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Article: The Middle East: exploring the virtues of traditional Arabic Medicine.(2008 INTERNATIONAL MARKETS REPORT)
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- Nutraceuticals World
- Article date:
- November 1, 2008
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Traditional Arabic or Islamic Medicine (TAM or TAIM) is far less well-known in the U.S. compared to other "traditional," i.e., non-Western medical practices such as traditional Chinese medicine or traditional Indian (Ayurvedic or Unani) medicine. Per the World Health Organization (WHO), "Traditional medicine refers to health practices, approaches, knowledge and beliefs incorporating plant-, animal-and mineral-based medicines, spiritual therapies, manual techniques, and exercises applied singularly or in combination to treat, diagnose and prevent illnesses or maintain well-being."
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