Training Swimming Walking Definition of Naturopathy Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of healing, a philosophy, science, art and practice which seeks to promote health by stimulating and supporting the body's inherent power to regain harmony and balance. Although the term naturopathy was first used at the turn of the century, the philosophical basis and many of the methods of naturopathic medicine are ancient, some dating back at least to 400B.C., when Hippocrates became famous for his treatment of disease in accordance with natural laws. Let food be your medicine and let medicine be your food. Disease is an expression of purification.
All disease is one.
The philosophy of naturopathic medicine is based upon three basic principles. The first principle is that the body possesses the power to heal itself through its internal vitality and intelligence. This vital force is the foundation of naturopathic philosophy and all the naturopathic practitioner does is to create the most favorable conditions to stimulate and enhance this healing power of nature. The second principle is that disease is a manifestation of the vital force applying itself to the removal of obstructions to the normal functioning of organs and tissues. The third principle is that naturopathic medicine is a holistic approach to health.