Table 2.

Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Resources for Primary Care Physicians

NCCAM Web site: http://www.nccam.nih.gov	This site provides descriptions of commonly practiced CAM modalities in the United States, as well as cautions, contraindications, and research updates on CAM efficacy
MedlinePlus Web site: www.medlineplus.gov	The “Drugs and Supplements” section contain a comprehensive database of herbs and supplements, including drug-herb/supplement interactions
Natural Standard Web site: www.naturalstandard.com	The Natural Standard Web site was founded by clinicians and researchers to provide high-quality, evidence-based information about complementary and alternative therapies

Abbreviation: NCCAM = National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine.