About NaturopathyNaturopathic medicine is a comprehensive, holistic, individualized approach to improving health and treating illness. Drawing on knowledge substantiated by thousands of years of experience and incorporating modern scientific research, naturopathic doctors use natural substances and treatments to support and stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself.
Prevention is a priority in naturopathic medicine. When disease is present, the focus of naturopathic treatment is to address the underlying cause of illness and support a return to health rather than managing symptoms or attempting to replace a state of good health with medication. For this reason, naturopathic and conventional medicines can be used in a complementary fashion in the treatment of a wide range of health concerns.
Naturopathic doctors consider all aspects of a person’s life when diagnosing and developing a treatment plan, including physical, mental and emotional states.