Naturopathy (otherwise known as 'Nature Cure') dates
back to the 'father of medicine' himself - Hippocrates of ancient
Greece. It is a system of natural medicine which focuses on
the importance of our lifestyle: fresh air, exercise, sunshine,
wholesome diet, pure water, healthy environment, rest and emotional
balance.
Naturopathy is based upon the premise that Nature will, given
the right conditions cure all maladies. Each and every one
of us has a healing force within us that will heal all diseases
but this healing force requires certain conditions such as
nutritious food, pure water, exercise, sunshine, fresh air
and rest. Without these conditions, the body will be in a
state of disease.
There are four basic principles in Naturopathic medicine:
- Every patient is unique
- Everybody has the power to heal himself
- To overcome any disease (disease) we must treat the causes
not just the symptoms
- The whole of a person must be treated NOT just a part.
Naturopathic treatment - what is involved ?
A Naturopath will make a detailed study of your medical history
in the first consultation and pay particular attention to
your lifestyle. The Naturopath will then suggest a regime
including dietary guidelines and other natural techniques
of healing (eg. hydrotherapy, colon hydrotherapy, herbalism,
massage and reflexology) and creating greater health.
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