History & Foundations of Naturopathic Nutrition Flashcards
What does ‘allopathy’ mean?
Against disease
What does “suppression” do to a disease?
Drives it further into the body
Define ‘Naturopathy’.
Natural Healing.
A system of healthcare which encourages and promotes the body’s own self-healing mechanisms.
List 5 naturopathic therapies.
Acupuncture, homeopathy, nutrition, fasting, hydrotherapy.
Give 2 other names for ‘Vital Force’.
Qi, or Prana
List 5 things that can stimulate vital force.
- Sunshine
- Fresh air
- Clean water
- Healthy diet
- Fasting
List the Naturopathic Principles
- The healing power of nature
- Treat the cause, not a symptom
- Treat the whole person
- Prevention is preferable to cure
- Education (empowering patients to take responsibility for their own health)
Define health.
Abundant vitality. The best possible physical, mental and emotional state.
Health is more than just the absence of disease.
List 4 things that a Naturopathic Nutrition focuses on, for their patients.
- Using whole & organic food as medicine
- Detoxification & cleansing
- Looking at the constitution of a patient
- Understanding the cause of their symptoms
What is a nutrient?
A substance that provides nourishment essential for growth and maintenance of life.
Define ‘nutrition’.
The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.
Define ‘nourishment’.
The food / substances necessary for growth, health and good condition.
How often do the cells in the liver completely regenerate?
Every 6 weeks. So, you essentially have a whole new liver, every 6 weeks!
Define ‘food’.
Any nutritious substance that people and animals eat or drink, or that plants absorb, in order to maintain life and growth.
What is whole food?
Food that has not been processed or refined, and is free from additives or artificial substances.
What is organic food?
Food that is free of fertilisers, pesticides, irradiation, GMO’s, growth hormones and livestock feed additives.
What are ‘superfoods’?
Highly nutritious foods that contain all, or nearly all, the vitamins, minerals and trace elements a body needs.
List 4 examples of superfoods.
- Bee pollen
- Algae
- Wheatgrass
- Sprouts
Define ‘junk foods’.
Substances which are not natural, have been altered, or are not suitable to maintain health and growth.
List 3 substances found within junk foods which make them unsuitable for health.
- Trans fats
- GMO’s
- Sweeteners
- Artificial colourings.
Why are junk foods detrimental to health and wellbeing?
Because they hinder cell communication.
List 5 common junk foods.
- Crisps
- Candy / sweets
- Coffee
- Microwaved food
- Pastries
What does ‘ayurveda’ mean?
Life knowledge
Who said “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food”?
Hippocrates
Who is described as ‘The Father of Medicine’?
Hippocrates
Which type of medicine was the original source and inspiration for natural, holistic medical systems that developed in Europe in the 18th & 19th centuries (i.e, European Naturopathic Medicine)?
Ancient Greek Medicine
Which natural therapy is Sebastian Kneipp historically known for?
Hydrotherapy
Who is known as the ‘Father of Hydrotherapy’?
Sebastian Kneipp
List 3 benefits of water treading (a form of hydrotherapy using cold water to knee level).
- Promotes circulation
- Lowers blood pressure
- Relieves headaches
- Enhances sleep
- Strengthens the immune system
Which pioneer of naturopathic nutrition advocated a 50/50 raw food diet?
Dr Max Bircher-Benner
What is Dr Max Bircher-Benner famous for?
Advocating a 50/50 raw food diet
and Bircher muesli!