Naturopathic Medicine - Naturopathy is a term that encompasses a range of modalities belonging to the realm of natural medicine. These include herbal medicine, homeopathy, nutrition, bush flower and bach flower essences, reflexology and iridology. Naturopathy treats the person as a whole and this includes their spiritual, emotional and physical health.
Naturopaths believe that the body’s natural state is one of equilibrium, which can be disturbed by an unhealthy lifestyle. The body will always strive toward good health and the body is considered to be its own best healer.
Many factors may contribute to poor health and these include poor diet, insufficient sleep or rest, lack of exercise or fresh air, emotional or physical stress, pollution and negative attitudes. These factors allow toxins to build up within the body, which can overload the immune system and weaken the vital force, which is the body’s innate ability to maintain good health.
Naturopaths work closely with each person to address the cause of the problem rather than just the symptoms. The aim of naturopathy is to bring the person back to a state of balance or homeostasis, and to improve and support the body’s own functions.
Naturopaths view such symptoms as fever or inflammation as indications that the body’s self-healing powers are at work, and the suppression of such symptoms can lead to more chronic and serious disorders in the long term.
Our naturopath can treat a range of issues including headaches, depression, allergies, insomnia, stress, female fertility issues, digestive problems, diabetes, blood pressure problems, respiratory ailments, cholesterol imbalances, excess weight issues, poor or low immunity and many others.
As no two people share exactly the same health concerns, we offer a tailor made solution to your health needs. This may include any combination of the following:- dietary and nutritional advice, medicinal herbs, homeopathy, reflexology and flower essences.