Part 3 of this series on the Naturopathic Philosophy expanded upon the third and fourth core beliefs, which are (3) to identify and address the root cause(s) of dis-ease and dysfunction and (4) to see the doctor as a teacher. This brings us to the fifth belief and that is that we must address the whole person.
Part 2 of this series provided more information about the first and second core beliefs in the Naturopathic Philosophy, which were (1) do no harm and (2) the body possesses the ability to heal itself if given the proper opportunity (a belief in the healing power of nature). In order to remove obstacles to health to allow the body an opportunity to heal, we invoke the third core belief, which is to identify and address the root cause(s) of dis-ease or dysfunction. (more…)
In the first post in this series we outlined the Naturopathic Philosophy. Here we will expound upon the first two core beliefs in that philosophy. (more…)
Traditionally, a naturopathic doctor used the systematic application of natural healing methods to determine and address the root causes of a person’s disorder or disease(s). They were as much teacher as investigator, striving to bring harmony, health, happiness and peace to their clients. Today, naturopathic practices can vary dramatically in range and scope to include such conventional practices as medications and even minor surgery. However, every naturopathic doctor is guided by seven core beliefs that make up the Naturopathic Philosophy.
Impotency remains largely unrecognized simply because most men do not discuss sexual problems with their doctors. In addition, many physicians are just as uncomfortable dealing with the subject as their patients or will simply give them a prescription for Viagra and send them on their way.
The prostate is a male sex gland about the size of a walnut that lies below the bladder and surrounds the urethra, which carries urine from the bladder out through the tip of the penis. The prostate gland is responsible for secreting prostatic fluid, which is a major component of male seminal fluid that increases sperm mobility and lubricates the urethra to prevent infection.
June is Men’s Health Month and we have received many requests to discuss natural approaches to men’s health, including natural remedies for prostate health and impotency, so we’ve put together a 3 part series that will be devoted to this important, but seldom discussed topic.
Antibiotics wreak havoc on the good and the bad bacteria in your body. Since 70% of your immune system is stimulated by the good bacteria in your intestines, there’s a good chance taking antibiotics will result in an imbalanced immune system. (more…)
52% of US households have at least six detectable allergens, all of which can float through the air and find their way into your body (Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology). These irritants include animal dander, dust mites, mold, scented candles, cleaning products, and cigarette smoke. Once again, these allergens probably won’t spark much of a histamine reaction in a healthy immune system, but when it’s hypersensitive they’ll set off a host of five-alarm symptoms. (more…)
The hormones and other chemicals released during extended periods of stress cause damage that triggers an immune response. What’s worse is that the continual flow of stress hormones also causes nutrient depletion as the body uses a tremendous amount of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to ward off the negative effects of stress. In addition, the more stress we have, the more likely we are to make poor food choices and not get enough sleep, leading to a downward spiral that continually throws our immune system out of balance. (more…)
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