Naturopathic medicine is a comprehensive and holistic approach to improving health and treating illness in patients of all ages. It is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention using natural therapies and natural substances. Naturopathic treatments can complement conventional medical treatments or be used effectively on their own. The aim of the Naturopathic Doctor (ND) is always to support and stimulate the body's ability to heal itself.

Principles of Naturopathic Medicine

• First, to do no harm


• To co-operate with the healing powers of nature


• To address the fundamental causes of disease


• To heal the whole person through individualized
  treatment


• To teach the principles of healthy living and
  preventive medicine