Are Alternative Practices Safe?

If something can heal, can it also harm?

Does something as seemingly benign as a massage have the potential to cause harm? What about all the different alternative and complimentary health practices that we espouse to be "natural". We equate natural with safe and pure and therefore not harmful. But, that's not all true.

I know for myself, I've had some experiences with pure and natural products that burned my skin. It is possible to overdose or have an adverse reaction to herbal products, and it is possible that you may have an adverse reaction from a certain type of massage.

I believe in the old adage: "everything in moderation" but also listen to your gut. Not every alternative practice is going to be right for you. Not every alternative health product will help you. We are all very much individuals and have different reactions and responses.