Naturopathy Explained

I am a constant student. As I slowly retire from my 33+ years of being a Brand Marketing Strategist, I have dug into the world of Tarot and have become a certified Tarot Reader.

Next on my learning list dig into the world of Naturopathy. What's that? Naturopathy, also known as naturopathic medicine, is a primary healthcare system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural healing practices. The core principle of Naturopathy is that it recognizes and supports the body's inherent ability to heal itself. This is called the Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae). 

It emphasizes treating the root cause of illness and preventing disease by supporting the body's natural healing abilities. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) use a variety of natural therapies like herbal medicine, clinical nutrition and lifestyle counselling to address health concerns.

After 17 months of extensive study and testing, in February 2026 I received my Certified Naturopathy Practitioner acknowledgement. I don't think I will ever get to the Naturopathic doctor (ND)stage but there are people I can help with alternative and natural ways to become and stay healthy. 

I am sharing Naturopathic tips with people on my Instagram @Lynda.Naturopathy

I believe in and will endeavour to follow the six fundamental principles of Naturopathy:

  1. Do no harm (Primum Non Nocere). Naturopathic practitioners approach care by utilizing the most natural, least invasive and least toxic therapies.
  2. The healing power of nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae). Naturopathic practitioners recognize the value of our natural world in assisting the healing process.
  3. Identify and treat the causes (Tolle Causam). Naturopathic practitioners identify the underlying causes of illness that may be the obvious causes. 
  4. Treat the whole person (Tolle Totum). Naturopathic practitioners understand the interconnectedness of our body, our enviroment and our lifestyle on total health.
  5. The doctor as a teacher (Docere). It is the job of Naturopathic practitioners to elevate patients' health literacy to help them better understand what it takes to be and stay well.
  6. Prevention is the best cure (Praevenire).  Naturopathic medicine affirms that it is better to prevent illness and suffering whenever possible.