What is Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of primary healthcare that blends modern medical science with natural and traditional forms of healing. It focuses on identifying and treating the root cause of illness, rather than simply managing symptoms. Naturopathic doctors work to restore balance and support the body’s innate ability to heal through individualized care, lifestyle medicine, and gentle, evidence-based therapies.
“At its core, naturopathic medicine is about helping the body do what it was designed to do — heal.”
The Therapeutic Order is a guiding framework in naturopathic medicine that illustrates how healing unfolds when we work with the body rather than against it. It begins with restoring the foundations of health such as sleep, nutrition, movement, hydration, and emotional well-being and progresses step by step toward deeper levels of support.
At each level, the goal is to use the least invasive and most effective therapies first, always aiming to identify and treat the root cause rather than simply suppressing symptoms. This approach allows for healing that is sustainable, gentle, and deeply restorative — honoring the body’s innate ability to return to balance.
Determinants of Health
These pillars create the groundwork for healing and are often the first step toward restoring vitality.