Firstly, the term “alternative medicine” is very vague in the popular discussion. The sharpest point in the discussion concerns mostly homeopathy, which is based on the idea of “like cures likes” and preparing remedies by diluting a chosen substance in alcohol or distilled water (a very brief definition). Homeopathy has been repeatedly proven to be a non-scientific method and not having actual effects on patients – for example according to the recent NHMRC review. The review received some critique which is answered for example here.