Detoxification 1 - Naturopathic Treatment Flashcards
Q: What is the primary principle that naturopaths follow in treatment?
A: “Do no harm,” with a focus on the patient’s physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Q: How do naturopaths work with the body’s natural healing powers?
A: By supporting self-correcting mechanisms and avoiding the suppression of symptoms to maintain homeostasis.
Q: What is the “unity of disease” concept in naturopathy?
A: It involves focusing on underlying causes of dysfunction, such as low pH, toxicity, or low vital force, for effective healing.
Q: How are naturopathic treatment plans tailored?
A: They are individualized, considering each person’s unique needs and healing path for a holistic approach.
Q: Why are mental and emotional factors important in naturopathic treatment?
A: Because stress and anxiety can disrupt digestion, elimination, sleep, and vital force, affecting the body’s ability to heal.
Q: What is the foundation of naturopathic treatment known as “naturopathic hygiene”?
A: It includes a healthy diet, hydration, exercise, fresh air, breathing, mental/emotional balance, and sleep.
Q: What is nutritional therapy in naturopathy?
A: A practice that improves health through diet and supplements.
Q: How is herbal medicine used in naturopathy?
A: It uses plant-based remedies to promote healing.
Q: What is homeopathy’s role in naturopathic treatment?
A: It uses diluted substances to stimulate the body’s self-healing processes.
Q: What are tissue salts used for in naturopathy?
A: To provide bioavailable minerals that support biochemical balance.
Q: What is Bach Flower Therapy?
A: A naturopathic method that uses flower essences to balance emotional states.
Q: What types of therapies are included under hydrotherapy?
A: Water-based treatments like enemas, sitz baths, compresses, and contrast therapy.
Q: Why is detoxification important in naturopathy?
A: It helps cleanse the liver, bowel, kidneys, blood, and lymphatic systems.
Q: What traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) techniques may be used by naturopaths?
A: Techniques like acupuncture, acupressure, cupping, and moxibustion to balance energy (Qi).
Q: What are some fasting practices used in naturopathy?
A: Intermittent fasting and juice fasting.
