Naturopathic Medicine

Naturopathic Principles

Naturopathic medicine celebrates the healing power of nature. Naturopathic medicine is dedicated to the study and celebration of nature’s healing powers. It is as old as healing itself and as new as today’s medical breakthroughs. It is a dynamic philosophy as well as a profession that recognizes the interconnection and interdependence of all living things. It utilizes the most natural, least invasive and least toxic therapies to treat illness and to promote wellness by viewing the body as an integrated whole.

Naturopathic medicine is defined by principles rather than by methods or modalities. Above all, it honors the body’s innate wisdom to heal.

The Six Naturopathic Principles:

Naturopathic physicians practice the six fundamental principles of naturopathic medicine:

• The Healing Power of Nature: Trust in the body’s inherent wisdom to heal itself.
• Identify and Treat the Causes: Look beyond the symptoms to the underlying cause.
• First Do No Harm: Utilize the most natural, least invasive and least toxic therapies.
• Doctor as Teacher: Educate patients in the steps to achieving and maintaining health.
• Treat the Whole Person: View the body as an integrated whole in all its physical and spiritual dimensions.
• Prevention: Focus on overall health, wellness and disease prevention.