Currently there is a trend towards the use of alternative forms of medicine. However, at best these methods are ineffective, and at worst they may be dangerous. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Alternative

forms of medicine are gradually gaining popularity. Many believe that these types of treatments are not only useless, but

also

hazardous to the patients.

Although

there are strong arguments on both sides, I strongly believe that these other types of therapeutic options have questionable

safety

and efficacy. One argument put forward by supporters of

alternative

medicine is that these therapies are based upon natural ingredients.

In other words

, they are free from

manufactured

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manufacturing

chemicals, which makes them free of side effects. They argue that any form of chemical

that is

manufactured in a laboratory can't be safe for human consumption, but

alternative

treatment methods do not contain

such

elements.

For example

, traditional Chinese herbal therapies claim to contain only herbs and plants and

therefore

are safe for medical use.

However

, there are many arguments in favour of the dangers posed by

alternative

forms of treatment.

To begin

with, There is no scientific way to know for sure if these therapies work. Modern medicine relies on extensive scientific research in the form of randomized controlled trials to determine the

safety

and effectiveness of a drug.

On the other hand

,

alternative

therapeutic modalities do not undergo

such

rigorous testing.

Also

, there is concern about the real contents of these medicines. It is believed that to potentiate the efficacy of the drug, some manufacturers add dangerous ingredients

such

as steroids and heavy metals, which are injurious to health.

For instance

, lead found in some homeopathic medicines, if used for a long, can lead to kidney failure.

This

highlights the

safety

and regulatory concerns about

alternative

therapies. In conclusion, it is abundantly clear that in the absence of solid clinical research and a clear understanding of the composition of

alternative

therapies,

such

modalities remain ineffective and dangerous. The government should regulate

this

industry to ensure patient

safety

.