that is discovering how specific nutrients influence the activity of the phase 1 cytochrome P450 and phase 2 conjugation enzymes involved in detoxification. Following the theme of describing the emerging science that helps to better understand the safety and effectiveness of alternative therapies, our group in 1995 also authored an article in the journal entitled, “Psycho-nutritional medicine: ...

PURPOSE OF REVIEW Complementary and alternative medical therapies include herbs, acupuncture, and mind-body therapies. This review highlights the findings of recently published studies of complementary and alternative medical therapies and epilepsy, and provides an update of the US Food and Drug Administration's role in regulating herbal products. RECENT FINDINGS Complementary and alternative...

To determine the prevalence and factors associated with complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use for childhood attention and hyperactivity problems, we surveyed parents of children referred for evaluation of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Parents indicated whether they had used CAM therapies (e.g., acupuncture, nutritional supplements) in the past year and rated how im...