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What
is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic
Medicine is a distinct system of primary health care that uses natural
methods and substances to support and stimulate the body's inherent
self-healing process. Six principles of healing form the foundation
for naturopathic medical practice:
THE HEALING
POWER OF NATURE
The body
has an inherent ability not only to heal itself and restore health
but also to ward off disease.
TREAT THE
WHOLE PERSON
Within the
body, the different organ systems are intimately connected and dynamically
balanced. 'Disease' or imbalance in one part of the body's system
directly affects other parts of that whole.
FIRST DO
NO HARM
Respecting
the inherent ability of the body to heal itself, the ND must be
ever mindful of the consequences or side effects of treatment. The
more gentle and non-invasive the therapy, the less disruptive it
will be to the patient's integral whole.
IDENTIFY
AND TREAT THE CAUSE
The causes
of illness originate on many levels but are often found in the patient's
lifestyle, diet or emotional state. When only the symptoms are treated,
the underlying causes remain and the patient may develop a more
serious, chronic condition.
PREVENTION
IS THE BEST CURE
Naturopathic
doctors assess risk factors and hereditary susceptibility to disease
and make appropriate intervention to prevent illness.
DOCTOR
AS TEACHER
The original
meaning of the word 'doctor' was 'teacher.' One of an ND's primary
responsibilities is to educate the patient and encourage self-responsibility
for health.
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