What Is The Philosophy Behind Naturopathic Medicine?
Today naturopathic medicine blends the best of historical natural medicine with current research. Naturopathy seeks to discover the root cause of illnesses, eliminate the cause and help the body become more vital. The philosophy that guides the naturopathic physician is that of looking at the whole person and their environment, not just the body part that hurts. Naturopathic doctors recognize that the body, like any living thing, will thrive given the proper conditions. This means balancing not only the internal system, but also the external environment, the emotional and mental state of the patient as well. The philosophy of naturopathic medicine differentiates it from conventional medicine and in how we approach each patient. Our goal is to support the wisdom of the body and to facilitate the body’s ability to heal itself; therefore, our therapies attempt to work in harmony with the body and with nature. Naturopathy utilizes a holistic approach to healing, addressing the whole person
