By combining current research, the wisdom of traditional medicine systems and naturopathic principles, naturopathy is the patient-centric and holistic approach to health.
It is a distinct system of primary health care unique for its unifying principles which govern how naturopaths care for their patients.
Naturopathic Principles
First do no harm
The foundational principle underlying the naturopath’s ethic of care.
The healing power of nature
Supporting and facilitating the body’s natural ability to heal.
Treat the cause
Identifying and removing the underlying causes of disease.
Treat the whole person
Recognising that physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health are interconnected.
Practitioner as teacher
Giving patients the knowledge and confidence to optimise and take ownership of their health and vitality.
Prevent disease and promote health
Emphasising preventative health rather than purely reactive treatment of illness.
Naturopathic remedies
Diet and supplementation
Good nutrition is the foundation of health. We work with you on your diet choices - ‘food as medicine’. Where appropriate we prescribe nutraceuticals to support and restore health.
Lifestyle
In the modern world, maintaining a healthy lifestyle is challenging. We will discuss how to modify aspects of your lifestyle which might be impacting your health like sleep hygiene, stress management and living environment.
Herbal medicine
We prescribe gentle and effective remedies drawn from traditional usage which are increasingly being validated by research. We understand the ways in which they might complement or interact with pharmaceutical medications.