concept   folk medicine
culture   Australia
statement   Folk medicine in Australia involves natural remedies from native plants and indigenous healing practices, often considered unconventional.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 folk medicine Australia Includes natural remedies derived from local plants and indigenous knowledge, often used in combination with spiritual rituals 1
2 folk remedies Australia Folk remedies may involve the use of indigenous plants and traditional healing practices passed down by Aboriginal communities. 1
3 use of folk remedies Australia Folk remedies are not mainstream and are often perceived as unconventional or alternative treatments, with a greater reliance on modern medicine. 1