influence of conventional medicine. Examples are traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, homeopathy, and naturopathy.
 Mind and body practices: This is a large and diverse group of complementary health approaches administered or taught by a trained practitioner or teacher. They include chiropractic, massage therapy, movement therapy, and energy therapies such as acupuncture and acupressure, qigong, Reiki, and therapeutic touch.
 Natural products: These are substances found in nature, such as functional foods like probiotics and plants with antioxidant phytochemicals; and herbal remedies and other types of dietary supplements.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: Answers will vary, but should include some of the following concepts:
Functional foods are foods said to improve some aspect of physical or mental functioning beyond the contribution of their specific nutrients. They are also called nutraceuticals. Examples of functional foods included whole foods, such as broccoli and nuts, and modified foods, such as an energy bar said to enhance memory or probiotic foods such as yogurt. Plant flavonoids found in dark chocolate improve several risk factors for heart disease. Antioxidants found in many foods combat free radicals and oxidative damage in cells.



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