Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic Medicine is a holistic and integrative approach to healthcare, emphasizing the body’s innate healing abilities, natural therapies, and patient-centered care.
Naturopathic medicine is a unique healing modality built upon the premise of using nature as the primary guide.
What Is Homeopathy?
WHAT IS HOMEOPATHY? Dr. Patrick Healey, N.D. Homeopathy is a 200 year-old system of medical science pioneered by Samuel Hahnemann (German Physician) that actively and powerfully stimulates the body to
Gerard Guéniot, F.D.
In Memoriam A significant piece of the education on optionsnaturopathic.com comes directly from the teachings of Dr. Gérard Guéniot. Dr. Guéniot was my mentor; he was a teacher of the
The Importance of Breastmilk
By Amelia H. Psmythe Executive Director (Interim), United States Breastfeeding Committee The US DHHS National Breastfeeding Awareness Campaign tells us ‘Babies were born to be breastfedi’. Leading health organizations like
Dietary Testing
Diet is something that MUST be individualized. There is no single diet that is ideal for everyone. Our doctors choose from an array of suggestions, leaning heavily on metabolically-focused suggestions,
A New Kind of Medical Insurance: Medical Assurance
Times are difficult. Money is tight. Good health is fading. What is one to do? Many people feel trapped by the current healthcare system; insurance premiums are high, and the
Naturopathic Doctor’s Training and Regulation
Naturopathic Doctors (ND/NMD) unlike traditional naturopaths are trained at one of these seven federally accredited naturopathic schools: Bastyr University Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine Bridgeport University* Canadian College of Naturopathic
Definition of Terms
Allopathy/Allopathic Medicine A term originally coined by Samuel Hahnemann, M.D., the founder of homeopathy. Allopathy describes the treatment of disease using a principle of opposites, for example, treating constipation with
A Naturopathic Approach to Pain Management
Although pain is uncomfortable and undesirable, pain is a safety signal that assists in preserving the body’s integrity. Pain does not always equal harm and can be good to signal
Naturopathic Philosophy
Naturopathy, a termed coined around 1901, is the combination of the nineteenth century European practice Nature Cure with the principles and concepts of homeopathy. Your body has the most incredible,
Naturopathic Medicine: Filling the Missing Niche in Preventative Health Care
Naturopathic medicine offers an integral solution to the health care crisis in the United States. Naturopathic medicine offers an integral solution to the health care crisis in the United States.
What is Naturopathic Medicine?
In fact, naturopathic medicine was created in 1901 as a direct response to the overuse of chemical drug therapies. Over the previous century the use of mercury, also known as