What is Naturopathic Medicine
"Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process. The practice of naturopathic medicine includes modern and traditional, scientific, and empirical methods."- AANP
Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
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1) Healing Power of Nature
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2) Identify and Treat the Cause
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3) First Do No Harm
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4) Doctor as Teacher
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5) Treat the Whole Person
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6) Prevention