Somewhat benign, occasionally dangerous

Acupuncture ("Pointillism", as it is known in the art world) — like the caricature of using voodoo dolls, but practiced on the ~~victim~~ patient directly. Can give pain relief due to the placebo effect, but this is quite outweighed by the risks that could occur if not performed "properly".^[5]
Chiropractic — to cure anything except back pain. Sometimes done on children and babies, which could risk breaking their spines.
Colloidal silver — an alleged "natural" antibiotic, its only possible use is for that very tiny segment of the population that has a burning desire to look like a smurf.
DMSO — an industrial solvent by-product of paper manufacture, used topically for a variety of health claims.
Ear candling — a silly practice alleged to draw toxins out of the ears. Potential danger of hot wax burning the temples.
Faith healing — attempts to use raw prayer and faith to heal. Too bad practitioners don't have any. Not harmful in and of itself, but its practitioners usually encourage avoiding traditional medicine ("Don't visit the doctor, God will cure you better than any doctor can!").
Male enhancement capsules — to cure the desire to buy a large SUV.
Hypnosis — can aid with smoking addiction in some cases. Problems arise in that false memories can be implanted and some people may not "snap out" of a trance.
Osteopathy — should always be done by someone properly trained.

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