You may need to identify which paragraph discusses the historical roots of herbalism versus the modern regulation of practitioners.
Regulation of complementary medicine varies dramatically across the globe. In countries like China and India, traditional systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda are fully integrated into national healthcare. In contrast, most European countries regulate individual therapies separately. For instance, in Germany, doctors can prescribe herbal medicines like St. John’s wort for depression, and these are partially covered by insurance. However, in the UK, the National Health Service (NHS) only funds a limited range of complementary therapies, primarily acupuncture and osteopathy, and only under specific clinical guidelines. You may need to identify which paragraph discusses
The IELTS Reading section tests your ability to understand complex texts from journals, books, and magazines. "Complementary Medicine" (often discussed alongside alternative medicine) is a perfect fit for the exam because: However, in the UK, the National Health Service
✅ At the end of this article, you will find a downloadable PDF containing the full reading passage, authentic question types, and a verified answer key. of a person—balancing physical
of a person—balancing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. The Healing Principle