Naturopathy
Alternate names: Médecin Naturopathe, Médecine Naturopathique, Naturopath, Naturopathe, Naturopathic, Naturopathic Doctor, Naturopathic Medical Doctor, Naturopathic Medicine, Naturopathic Physician, Naturopathie, Naturopathique, Naturopatía, ND
Background
Naturopathy is a system of alternative medicine that uses a wide variety of methods for diagnosing and treating many different medical conditions.
Naturopathy originated in Europe, but has gained popularity in North America, Australia, and other parts of the world. In general, naturopathy practitioners believe in the importance of the healing power of nature and that treatments should enhance that healing power. They recognize the mind-body connection and take a whole-person approach to treatment. They also emphasize preventive care.
Naturopathy uses a wide variety of methods to diagnose and treat many different medical conditions. The evidence supporting its use varies for each treatment and condition.
In some parts of North America, naturopathic physicians are recognized as licensed health professionals. Although there is no universal educational standard for naturopathy practitioners, licensed naturopathic physicians in North America obtain a four-year naturopathic doctor (ND) degree.
Naturopathy originated in Europe, but has gained popularity in North America, Australia, and other parts of the world. In general, naturopathy practitioners believe in the importance of the healing power of nature and that treatments should enhance that healing power. They recognize the mind-body connection and take a whole-person approach to treatment. They also emphasize preventive care.
Naturopathy uses a wide variety of methods to diagnose and treat many different medical conditions. The evidence supporting its use varies for each treatment and condition.
In some parts of North America, naturopathic physicians are recognized as licensed health professionals. Although there is no universal educational standard for naturopathy practitioners, licensed naturopathic physicians in North America obtain a four-year naturopathic doctor (ND) degree.
Safety Safety definitions
Naturopathy is a system of medicine that uses a variety of treatments including herbs and supplements, homeopathic products, bodywork, physical activity, nutritional therapies, and more. See specific therapies for safety information.
Effectiveness
Effective Effectiveness definitions
Naturopathy is a system of medicine that uses a variety of treatments including herbs and supplements, homeopathic products, bodywork, physical activity, nutritional therapies, and more. See specific therapies for effectiveness information.
Dosing & administration
Naturopathy is a system of medicine that uses a variety of methods to diagnose and treat medical conditions. Diagnostic approaches can include laboratory tests and physical examinations, as well as alternative approaches such as pulse and tongue diagnosis and other methods. Treatments can include herbs and supplements, homeopathic products, physical activity, bodywork, nutritional therapies, psychological therapies, and many others.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if this treatment interacts with any medicines. Before using this treatment, talk with your health professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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