“Naturopathic medicine is a distinct method of primary health care – an art, science, philosophy and practice of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of illness. Naturopathic physicians seek to restore and maintain optimum health in their patients by emphasizing nature’s inherent self-healing process, the vis medicatrix naturae. This is accomplished through education and the rational use of natural therapeutics.“ Source: American Association of Naturopathic Physicians

Conditions Supported With Naturopathic Medicine

✔ Fertility and Preconception for Men and Women

✔ Mental/Emotional Health and Disorders

✔ Gastrointestinal Complaints

✔ Endocrine Health & Hormone Balance

✔ Pediatric health, including adolescent health

✔ Women's Health

✔ Addiction, PTSD, and side effects from various medical treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation, and detox regimens.

Most NDs use a combination of mainstream and alternative medications while aiming to address the root cause of their patient’s issue. NDs can prescribe medications and even preform minor surgery in states where they are licensed.

ND consultants who are working remotely with clients in pre-licensed states often focus on alternative modalities such as nutrition, herbs, supplementation, lifestyle modifications, homeopathy, and a multitude of other holistic approaches.

6 Guiding Principles of Naturopathic Medicine