Meditation may be used to reduce tension, fatigue, or anxiety and increase resistance to stress. Visualization is the process by which a person is directed to see himself or herself in some other physical, emotional, or spiritual state. Patients might be guided to imagine themselves in a state of vibrant health and the disease organisms as weak and destructible. Through these mental images, patients might try to direct their immune systems to fight the virus. According to U.S. regulations, individuals in this country may import drugs approved in other countries.
Many clubs also provide vitamins, food supplements, and herbal treatments.
Some provide written information or have a nutritionist on staff to help with questions. They distribute a free information packet and run a buyers club. Several local chapters have subcommittees focusing on education and advocacy on alternative medicine issues. Check with your local chapter. Call the CDC National Prevention Information Network for local phone numbers.