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What is Naturopathy

Naturopathy, or naturopathic medicine, is a system of medicine based on the healing power of nature. Naturopathy is a holistic system, meaning that your Naturopath will strive to find the cause of disease by understanding the body, mind and spirit of the person. Many Naturopaths use a variety of therapies and techniques (such as nutrition, herbal medicine and homeopathy).

There are two areas of focus in naturopathy:

• Supporting the bodys own healing abilities.

• Empowering people to make the necessary lifestyle changes for optimal health.

Naturopaths treat people with health conditions that are both short and long term. Much of their work is in disease prevention and education.

Naturopathic "First Medicines" include fresh air, restful sleep, exercise, sunshine and clean water. Naturopaths believe these "First Medicines" are the essential basis of health for everyone.

Conditions Naturopaths can help with

Naturopathy can alleviate a wide range of conditions and is suitable for all ages.

Some of the more common conditions treated include fatigue, digestive complaints, mood disorders and depression, allergy and sensitivities, chronic fatigue syndrome, fertility problems, premenstrual tension and menopause, and general aches and pains.

You do not need to be unwell to benefit from naturopathy.

Commonly treated disorders

The range of conditions commonly treated by naturopaths includes:

• Fatigue

• Digestive complaints

• Mood disorders and depression

• Allergy and sensitivities

• Behavioural problems

• Chronic fatigue syndrome

• Degenerative illnesses, such as arthritis

• Cardiovascular problems

• High blood pressure

• Fertility problems

• Endocrine disturbance

• Hormonal imbalances, such as premenstrual tension and menopause