Naturopathic medicine is a comprehensive system of medicine that focuses on prevention and use of natural therapies. Treatment modalities include acupuncture, dietary counseling, botanical medicine, and homeopathy. Licensed Naturopathic Doctors have at least 3 years university, have studied basic medical sciences and have 4 years training at an accredited Naturopathic institution.
The Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
- First, do no harm
- Co-operate with the healing powers of nature
- Look for the fundamental causes of the disease
- Treat the whole person
- Prevention is the best cure
- Teach the principles of healthy living
Naturopathic Medicine will help if you…
- Feel tired, have low energy, but have not been diagnosed with any specific condition
- Have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or high blood sugar
- Are overweight and obese, and frustrated by trying different diets
- Suffer from gas, bloating, heartburn, constipation, colitis, IBS
- Have frequent common colds and allergies
- Have hormonal issues – menopause, thyroid, adrenal glands
- Are interested in reducing risk of age-related neuro-degenerative diseases
- Have cancer – supplement your conventional treatment with naturopathic therapies
- Are interested in reducing your stress and improving your emotional well-being
