Why Alternative Medicine?

By Emanuel Nugroho

The revolutionary progress in medical science has contributed to the healthier life of human being. Diseases such as leprocy and syphilis which were once believed impossible to cure are today no longer considered as serious or fatal. Millions of patients of cancer, heart diseases and even AIDS can now take a deep breath of relieve as researchers after researchers are claiming new medicine inventions for the diseases.

Indeed, the development seems encouraging. Millions of lives are saved. However, there are some drawbacks of modern medical sciences. First, the modern medicine sometimes bring about side effects. Infra-red light therapy for cancer, for instance, could cause hair fall and damage in other parts of the body. Second, new, modern medical treatments sometimes cannot be found in less advanced countries. And last but might be the most realistic reason is the price. Most effective medical treatments are almost always unaffordable by many.

The facts above have turned patients to find alternative medicines. Herbal medication is one of the most popular. As the matter of facts, herbal medicine has been used by traditional communities in many countries. To name some countries that are rich in traditional medicines are China, India and Indonesia.

Accupuncture of China, Ayurveda in India, or jamu (consumable herbal preparations) from Indonesia are excellent examples of how nature has prepared everything to help human being maintain their health. Although not many traditional treatments have received acknowledgment from international communities, they prove to be effective in healing diseases. There have been some reports that claimed total healing of diseases that modern medicines were unable to cure.

One special alternative method of healing that also begins to receive acknowledgment in many hospitals is “pray therapy”. The cases of healing by the power of prayer (to God the Almighty) are uncountable and these were called the miracles. Yes, faithful people believe that miracle can be asked for only if you BELIEVE. You might want to try.