MH-Naturopathy

What are some examples of illness that could be treated by Naturopathic treatments

-Mild to moderate major depression -menopausal symptoms -arthritis -viral infections -and other conditions

List the Treatments Provided by Naturopathic Doctors

1. Clinical Nutrition 2. Botanical (herb) Medicine 3. Homeopathy 4. Physical Therapy 6. Lifestyle Therapy

What two questions raise controversy about ND's practice?

1. Is it really natural? ; i.e. usage of large doses of vitamins etc.. 2. Is it really primary care? ; i.e. can't order x-rays, admit px to hospitals, deliver babies etc...

What are the Principles Of Naturopathic Medicine

1. The Healing Power of Nature 2. First Do No Harm 3. Doctor as Teacher 4. Find the Cause 5. Treat the Whole Patient 6. Preventative Medicine

Are naturopathic doctors the only ones using natural medicines?

HELL Naw, all MD's use natural medicines especially in Europe, namely Germany!

What is the primary goal of treatment of Naturopathy

To address; 1. The cause of illness 2. rather than to treat or suppress the symptoms 3. Focus on prevention 4. Use natural substances and treatments -ND's support and stimulate the body's ability to heal itself

Do Naturopaths use Interventional techniques? If so, list examples

YES 1. Injections 2. Intravenous therapy 3. Supraphysiologic dosages of vitamines, minerals and other nutritional supplements.

Are Naturopathic Doctors Regulated?

Yes, by the Manitoba Naturopathic Association, which is also involved in public safety issues

Do Naturopathic Doctors go to med school?

Yes, minimum of 4 years professional school , with a curriculum close to conventional med school

Are there studies supporting the efficacy of naturopathic treatments?

Yes, there is evidence to support its safe and effective but its hard to study b/c there are too many different formulations of drugs. Its important to know exactly what formulation of herbs, vitamin or supplement being studied.