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Highlights Men die at greater rates than women due to unhealthy lifestyle habits, less frequent screening, and late treatment for chronic diseases NDs can help, with a unique, accessible approach to men’s health NDs focus on natural, non-prescription therapies, patient education, and lifestyle changes NDs address top men’s health complaints,… Read More

Highlights Six reasons to choose a naturopathic doctor: You want a doctor who will treat all of you, not just your illness. You want personalized treatment. You want to treat the root cause of an illness, not just the symptoms. You want to actively participate in managing your own health. Read More

Naturopathic doctors help you take charge of your health: * Naturopathic doctors work to identify the underlying causes of illness and develop personalized treatment plans to address them. * Naturopathic doctors focus on prevention and empowering you to make lifestyle changes. * Naturopathic doctors often spend 30-90… Read More

Highlights Eight ways naturopathic medicine lowers healthcare costs: Address the root cause of illness Offer less expensive diagnosis and treatment Reduce the need for expensive surgical procedures, when appropriate Decrease costs associated with adverse reactions to prescription drugs Reduce the incidence of illnesses and fatalities caused by hospital errors Lower… Read More

Highlight What to expect in your first visit with an ND:   A health history and detailed questions about your health concerns A methodical review of your bodily systems—which may be connected to your chief complaint(s) A review of prescription drugs and supplements you may be taking, and questions about… Read More

Highlights Imbalances in the digestive system can lead to symptoms elsewhere in the body. Treatment plans are personalized and may include: tailored diets, reduction of inflammation, and support for a healthy microbiome. The health of the GI system relies on proper enzymatic function, nutrient absorption, microbiota balance, tissue health, and… Read More

How to Measure Your Blood Pressure at Home Measure twice daily: once in the morning and once in the afternoon/evening, 30 minutes before eating, drinking, or exercising. Find a time when you can rest for several minutes. Use a cuff that will inflate and deflate automatically. Sit comfortably and keep… Read More

The healing power of nature recognizes the body’s inherent ability to heal itself.  The building blocks of your body—cells—are dynamic, living units that are constantly working to self-repair and regenerate. The body’s organs and systems work hard on their own to support… Read More

Botanical medicine is the science and practice of using medicinal plants and extracts to improve overall health and treat disease Botanical medicine can be a safe + effective choice for addressing numerous health concerns Naturopathic Doctors complete ~130… Read More

Highlights Social, economic and cultural factors are often at the root of preventable chronic disease During medical school, NDs complete an average of 150 classroom hours of behavioral medicine education NDs utilize a broad range of therapies including: o dietary and lifestyle interventions o stress reduction o psychotherapy… Read More

Highlights Many health symptoms and conditions have nutrition at the root of the issue. NDs’ rigorous nutrition training + understanding of food as medicine enables them to provide individualized nutrition guidance. NDs utilize evidence-based nutritional recommendations. NDs complete ~155 classroom hours of nutrition education during medical school. Areas of concentration… Read More

Highlights A “Naturopath” is not the same thing as a licensed Naturopathic Doctor. Naturopathic doctors graduate from accredited, four-year, in-residence, post-graduate naturopathic medical schools Naturopathic doctors must pass rigorous professional board exams prior to being licensed or regulated in a state that regulates the practice of naturopathic medicine Naturopathic… Read More