Naturopathic medicine

Naturopathic medicine is a health care profession that emphasizes on the self healing process, prevention and achievement of optimum health using natural therapeutic methods. Emergence of naturopathic medicine has led to safe and natural therapies that play an important role in our current health care systems. An integrative partnership between old philosophies of nature being the best healer and modern medical health systems has made available effective therapies to patients. Many patients are now recovering by adding naturopathic medicine to other medical care. It seeks to discover, identify and remove underlying symptoms and causes of ailments rather than suppress them.Patients that adopt this form of health care receive maximum benefits as they get to be more involved with their health and learn about preventive measures. Naturopathic medicine treats illnesses including but not limited to ; digestive disorders, asthma, pain and sleep disturbances Naturopathic medicine works based on six underlying principles that include: the doctor…

MacPherson, Foster, Sherman, Witt & Linde, 2012). However, as the conventional medical view tends to reduce chiropractic care and traditional Chinese medicine to the manipulation of the spine and acupuncture therapy, respectively, these CAM therapies are viewed as compatible with allopathic care and therefore, integrate well with the medical model. This has not been the case with Naturopathic medicine. Elder (2013) discusses the reasons behind this and…

practices date back to early Eastern medicine, a surge in popularity was seen in America during the mid-eighteen hundreds. Americans were beginning to be dissatisfied with physicians and allopathic drugs during this time because the human body was viewed as mechanical duplicates of one another (Whorton). Patients wanted a more tailored, focused approach on the specific needs of their bodies. This shift in mindset sparked a revolution of holistic medicine that has continued to expand to the…

naturopathy is not a supportive medicine nor effective against any disease. It is true although naturopathic medicine is safer than standard health treatments and usually works, but it cannot cure conditions like car accidents or any other severe emergencies. (“Advantages and Disadvantages of Alternative Medicine” Terich, pp.1). Even so, there are enough situations in which naturopathic medicine is recommended. Naturopathic physicians treat many kinds of conditions including: digestive issues,…

Growing up in a health-conscious home, I have always been interested in organic gardening, herbal remedies, and natural approaches to maintaining physical, emotional, and mental health. I want to be a naturopathic physician because I believe that the body is sacred (1 Corinthians 3:16 Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?), and I want to teach people how to heal themselves, avoid unhealthy habits, and prolong good quality of life (1 Cor 3:17 If…

a career as a Naturopathic Doctor. My understanding of my intended career path and knowledge of requirements, duties, responsibilities, and skills needed will be reflected. Information learned from my personality profile will be addressed along with the impact it can have on my chosen career. Lastly, an expression of how I feel Kaplan University can help in my pursuit and where I plan to be in 5 years. Keywords: Naturopath, Health and Wellness, Personality vs Career The Life of a Naturopathic…

International College of Applied Kinesiology and became a fellow in acupuncture with the International Academy of Clinical Acupuncture. He also studied naturopathic and homeopathic healthcare, becoming a doctor of naturopathic medicine through the American Naturopathic and Certification Board and a doctor of homeopathic medicine through the British Institute of Homeopathy.…

mostly preferring them over harsh chemical medicines such as painkillers or antibiotics. Naturopathic medicine and nutritional studies mend old-fashioned healing techniques with modern philosophies in order to find practical ways to prevent illness. This merging of western medicine and naturopathic healing is fascinating to me and I hope that in the future, I can accomplish my goal of working in this field. I believe that illness does not occur without cause. Unlike what most people think,…

The Health Freedom movement is an ongoing process for many people practicing Complementary and Alternative Medicines. The law has not always been on the side of integrative medicine. Many farmers, herbalists, and other physicians have been harassed, arrested and have occurred many legal fees in providing an alternative source to health and health care. In 1987, Schneider vs. Ravicci in the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said, “We see no reason why a patient should not be allowed to make an…

Medical care in pediatrics is complicated network that involves decision making from both a patient and care provider perspective. In contrast with adult medicine, patient consent to treatment is muddled by the challenge posed in treating for young children who may lack cognitive maturity to achieve the requisite capacity and understanding. In these instances, parents are allocated the role of substitute decision maker. In order to enforce the pillar of patient autonomy, parents are afforded the…