Complementary therapies – such as those (A) _____ by naturopaths, chiropractors and acupuncturists – have become increasingly popular in Australia over the last few decades. Interest initially coincided with (B) ______ for alternative lifestyles, while immigration and increased contact and trade with China have also had an (C) ______ . The status of complementary therapies is being re-visited in a number of areas: legal regulation; the stances of doctors’ associations; their inclusion in medical education; and scientific research into their (D) ______ .

influence           efficacy          enthusiasm           practiced            influential           done      

If you have a (A) ______ disease – such as heart disease, diabetes, asthma, or back or joint pain – exercise can have important health (B) ______ . However, it’s important to talk to your doctor before starting an exercise routine. He or she might have (C) ______ on what exercises are safe and any precautions you might need to take while exercising.

benefits          chronic          waterborne           cited           benefit           advised