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Anyone ever go to a Naturopath?
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redsamurai
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velvett said:How was it?
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I was recommended to one but her next appointment is OCT!
sigh... 4 more months.
you should be able to find someone sooner that that........however, there's probably a very good reason why that person is so booked. I'm not exactly sure the difference between homeopath and naturopath.......if there even is one. Pm me if you want my experience with it.....it's a little out there if naturo's operate on the same principle as homeo's.
bigmann245
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what is it?
blueta2
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velvett said:I could see another person in her office but she came highly recommended.
I don't have very good luck with doctors.
What have your experiences been like?
Well my ND/homeo is a family friend who is one the best and yes it takes months to get a appoint with her, but since she knows me, I get to see her when I need.
But I can tell you this, there are a lot of good ND's out there. Is the one you want to see treat many with your ailment?
I'm actually going to change b/c my ND is not that familiar with lyme. It's imortant that you interview your ND first to see if they have a lot of knowledge of your ailment.
The experience all depends on why you're going
GoldenDelicious
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you know waht qualifications you need to be a naturopath?
you have to be able to make a sign that says "naturopath" on it
not very encouraging
you have to be able to make a sign that says "naturopath" on it
not very encouraging
redsamurai said:
What exactly is the main difference between homeopaths and naturopaths?
blueta2
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Homeopathy is just beginning to get recognition as a natural health care specialty. Some key features of homeopathy are contrasted with naturopathy below:
Homeopathy:
A Homeopath uses homeopathic medicine as the primary treatment for illness. Homeopathy is a complete medicine – it can treat a wide variety of conditions from nosebleeds, skin conditions, stiff neck muscles, digestive problems and chronic pain to depression.
Homeopathic medicine is different from herbal medicines or mineral supplements.Homeopathic medicines are made from very small quantities of plant, mineral or animal substances.
Homeopathic medicines are non-toxic and safe for babies and during pregnancy.
Full treatment homeopathy looks for one medicine to treat all of the patients’
problems. If you have headaches, constipation, chronic sinusitis, joint pain, depression and eczema, one homeopathic remedy will be prescribed to treat all of these problems. The medicine can cost as little as $7 for 1 year of therapy.
Naturopathy:
A Naturopath has some knowledge about a lot of natural therapies. Many of the therapies that a naturopath has a general understanding of (e.g. Western
Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nutrition, Acupuncture and Homeopathy) can also be studied exclusively as specialties for up to 4 years each. To become a specialist in each of the therapies listed above would require 15-20 years of training and an equal number of years in practical experience. Naturopaths generally focus on Western herbalism or botanical medicine.
Naturopathic medicine depends on the therapy the naturopath chooses – most often this includes herbal medicine, botanical medicine and supplements (vitamins, minerals, enzymes …)
Herbal medicines, vitamins, minerals and enzymes are not always safe for children or during pregnancy. Dosages and quantities need to be closely monitored by a professional.
Western herbalism is similar to Western medicine – you get one or more medicines for each problem you have. Western herbalism substitutes medicines listed above for pharmaceutical drugs. For instance, if you have liver problems you may be given Milk Thistle, if you have joint pain you might get Glucosamine Sulfate, if you have headaches you may get White Willow Bark. With this approach costs escalate with the number of health problems that need to be treated.
Homeopathy:
A Homeopath uses homeopathic medicine as the primary treatment for illness. Homeopathy is a complete medicine – it can treat a wide variety of conditions from nosebleeds, skin conditions, stiff neck muscles, digestive problems and chronic pain to depression.
Homeopathic medicine is different from herbal medicines or mineral supplements.Homeopathic medicines are made from very small quantities of plant, mineral or animal substances.
Homeopathic medicines are non-toxic and safe for babies and during pregnancy.
Full treatment homeopathy looks for one medicine to treat all of the patients’
problems. If you have headaches, constipation, chronic sinusitis, joint pain, depression and eczema, one homeopathic remedy will be prescribed to treat all of these problems. The medicine can cost as little as $7 for 1 year of therapy.
Naturopathy:
A Naturopath has some knowledge about a lot of natural therapies. Many of the therapies that a naturopath has a general understanding of (e.g. Western
Herbalism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Nutrition, Acupuncture and Homeopathy) can also be studied exclusively as specialties for up to 4 years each. To become a specialist in each of the therapies listed above would require 15-20 years of training and an equal number of years in practical experience. Naturopaths generally focus on Western herbalism or botanical medicine.
Naturopathic medicine depends on the therapy the naturopath chooses – most often this includes herbal medicine, botanical medicine and supplements (vitamins, minerals, enzymes …)
Herbal medicines, vitamins, minerals and enzymes are not always safe for children or during pregnancy. Dosages and quantities need to be closely monitored by a professional.
Western herbalism is similar to Western medicine – you get one or more medicines for each problem you have. Western herbalism substitutes medicines listed above for pharmaceutical drugs. For instance, if you have liver problems you may be given Milk Thistle, if you have joint pain you might get Glucosamine Sulfate, if you have headaches you may get White Willow Bark. With this approach costs escalate with the number of health problems that need to be treated.
blueta2 said:
I think he was joking.
