Lecture 1 : Naturopathic philosophy Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What doe Naturopathy mean?
A
’ Disorder of nature’
2
Q
Naturopathy is a way of ……
A
‘life’
3
Q
What is wholeness in naturopathy?
A
treating the whole, rather than just parts. Look at the environment, mental, diet , individuality.
Treat the whole body, tissues, diet.
We look at the whole big picture.
Example: We treat ever system in the body.
4
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How doe we show that nature is non-uniform in the philosophy of naturopathy?
A
We understand that every one is unique.
We cannot be evaluated due to non- uniformity.
Example: A doctor will provide everyone with the same drug for asthma, but as naturopaths each of our patients will receive difference advise tailored to their individuality.
