Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of alternative medicine. They discuss holistic approaches to medicine, the limitations of medical insurance, and more. Plus, they share their experiences with acupuncture, herbs, energy healing, and more. What do you think, is alternative medicine worth it?Main Topics00:00 What is Alternative Medicine?01:50 Running The Numbers Segment04:07 Western vs. Alternative Medicine13:56 Personal Experiences and Challenges with Alternative Medicine23:52 Exploring the Impact of Holistic Health27:37 Costs and Risks of Investing in Alternative Medicine30:45 Balancing Traditional and Alternative Medicine40:36 20 Cents Segment References for Statisticshttps://www.statista.com/chart/29189/alternative-healing-methods/https://www.maximizemarketresearch.com/market-report/global-complementary-and-alternative-medicine-market/74005/https://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/news/survey-most-cancer-patients-use-complementary-or-alternative-medicine/https://www.statista.com/statistics/1341758/us-adults-who-used-select-alternative-medicine-treatments/https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db325-h.pdf Co-HostsLizzy is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTokLissa is an Accredited Financial Counselor®, personal finance expert, and the founder of Wealth for Women of Color. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok Credits► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Prudencio► Edited by Kory Alexander, KoryAGraphy Studios / @ikoryalexander► Artwork by Lizzy Marie► Music by Lissa Prudencio, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to usHit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcastEmail us at hi@netnetpodcast.com DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation.Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!