Allergy shots, which are injections with a small amount of an allergen in solution, closely match the theory of:
a. naturopathy.
b. homeopathy.
c. chiropractic.
d. shiatsu.
B
Homeopathy uses small doses of a substance to stimulate the body's defenses and healing mechanisms to treat illness. Naturopathy emphasizes health restoration rather than disease. Chiropractic uses manipulation of the body to restore health. Shiatsu is a type of massage.
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