Some people prefer alternative medicine over modern medicine. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of alternative medicine.
Band 7+ Essay Outline
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Advantages: holistic approach, fewer side effects, cultural significance
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Disadvantages: lack of scientific evidence, delayed treatment, unregulated
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This is a advantages-disadvantages essay. Discuss both sides with examples before stating which outweighs.
Use the vocabulary above naturally — don't force words in. Aim for 250-280 words.
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