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{"title":"The imperative for scientifically sound research in integrative medicine","authors":"Susan Arentz","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.009","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.009","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Page 1"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143478515","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluation of complementary and alternative medicine use in cancer patients: A survey study in Turkey","authors":"Hulya Ertas ,&nbsp;Burcu Caner ,&nbsp;Birol Ocak ,&nbsp;Sibel Oyucu Orhan ,&nbsp;Erdem Cubukcu ,&nbsp;Ozkan Kanat","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2025.01.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>This study aimed to evaluate the characteristics of cancer patients using complementary medicine (CM) and determine possible herb-drug interactions.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>We prepared a questionnaire about CM, that included questions about the frequency of CM use, the reasons for using CM, if there was any side effect, CM’s cost, the patient's expectations of CM, whether the following doctor was aware of the patient's CM use, and whether it should be paid for by health insurance, and asked patients to fill it out at the chemotherapy unit. Socio-demographic characteristics and medical data of patients including cancer type, stage, and current treatment protocol were also noted. The data was analyzed using SPSS Statics version 26.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>245 patients participated in the study. The prevalence of CM use was 34.7 %. The median number of herbal supplements used per patient was 3. CM users were younger [CM user group mean age 54.74 ( ± 12.17), CM non-user group mean age 58.07 ( ± 12.70), p = 0.04]. No other significant difference was found between the CM users and CM non-users. The majority of patients used Propolis (40 %), Curcuma longa (38.8 %), and Nigella sativa (32.9 %). 72.9 % of patients were using CM to complement chemotherapy's efficacy by boosting immunity; 58.8 % were using it to mitigate the side effects of chemotherapy, 34.1 % to treat cancer, and 2.4 % to prevent recurrence. 94.1 % of CM users declared that they were satisfied with CM, 7 patients (8.2 %) reported side effects such as cutaneous side effects (4), diarrhea (2), and elevated liver function tests (1). 41.2 % of CM users continued CM during chemotherapy and 64 possible CM-drug interactions were identified.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>CM may be nonharmful and efficient but may also be detrimental because of drug interactions. Physicians should not ignore CM and patients should better be informed about CM by healthcare providers.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Pages 99-103"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143479170","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Artificial intelligence versus human analysis: Interpreting data in elderly fat reduction study","authors":"Piotr Sporek,&nbsp;Mariusz Konieczny","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.011","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.011","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative tool in scientific research, playing an increasingly significant role in data analysis and interpretation. This study aimed to evaluate the efficiency and accuracy of AI-driven interpretations of health-related data in comparison to those provided by human experts.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The analysis utilized a paid version of Chat GPT-4 (AI) to interpret study results, relying solely on table titles and data extracted from the authors' previously published manuscript. The dataset encompassed body composition and health parameters within the context of a dietary intervention. Data from a prior publication by the authors were referenced, as detailed in the methods section. The evaluation focused on comparing word count and descriptive content across interpretations of three tables from the original manuscript.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The human expert's data interpretation was succinct, comprising 160 words, while AI-generated descriptions extended to 426 words. Similarly, the AI provided a more verbose analysis of the pre/post-intervention parameter significance, with 374 words compared to the human's 108 words. Group interactions were described in 44 words by the human expert and 486 words by the AI. Notably, the AI's analysis was accurate, though more detailed.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Chat GPT-4 necessitates precise table titles and well-defined data inputs to generate comprehensive analyses, as it does not autonomously account for all parameters within the dataset. While the AI demonstrated factual accuracy and valid conclusions, its descriptions lacked precision, underscoring the importance of human oversight in ensuring interpretative clarity and relevance.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Pages 13-18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-01-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143478518","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Efficacy of Melissa officinalis plus mediterranean diet in patients with moderate rheumatoid arthritis: A pilot clinical trial study protocol","authors":"Fatemeh Alijaniha ,&nbsp;Azadeh Mizani ,&nbsp;Abdolrahman Rostamian ,&nbsp;Shafieh Movaseghi ,&nbsp;Mohsen Naseri ,&nbsp;Razieh Jafari Hajati ,&nbsp;Ensie Sadat Mirsharif ,&nbsp;Fatemeh Tuserkani ,&nbsp;Seyed Reza Najafizadeh","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.005","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.005","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) as an autoimmune disease is characterized by chronic inflammation, pain, and swelling of diarthrodial joints. Despite progress in RA diagnosis, existing medications have limited effectiveness and should be used cautiously due to their adverse and toxic effects. According to Persian medicine, <em>Melissa officinalis</em> is a good candidate for the treatment of inflammation diseases. This clinical trial will aim to assess the treatment efficacy of <em>M. officinalis</em> and serum concentration of inflammatory biomarkers (TNF-α, IL-17) and also determine the effects of the Mediterranean diet on patients with moderate rheumatoid arthritis.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This randomized, pilot double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial study will be conducted on 20 eligible patients with moderate RA who will be randomly divided into intervention and placebo groups. The intervention group will use 500 mg of <em>M. officinalis</em> capsule twice a day, and the placebo group will receive 500 mg of bread powder capsule twice daily for 12 weeks. The Disease Activity Score 28-ESR, DAS 28-CRP, Clinical Disease Activity Index and Simplified Disease Activity Index, and also IL17, TNF-α will be assessed at the baseline and end of the trial as primary outcomes in both groups. As a secondary outcome, the World Health Organization Quality of Life-BREF, Depression Inventory–II questionnaire, and International Physical Activity Questionnaires will be used to assess the quality of life of patients and the antidepressant effect of <em>M. officinalis</em>, as well as the role of physical activity in reducing inflammation in RA patients. Kidney and liver parameters will be evaluated at pre- and post-treatment stages.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>Results of this trial are expected to confirm anti-analgesic effects of <em>M. officinalis</em> and its anti-inflammatory agent on serum concentration of inflammatory biomarkers (TNF-α, IL-17) in patients with moderate rheumatoid arthritis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Pages 93-98"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143479169","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effect of Nano-curcumin on migraine attacks: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized control trials","authors":"Reza Aletaha ,&nbsp;Mahsa Kashtkar ,&nbsp;Haleh Farshi ,&nbsp;Maryam Cheraghi ,&nbsp;Sarvin Sanaie ,&nbsp;Nafiseh Ghassab-Abdollahi","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of Nano-curcumin on the severity, frequency, and duration of migraine attacks among patients who suffer from this irritating headache.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, ProQuest, The Cochrane Library, and google scholar were systematically searched up to December 30, 2022 in order to find the eligible studies investigating the effect of Nano-curcumin supplementation on the duration, severity, or frequency of migraine headache attacks. Only randomized controlled trials were included. RevMan (V 5.4) software was used to perform Meta-analysis and the results were reported using Mean difference with 95 % confidence intervals (CI).</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of three randomized controlled trials with participation of 126 patients were included. The result of Meta-analysis indicated that using Nano-curcumin supplementation significantly reduced the severity of migraine headache attacks in intervention group [-1.92; 95 % CI (-2.74, −1.09); p &lt; 0.001]; But there was not significant difference in duration [-3.96; 95 % CI (-8.79, 0.89); p = 0.11], and frequency [-1.09; 95 % CI (-2.38, 0.19); p = 0.09] of migraine headache attacks between the intervention and control groups.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Nano-curcumin supplementation in patients suffering from migraine played an important role in reducing severity of migraine headache attacks compared to control group.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Pages 7-12"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143478517","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Complementary and alternative medicine therapies used by women with polycystic ovary syndrome","authors":"Ayşe Elkoca ,&nbsp;Handan Ozcan ,&nbsp;Beliz Yekeler Kahraman","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.12.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a gynecological and endocrinological disorder prevalent in reproductive aged women. This study explored the use of Traditional, Complementary and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) by 268 women with PCOS characterized by anovulation, hyperandrogenism and the presence of polycystic ovarian (PCO) morphology diagnosed by a medical physician.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Use of TCIM was assessed using the Complementary and Alternative Medicine Scale (CAMS) and a Descriptive Information form were used to collect the data.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>This study included 268 eligible women. The mean duration of PCOS in women was 7.01 ± 5.17 (min: 1 year, max: 20 year). Most women reported receiving medical treatment (86.9 %) for PCOS and had cysts in both ovaries (76.1 %). Less than one-third reported having irregular menstrual cycles (16.4 %) and a family history of PCOS (28.7 %). Approximately 60 % of women reported using TCIM. The most preferred TCIM modalities were herbal approaches such as Nigella sativa (44 %), flaxseed (42.9 %), green tea (28.9 %), yarrow (23.4 %); dietary approaches like yogurt (46.5 %), milk and dairy products (45.1 %); mind-body practices including exercise (35.5 %) and meditation (8.1 %); and religious approaches such as prayer (81.3 %) and salaat (prayer) (50.2 %).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Most women diagnosed with PCOS used different types of TCIM modalities and more comprehensive further studies are required. To protect against possible side effects, healthcare professionals and women should be guided correctly regarding the use of TCIM in women with PCOS.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"12 1","pages":"Pages 75-80"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143479278","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The effect of basic body awareness therapy on awareness, stress and anxiety in pregnant women","authors":"Hamiyet Yüce ,&nbsp;Gülhan Yılmaz Gökmen ,&nbsp;Burçin Akçay ,&nbsp;Şule Keçelioğlu ,&nbsp;Emre Merter Mart","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.08.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.08.012","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Pregnancy is a period in which various physical, physiological, and psycho-social changes occur. The risk of exposure to factors that may cause anxiety and stress at this stage of a woman's life is high. Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the effect of Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT) on awareness, stress, and anxiety in pregnant women.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study was conducted with the Control group using a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest design. All pregnant women (n=28) received routine pregnancy education by an instructed maternity nurse for six weeks, one day/one hour a week. The BBAT group (n=15) also received BBAT by a certified physiotherapist specialized in BBAT for six weeks, one day/one hour a week. BBAT sessions started with exercises performed on the ground and continued with special exercises performed in sitting and standing and ended with verbal feedback where participants reflected upon their experiences. The program also included couples exercises and massage techniques that participants applied to each other. In pregnant women, awareness was evaluated with the Mindful Attention Awareness Scale, stress was evaluated with the Perceived Stress Scale and the Revised Prenatal Distress Questionnaire-17 Item Version, and anxiety level was evaluated with the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>In between-group analysis, there was no difference in pre-intervention and post-intervention in terms of variables (p&gt;0.05). In within-group analysis, there was a statistically significant difference in Revised Prenatal Distress Questionnaire-17 Item Version and State-Trait Anxiety Inventory/Trait-subgroup variables only in the BBAT Group (p=0.044, p=0.013, respectively).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>BBAT can help to reduce prenatal distress and trait anxiety in pregnant women. It may provide physical and psychological benefits in pregnant women as a new strategy for coping with stress. In the future, studies can be designed to evaluate the efficacy of BBAT on physical, physiological, and psychological changes in pregnancy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"11 4","pages":"Pages 280-284"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143173962","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Editorial: Indigenous medicine—A wisdom of balance and belonging","authors":"Susan Arentz","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.11.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.11.001","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"11 4","pages":"Page 183"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143174404","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Thirst-quenching and mucilage-containing herbs in Persian Medicine: New perspectives on old practice","authors":"Mina Islambulchilar ,&nbsp;Laleh khodaie","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.09.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.09.008","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Body water homeostasis is essential for regulating minerals and fluids in the body, and thirst is a key sign of dehydration. Mucilaginous herbs could be helpful to rehydrate the body. In Persian Medicine (PM), certain herbs are known for their ability to produce mucilage, which may help with excessive thirst.</div></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><div>This study aimed to systematically review and introduce the mucilaginous herbs that quench thirst as described in PM, and to elucidate the mechanisms by which herbal mucilage could rehydrate the body.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Data were obtained from both traditional sources and up-to-date scientific literature. The primary traditional source was the Makhzan-al-Advieh, an 18th-century Persian encyclopedia, written by Mohammad Hossein Aghili Khorasani Shirazi, which describes various herbs, their medicinal properties, and recommended dosages. Additionally, a comprehensive search of electronic databases, which include WOS, PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Google Scholar was conducted utilizing specific Mesh keywords. The articles were carefully examined, assessed for quality, and synthesized to provide a comprehensive overview.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The mucilaginous herbs identified in PM have been tabulated along with their scientific names, uses, and images. The study also identified mucilaginous plants with nutritional value used in other countries, highlighting their anti-thirst potential. Mucilage slows water absorption, reduces glucose concentration, and forms a protective layer over mucous membranes, which aids in rehydration.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>The mentioned mucilaginous herbs in PM can serve as anti-thirst agents in hot climates and for older adults. Their inclusion in the diet may prevent constipation and provide essential nutrients, supporting overall health.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"11 4","pages":"Pages 230-239"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143174409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"What natural therapeutics are Australians using to relieve feelings of anxiousness?","authors":"R. Saab,&nbsp;A. Bugarcic,&nbsp;J. Schloss","doi":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.08.001","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.aimed.2024.08.001","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><div>Feelings of anxiousness are experienced in the absence of diagnosed anxiety in Australia with prevalence and management of anxiousness not well understood within the population. Anxiety statistics represent the closest statistical comparison to anxiousness affecting 13 % of the Australian population. This figure is estimated to be much higher post pandemic based on global prevalence increasing.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>The overall aim of this research is to identify natural ingestive and lifestyle therapeutics used by Australian adults to address their anxiousness. 115 provided consent. A cross sectional survey of the Australian adult population was conducted. The survey included enquiry about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, concomitant or isolated pharmaceutical use, demographic factors, potential barriers of access to natural therapeutics, types of practitioners commonly sought, exacerbating factors and manifestations of anxiousness.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>One hundred and fifteen (n=115) respondents completed the survey. The survey allowed respondents to select more than one lifestyle option. The survey found that of the natural therapeutic options, 90.32 % (n=84) used lifestyle medicine (deep breathing, time in nature and meditation), 55.9 % (n=52) used herbal medicine (Passionflower, Lemon balm, Withania and St John’s wort) and 53.2 % (n=49) used nutrients (Magnesium, B Vitamins and Theanine and SAMe). The survey identified that complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) practitioners were the most common type of practitioner sought for information with naturopaths the preferred CAM practitioners.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Natural therapeutics as a strategy for managing anxiety has potential therapeutic application for Australian’s experiencing anxiousness, particularly post COVID-19 pandemic. Lifestyle medicine was the most common strategy utilized. There was a significant openness to trialing natural therapies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":7343,"journal":{"name":"Advances in integrative medicine","volume":"11 4","pages":"Pages 260-264"},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2024-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143175348","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}