Which of the following is considered a whole medical system?
a. Ayurveda
b. Herbal remedies
c. Homeopathic medicine
d. Vitamin and mineral therapy
A
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A Ayurveda is an example of a whole medical system. Ayurveda practitioners use a combination of remedies, such as herbs, purgatives, and oils, to treat disease.
B Herbal remedies are considered to be a biologically based therapy.
C Homeopathic medicine is considered to be a biologically based therapy.
D Vitamin and mineral therapy is considered to be a biologically based therapy.
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