We have learned over the years that people in this community didn't learn about herbs. When they were growing up, their grandmothers may have used chamomile tea. But, doctors were coming into these communities, so they weren't home-doctored by their grandmothers and didn't learn about the herbs. However, the use of home remedies has continued here. |
We want to understand how people make decisions about managing their health. If we understand how people are treating themselves, the information can be useful for physicians. |
What most people think about as complementary medicine, acupuncture, homeopathy and massage therapy, they aren't using at all. Their use is largely limited to home remedies, vitamins and minerals. |