Naturopathic
medicine is a unique and comprehensive approach to improving health
and treating illness. Focusing on prevention and using natural
substances and treatments, naturopathic doctors (ND's) support
and stimulate the body's ability to heal itself. The
primary goal of naturopathic treatment is to address the cause
of illness, rather than simply treat or suppress symptoms. The
patient is seen as a whole person and the ND takes the physical,
mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions into account when diagnosing
and developing a treatment plan. The primary therapies used by
ND's are: clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathic medicine,
energetic medicine and counseling. Virtually all chronic and most
acute conditions may benefit from treatment by ND's, and treatment
is exceptionally safe for people of all ages
