
Naturopathic Philosophy
Naturopathic medicine utilizes the laws of nature to restore our health. This form of care requires us to address the variety of determinants that impact our health and shine a light on the root cause of our symptoms. Modifications to the disturbed determinants in our health will create a driving force our body needs to regain health.
A naturopathic doctor is a guide for ones health journey. We implement strategies, holistic recommendations, and optimize vitality by individualizing care and interventions that stimulate self-healing mechanisms.
Signs & symptoms are characteristic, compensatory responses to the imbalances in our foundational determinants of health-- which means they are not the the issue! They are indicative of something deeper going on; therefore, the foundation needs to be addressed before one can reach true health.
Determinants of your health:
History of Disturbances
Essentials
Consciousness & Spirituality
Structure & Movement
Earth
Social
Current Medications & Supplements
Illnesses
Medical interventions
Healthcare: access & quality
Physical & emotional exposures, stresses, trauma
Toxic & harmful substances
Breath, air
Water, hydration
Sleep
Nutrition, digestion, microbiome
Vitamin R-- rest, recreation, rejuvenation, restoration
Mental
Emotional
Loving, nourishing relationships
Spiritual beliefs and practices
Structural integrity, posture
Flexibility
Exercise
Light
Elements
Environment, geography
Cycles, seasons (circadian, lunar, annual cycles)
Ecology
Education
Family
Economics
Work
Culture
Community
Governmental
Medication-- dose, frequency, duration
Supplements-- dose, frequency, duration
Naturopathic Princples
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First do no harm
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Treat the whole person-- Tolle Totum
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Vis Mediactrix Naturae-- the healing power of nature
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Doctor as teacher-- Docere
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Identify & treat the causes-- Tolle Causam
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Prevention
Homeopathy
Homeopathic medicine has been in existence for over 200 years, yet its philosophy has been around since the time of Hippocrates. A German physician by the name of Samuel Hahnemann created, studied, and proved the principle called the Law of Similars. This law found that when a substance makes a healthy person ill, it has the capacity to make a sick person well when given in micro-doses. For example: red onion (Allium cepa) when chopped up has the ability to create symptoms like watery burning eyes, sneezing, and runny nose... very similar symptoms occur in individuals experiencing seasonal allergies; therefore, Allium cepa in its homeopathic potency can stimulate the body's immune system and result in a decrease in the severity of allergy symptoms.
There are over 4,000 homeopathic remedies extracted from items found in nature; e.g. plants, minerals, and animals. Homeopathy is unique as its micro-dosing and nanoparticle constituents makes it safe for all humans, animals, and yes, even plants can benefit. Homeopathic intakes are very detailed and cover your physical, mental, and emotional symptoms, which makes the remedy selection very individualized to match your specific needs.
