Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that incorporates conventional and natural forms of science-based medicine. The naturopathic philosophy is to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause of disease. Symptoms of disease are seen as warning signals of improper functioning of the body, and unfavourable lifestyle habits. Naturopathic Medicine emphasizes disease as a process rather than as an entity.

Prevention is a priority in naturopathic medicine. When disease is present, the focus of naturopathic treatment is to address the underlying root cause of illness rather than simply suppressing symptoms or managing disease. Naturopathic doctors consider all aspects of a person’s life when diagnosing and developing a unique treatment plan, including physical, mental and emotional states. 
Treating both acute and chronic conditions, naturopathic treatments are chosen based on the individual patient’s physiological, structural, psychological, social, spiritual, environment and lifestyle factors.

COMMON CONDITIONS NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS TREAT:
CHRONIC CONDITIONS
• chronic pain
• migraines and headaches
• digestive disorders
• high blood pressure and heart disease
• diabetes and obesity
• back pain
• arthritis and osteoporosis
• allergies and environmental illness
• skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and acne
• anxiety, depression and insomnia
• candida related symptoms
• fibromyalgia and CFS
• thyroid disorders

ACUTE AND RECURRING CONDITIONS
• colds and flu
• ear, sinus and throat infections
• musculoskeletal injury

WOMEN'S HEALTH
• infertility
• prenatal and postnatal care
• PMS and menstrual disorders
• menopausal symptoms
• fibrocystic breast disease
• endometriosis and uterine fibroids

MEN'S HEALTH
• infertility
• BPH and prostatitis
• erectile dysfunction

CHILDREN'S HEALTH
• asthma and eczema
• allergies and food intolerances
• ADHD

DISEASE PREVENTION
• cleansing programs
• stress and fatigue reduction
• weight loss and management
• smoking cessation
• immune system strengthening
• general health maintenance

THERAPIES USED:
CLINICAL NUTRITION Clinical Nutrition examines the relationship between diet and health. Special diets may be recommended. Treatment may include nutritional supplements such as vitamins, minerals, enzymes and other nutraceuticals.

BOTANICAL/HERBAL MEDICINE The use of Botanical/Herbal Medicine for healing dates back to the beginnings of civilization and is the foundation of modern pharmacology. Plant substances from around the world may be used for their healing effects and nutritional value.

HOMEOPATHY Based on the principle of "like cures like", Homeopathic Medicine uses minute amounts of natural substances to stimulate the self-healing abilities of the body.

PHYSICAL THERAPY A variety of hands-on techniques for the spine, joints and soft tissues, Physical Therapy also includes hydrotherapy and the therapeutic use of light, heat and cold, massage and ultrasound.

ACUPUNCTURE & ASIAN MEDICINE Based on balancing the flow of Qi (energy) through the meridian pathways, Asian Medicine includes the use of acupuncture and Oriental herbs.

LIFESTYLE COUNSELLING Physical, emotional, nutritional and environmental factors affect health. Lifestyle counselling helps patients make informed choices to reach and maintain their optimal health.