Naturopathy, or naturopathic medicine, is a form of alternative medicine that employs a wide array of “natural” treatments, including homeopathy, herbalism, and acupuncture, as well as diet and lifestyle counseling. Using safe and effective protocols, naturopathic doctors help the human body maintain and restore optimal health. A naturopath’s role is to identify and treat barriers to good health by creating a healing environment.
The following principles form the basis of Naturopathy:
• The Healing Power of Nature
• Identify and Treat the Causes
• First Do No Harm
• Educate and Encourage
• Treat the Whole Person
• Prevention