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The Benefits of Working with a
Naturopathic Doctor
What is Naturopathic Medicine ?
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct form of primary health care that blends science and evidence-based research with traditional forms of healing. It involves the use of safe, natural therapies to treat all forms of health concerns-from pediatric to geriatric, from acute to chronic illness, and from the physical to the psychological. Naturopathic medicine focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of illness, rather than suppressing symptoms. By understanding the origins of disease, naturopathic medicine can lead to lasting changes in your health. Naturopathic doctors assess all aspects of one’s health to create comprehensive treatment plans that are personalized for optimal outcomes. Naturopathic medicine also emphasizes disease prevention and long-term health promotion.
How do Naturopathic Doctors treat their patients ?
Treatments are customized according to the individual patient and take into account a person’s unique symptoms, health history, allergies, medications, and preferences. This individualized and holistic approach is one of the great benefits of working with a naturopathic doctor!
Naturopathic treatment methods and modalities include: laboratory analysis and advanced assessment techniques, nutrition and dietary counseling, botanical medicine, Traditional Chinese acupuncture and
cupping, lifestyle counseling, hydrotherapy, and physical medicine. Intravenous nutrient therapy is another wonderful tool used to treat a variety of health conditions. It is a safe and effective way to administer high doses of vital nutrients directly into the bloodstream. IV therapy allows for a significantly higher dosing concentration than obtainable with oral vitamins, as well as improved absorption and utilization by the body. Because of this, intravenous vitamin therapy can help you achieve faster and better results when it comes to your health.
What education do Naturopathic Doctors have ?
Naturopathic doctors are highly trained practitioners who complete a four-year medical program at an accredited school of naturopathic medicine after obtaining an undergraduate university degree. The naturopathic program encompasses basic medical sciences, naturopathic principles and therapeutics, as well as 1200 hours of supervised clinical experience.
Dr. Jacqui Zins, Naturopathic Doctor at Higher Health Naturopathic Centre & IV Lounge in North Toronto
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