United States National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health

The United States National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) is a federal organization that researches and provides information about various health practices outside of conventional medicine, such as acupuncture, herbal remedies, and meditation. Its goal is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of these approaches and to help people make informed decisions about their healthcare. NCCIH supports scientific studies to understand how different treatments work and their potential benefits or risks, promoting safe and informed use of complementary and integrative health practices alongside standard medical care.