Pranic healing is an ancient technique that uses life energy or prana to heal the physical body and energy body. It involves manipulating the bioplasmic matter and energy of the patient's body to accelerate self-healing. The energy body comprises the inner and outer aura and becomes disturbed before manifestations in the physical body. Pranic healing works by removing diseased bioplasmic matter and projecting healthy prana or life energy from the healer to cleanse and reenergize the patient.
- The document outlines guidelines for attaining physical and mental health including eating two meals a day, drinking two seers of water, praying once daily, exercising for one hour, and fasting weekly.
- It discusses the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and fasting or reducing intake for overall health and relaxation of both body and mind.
- The guidelines are based on principles of ayurveda and naturopathy with references to texts like the Vedas and recommendations for timing of activities and benefits to the spiritual, physical and mental health.
CONCEPT OF HEALTH and DISEASE ACCORDING TO NATUROPATHY.pptxDrManjuRater
This slide explains the concept of health and disease according to Naturopathy with scientific evidence-based, this includes health according to western medicine. health according to naturopathy, definitions of health according to naturopathy, vitality, determinants of health according to naturopathy difference between naturopathy and allopathy, characteristics of the human body, and Diagnostic criteria according to Naturopathy. Concept of disease according to western principles and disease according to naturopathy. upas tree, violation of natures law, morbid matter theory, source of toxemia and examples, the primary cause of disease and secondary cause of disease, free radicles acute disease and chronic disease, unity of disease and unity of cure, factor affecting the unity of cure, goals of naturopathy,
This document provides information about naturopathy and its relationship to yoga. It discusses the five basic principles of nature - prithvi, apa, tej, vayu, and akash. It explains the aims and philosophy of naturopathy, as well as its history. Various naturopathy treatments are described, including mud therapy, water therapy, sunlight, air, and space. It notes limitations of naturopathy and similarities between naturopathy and yoga practices.
Fasting refers to abstaining from food and drink for a period of time. It is an ancient practice followed in many religions. Fasting has many health benefits including detoxification, immune system boosting, disease prevention, and longevity. There are different types of fasts based on duration, purpose, and foods/drinks allowed. Fasting improves health by allowing the body to eliminate toxins and waste at an increased rate. Potential signs of detoxification during a fast include gas, bad breath, and coated tongue. Fasting has physiological effects like increased insulin sensitivity and reduced oxidative stress.
Naturopathy is based on the principle of using natural methods like water, air, light, heat and diet to treat disease without drugs. It views the body as inherently self-healing and aims to support this through lifestyle practices and eliminating toxins. The document outlines several foundational principles of naturopathy including the unity of disease and cure, the foreign matter theory of disease, and the toxemia theory. It also discusses the five elements - earth, water, fire, air and ether - that make up the human body according to naturopathic philosophy. Overall naturopathy focuses on living harmoniously with nature to support physical, mental and spiritual health.
Mud therapy uses natural mud elements for healing purposes. It has origins in South India where mud from the Deccan Plateau is rich in minerals. There are two main types - mud packs which are applied locally, and mud baths which cover more of the body. Mud therapy benefits the skin by improving circulation and reducing spots, and can help conditions like psoriasis, eye problems, headaches, and indigestion. Different types of mud like black mud and moor mud contain various minerals and acids that can have anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects. Local centres in India offer mud therapy and training courses in its application.
Naturopathy is a whole medical system that is based on supporting health through natural therapies rather than combating disease. It has its roots in 19th century Germany and was developed and popularized in the US in the early 20th century. Naturopathic practitioners focus on natural treatments like herbal medicine, homeopathy, diet, and lifestyle changes. While naturopathy can be safe when used alongside conventional care, it is not regulated uniformly and some practices may be risky if used instead of standard medical treatment.
Fangotherapy is a treatment that uses thermal mud containing minerals spread over the body to cleanse and revitalize the skin, after which the mud is left on and a massage may be given; mud therapy has been used for centuries to treat diseases and is considered beneficial for healing wounds and skin conditions. The document further details the composition, properties, effects, indications, contraindications and methods of mud therapy and mud packs/baths.
Greek physician Hippocrates documented hydrotherapy in the 5th century BC. It was known as the "water cure" and was practiced in ancient civilizations. In the 10th century, a monk recognized its therapeutic benefits. Hydrotherapy uses water in various forms and temperatures to treat diseases. It works through thermal, mechanical, and chemical effects on the body. Common hydrotherapy methods include baths, compresses, wraps and water applications like showers. It aims to improve circulation, detoxification, relaxation and pain relief.
Concept of Panchamahabhutas and their relation to Naturopathy and YogaPrakash Regmi
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The document discusses the integrated approach of yoga therapy according to Dr. Shamanthakamani Narendran. It discusses the concepts of health, disease, and the body according to modern science and ancient yogic texts. It explains that stress born illnesses originate from imbalances in the subtle sheaths (kosas) of the body starting from the mental sheath (manomaya kosa) and can manifest physically. Yoga helps reduce stress and bring balance to the kosas through techniques like asanas, pranayama, meditation and kriyas.
Naturopathic approach in management of acute & chronic diseaseDr. Satyendra Singh
The document discusses the naturopathic approach to preventing acute and chronic disease. It defines naturopathy as working in harmony with nature's principles on physical, mental, moral and spiritual well-being. Naturopathy uses natural elements like air, water and exercise to manage disease. It views illness as a deviation from normal health and sees acute diseases as having an abrupt onset and short course, while chronic diseases develop slowly and persist long-term. Naturopathy aims to restore vitality, healthy blood and lymph composition, and proper elimination of morbid matter through returning to nature, conserving vital force, and proper elimination.
Nature cure is a system that aims to build up the entire being in harmony with nature's constructive principle on physical, mental, moral, and spiritual levels. It views health as normal vibration in harmony with nature and disease as abnormal vibration caused by violating nature's laws. The primary cause of disease is lowered vitality, abnormal blood composition, and waste accumulation. Chronic disease occurs when morbid buildup prevents the body's natural healing crises from correcting conditions. Cure involves readjusting the body from abnormal to normal functions through establishing natural surroundings and habits, conserving vital force, improving blood quality, eliminating waste safely, and promoting self-help and personal responsibility.
Role of yog practices on endocrine functionsShweta Mishra
HOW DIFFERENT YOGA PRACTICES ( ASANA, PRANAYAMA, RELAXATION ETC) HELP TO HARMONIZE THE FUNCTIONING OF THE ENDOCRINE GLANDS TO MAINTAIN HEALTH AND HARMONY.
This document discusses the physiological benefits of different yoga poses. It explains that sitting poses improve hip, knee and ankle flexibility as well as breathing. Standing poses strengthen the legs and spine. Forward bends relieve stress by compressing abdominal organs. Twisting poses squeeze and flush blood through the pelvic organs. Backbends stimulate the nervous system and relieve stress and headaches. Overall, regular practice of yoga poses can benefit physical, mental and spiritual health.
Naturopathy is a holistic approach to wellness. The underlying principles of naturopathy are the importance of a healthy diet, clean fresh water, sunlight, exercise and stress management.
The document summarizes alternative healing techniques, specifically Reiki and energy healing touch therapy. It discusses that illness is caused by energy imbalance and blockages in the body's subtle energy channels (nadis). Reiki and touch therapy work to remove these blockages and uplift energy levels, bringing relief. Research shows these therapies emit electromagnetic signals from practitioners' hands and can accelerate wound healing, reduce pain, stress, and symptoms of various illnesses. Side effect risks are low as these are non-invasive energy-based methods. Studies demonstrate their effectiveness through measures like improved blood work, accelerated healing, relief of conditions like asthma, headaches, and progress in cancer patients.
7. The purpose of natural healthcare.pptxKOLEJPERDANA
The document discusses the principles and purposes of natural healthcare according to naturopathy. It outlines the key concepts of vitalism, unity of disease, and the causes and progression of disease from a naturopathic perspective. The primary causes of disease are seen as lowered vitality, abnormal composition of blood and lymph, and accumulation of waste and toxins. Secondary causes include hereditary factors, infective agents when vitality is low, and musculoskeletal issues. Lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, stress, and sleep also impact vitality and disease. Naturopathy aims to treat the whole person holistically and enhance the body's inherent healing abilities.
The biopsychosocial model reflects the development of illness through the complex interaction of biological factors (genetic, biochemical, etc.), psychological factors (mood, personality, behavior, etc.) ... A person may have a genetic predisposition for a disease, but social and cognitive factors must trigger the illness.
INDIAN SYSTEM OF MEDICINE, UNIT2, MPHARM PCG SEM2 Naturopathy Yoga and Aromatherapy practices
Naturopathy Introduction, basic principles and treatment modalities.
Yoga - Introduction and Streams of Yoga. Asanas, Pranayama, Meditations and Relaxation techniques
Aromatherapy - Introduction, aroma oils for common problems, carrier oils.
Complementary and alternative approaches to pain relief during laborpharmaindexing
Even though delivery is a natural phenomenon, it has been demonstrated that the accompanying pain is considered severe or extreme in more than half of cases. Besides conventional approaches, such as epidural analgesia, many complementary or alternative methods have been reported to reduce pain during labor and delivery. Not every woman wants traditional pain medication. Many moms-to-be want their labor and delivery to be as natural as possible (and for women who are recovering from drug and alcohol abuse, analgesics are usually a no-no), but still as comfortable as possible.
This study examined the effects of reflexology on 21 menopausal women between ages 45-60. Participants received weekly 50-minute reflexology treatments for 10 weeks and completed pre and post-treatment questionnaires rating symptoms. Statistical analysis found significant reductions in hot flashes, sleep issues, mood changes, concentration/memory issues, headaches, heart palpitations, and itching. Overall, participants reported improved well-being and balance from the reflexology treatments. The study provides statistical support that reflexology can effectively relieve many distressing menopause symptoms.
This document discusses a study on the effectiveness of slow back massage on sleep quality among intensive care unit (ICU) patients. The study used a non-equivalent pre-test post-test control group design with 60 patients divided into a control group and experimental group. The experimental group received 10-12 minutes of slow back massage nightly for 3 consecutive nights while in the ICU, while the control group received normal night nursing care without massage. Sleep quality was assessed before and after using a standardized scale. The results showed that the massage therapy helped induce sleep and improve sleep quality among the ICU patients compared to the control group.
Nature cure official government of india and world health orgBabubhai Thakkar
Naturopathy is a holistic system of treatment based on three principles: the accumulation of morbid matter in the body, abnormal composition of blood and lymph, and lowered vitality. It believes the body has inherent self-healing powers and that diseases arise from an imbalance caused by unnatural habits and environmental factors disturbing the body's normal functioning. Treatment focuses on correcting unhealthy factors and allowing the body to recover on its own using natural modalities like air, water, heat, mud, and space. Naturopathy diagnoses patients and treats the whole person, not just symptoms, using non-invasive methods that do not interfere with the body's natural healing processes.
Here are 3 ways to assess pain and a sample pain assessment using OLDCART and PQRST:
1. Visual Analog Scale (VAS) - Patient rates pain from 0-10 on a line scale, with 0 being no pain and 10 being worst possible pain.
2. Verbal Descriptor Scale - Patient chooses words to describe their pain level, such as mild, moderate, or severe.
3. Body Diagram - Patient marks on a diagram of the body where they feel pain.
Sample Pain Assessment:
O - Onset: Pain began 2 days ago after a fall.
L - Location: Low back pain radiating down the left leg.
D - Duration: Constant pain
Pathophysiology and pshycodyanamics (1)Gurdeep Arora
Pathophysiology is the study of abnormal physiological processes in the body that cause or are caused by disease or injury. It involves understanding how and why normal anatomy and physiology is altered by the disease process. Any cellular changes or damage can disrupt homeostasis and affect the whole body. Sometimes the cell cycle fails to detect unwanted changes, resulting in mutations that can cause disease. Pathophysiology combines the study of pathology and physiology to understand the functional and structural changes that occur in the body as a result of disease.
pathophysiology and psychodynamics of disease causationPreet Kaur
Pathophysiology is the study of abnormal physiological processes in the body that cause or are caused by disease or injury. It involves understanding how and why normal anatomy and physiology is altered by the disease process. Any disruption to homeostasis, whether from internal or external factors, can potentially lead to physiological changes at the cellular level that may result in disease. Common disease processes studied in pathophysiology include genetic disorders, infections, inflammation, immune responses, cell injury and healing processes.
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Yoga therapy aims to treat the root cause of illness and promote overall well-being through integrated practices that address the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of a person. It uses techniques like asanas, pranayama, meditation, and lifestyle modifications to reduce stress, strengthen the body and mind, and bring the different systems of the body into harmony. Yoga therapy treats the whole person, not just the symptoms, and can help prevent disease when practiced regularly as part of one's lifestyle. It works slowly but is safe and can complement other medical treatments for various chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory disorders.
The document discusses gene therapy as a potential treatment for various neurological disorders, describing how gene therapy works and the types of gene therapy products being studied. It also examines several specific neurological disorders like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and Huntington's disease, and explores the role of physical therapy in treating the symptoms and slowing the progression of these conditions.
Nets (NEUTROPHILL EXTEACELLULAR TRAPS) in wound healing mohitMOHIT GOSWAMI
Neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) play an important role in wound healing. NETs are released by neutrophils as part of the immune response, but high levels of NETs can also impair wound healing. In diabetes, neutrophils are primed to produce excessive NETs through a process called NETosis. This delays wound healing in diabetic patients. DNase enzymes can degrade NETs and have been shown to accelerate wound healing in diabetic mice. Further research is needed to better understand NET regulation and how DNase may help treat impaired wound healing in diabetes.
AYUSH is an acronym for Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy and are the six Indian systems of medicine prevalent and practiced in India and some of the neighboring Asian countries with very few exceptions in some of the developed countries.
This document provides an overview of health, factors affecting health, and ways to maintain health. It discusses the importance of laughing, playing sports/games, and getting enough sleep. Lack of sleep can cause problems like compromising the immune system and malfunctioning of natural killer cells. The document also discusses disease, the World Health Organization, medicine, and alternative medical systems like alternative medical systems, mind-body interventions, biologically-based therapies, manipulative therapies, and energy therapies.
The document discusses healing through nutrition in all planes of being. It covers four planes of being - physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. In the physical plane, it discusses physical healing which involves restoring health and recovering damaged tissues. It emphasizes the importance of nutrition, specifically proteins, vitamins A, C, and zinc in tissue repair and immune response during physical healing. For mental healing, it discusses the gut-brain axis and how gut dysbiosis can impact mental health conditions like depression.
The document discusses peptide bioregulators and their potential role in slowing the aging process. It describes research by Dr. Khavinson showing that peptides are important for communication between cells and body systems. With aging, peptide production declines, disrupting communication and cellular functions. Dr. Khavinson developed peptide bioregulator products extracted from young animals that can restore peptide levels and cellular regeneration to slow aging.
Coronary Circulation and Ischemic Heart Disease_AntiCopy.pdfMedicoseAcademics
In this lecture, we delve into the intricate anatomy and physiology of the coronary blood supply, a crucial aspect of cardiac function. We begin by examining the physiological anatomy of the coronary arteries, which lie on the heart's surface and penetrate the cardiac muscle mass to supply essential nutrients. Notably, only the innermost layer of the endocardial surface receives direct nourishment from the blood within the cardiac chambers.
We then explore the specifics of coronary circulation, including the dynamics of blood flow at rest and during strenuous activity. The impact of cardiac muscle compression on coronary blood flow, particularly during systole and diastole, is discussed, highlighting why this phenomenon is more pronounced in the left ventricle than the right.
Regulation of coronary circulation is a complex process influenced by autonomic and local metabolic factors. We discuss the roles of sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves, emphasizing the dominance of local metabolic factors such as hypoxia and adenosine in coronary vasodilation. Concepts like autoregulation, active hyperemia, and reactive hyperemia are explained to illustrate how the heart adjusts blood flow to meet varying oxygen demands.
Ischemic heart disease is a major focus, with an exploration of acute coronary artery occlusion, myocardial infarction, and subsequent physiological changes. The lecture covers the progression from acute occlusion to infarction, the body's compensatory mechanisms, and the potential complications leading to death, such as cardiac failure, pulmonary edema, fibrillation, and cardiac rupture.
We also examine coronary steal syndrome, a condition where increased cardiac activity diverts blood flow away from ischemic areas, exacerbating the condition. The long-term impact of myocardial infarction on cardiac reserve is discussed, showing how the heart's capacity to handle increased workloads is significantly reduced.
Angina pectoris, a common manifestation of ischemic heart disease, is analyzed in terms of its causes, presentation, and referred pain patterns. We identify factors that exacerbate anginal pain and discuss both medical and surgical treatment options.
Finally, the lecture includes a case study to apply theoretical knowledge to a practical scenario, helping students understand the real-world implications of coronary circulation and ischemic heart disease. The role of biochemical factors in cardiac pain and the interpretation of ECG changes in myocardial infarction are also covered.
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Ventilation Perfusion Ratio, Physiological dead space and physiological shuntMedicoseAcademics
In this insightful lecture, Dr. Faiza, an esteemed Assistant Professor of Physiology, delves into the essential concept of the ventilation-perfusion ratio (V˙/Q˙), which is fundamental to understanding pulmonary physiology. Dr. Faiza brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, with qualifications including MBBS, FCPS in Physiology, and multiple postgraduate degrees in public health and healthcare education.
The lecture begins by laying the groundwork with basic concepts, explaining the definitions of ventilation (V˙) and perfusion (Q˙), and highlighting the significance of the ventilation-perfusion ratio (V˙/Q˙). Dr. Faiza explains the normal value of this ratio and its critical role in ensuring efficient gas exchange in the lungs.
Next, the discussion moves to the impact of different V˙/Q˙ ratios on alveolar gas concentrations. Participants will learn how a normal, zero, or infinite V˙/Q˙ ratio affects the partial pressures of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the alveoli. Dr. Faiza provides a detailed comparison of alveolar gas concentrations in these varying scenarios, offering a clear understanding of the physiological changes that occur.
The lecture also covers the concepts of physiological shunt and dead space. Dr. Faiza defines physiological shunt and explains its causes and effects on gas exchange, distinguishing it from anatomical dead space. She also discusses physiological dead space in detail, including how it is calculated using the Bohr equation. The components and significance of the Bohr equation are thoroughly explained, and practical examples of its application are provided.
Further, the lecture examines the variations in V˙/Q˙ ratios in different regions of the lung and under different conditions, such as lying versus supine and resting versus exercise. Dr. Faiza analyzes how these variations affect pulmonary function and discusses the abnormal V˙/Q˙ ratios seen in chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) and their clinical implications.
Finally, Dr. Faiza explores the clinical implications of abnormal V˙/Q˙ ratios. She identifies clinical conditions associated with these abnormalities, such as COPD and emphysema, and discusses the physiological and clinical consequences on respiratory function. The lecture emphasizes the importance of understanding these concepts for medical professionals and students, highlighting their relevance in diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions.
This comprehensive lecture provides valuable insights for medical students, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in respiratory physiology. Participants will gain a deep understanding of how ventilation and perfusion work together to optimize gas exchange in the lungs and how deviations from the norm can lead to significant clinical issues.
POTENTIAL TARGET DISEASES FOR GENE THERAPY SOURAV.pptxsouravpaul769171
Theoretically, gene therapy is the permanent solution for genetic diseases. But it has several complexities. At its current stage, it is not accessible to most people due to its huge cost. A breakthrough may come anytime and a day may come when almost every disease will have a gene therapy Gene therapy have the potential to revolutionize the practice of medicine.
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Chemical kinetics is the study of the rates at which chemical reactions occur and the factors that influence these rates.
Importance in Pharmaceuticals: Understanding chemical kinetics is essential for predicting the shelf life of drugs, optimizing storage conditions, and ensuring consistent drug performance.
Rate of Reaction: The speed at which reactants are converted to products.
Factors Influencing Reaction Rates:
Concentration of Reactants: Higher concentrations generally increase the rate of reaction.
Temperature: Increasing temperature typically increases reaction rates.
Catalysts: Substances that increase the reaction rate without being consumed in the process.
Physical State of Reactants: The surface area and physical state (solid, liquid, gas) of reactants can affect the reaction rate.
Case presentation of a 14-year-old female presenting as unilateral breast enlargement and found to have a giant breast lipoma. The tumour was successfully excised with the result that the presumed unilateral breast enlargement reverting back to normal. A review of management including a photo of the removed Giant Lipoma is presented.
2. Index
1) Introduction to naturopathy
2) Basic principles of naturopathy
3) References and explanation of basic principles
4) Panchamahabhutas / Panchatatva
5) Arogya Raksha Panchatantra
6) Explanation of Panchatantra
7) International principles of naturopathy
4. What is naturopathy ??
◍ Naturopathy—also called naturopathic medicine—is a medical system that has
evolved from a combination of traditional practices and health care approaches.
◍ It is a drugless therapy that involves the use of the five great elements
(Panchamahabhutas) of nature to restore, to build up, and maintain health –
Earth (Prithvi)
Water (Jal)
Fire (Tej)
Air (Vayu)
Ether (Akash)
Earth
(Prithvi)
Water
(jal)
Fire
(tej)
Air
(vayu)
Ether
(akash)
5. ■ Naturopathy is a system of treatment of the sick without medicines.
■ This system firmly believes that the living body heals itself.
■ Naturopathy is based on the recognition that the body possesses not only a natural ability to
resist disease but inherent mechanisms of recovery and self-regulation.
■ It is a system of treatment that recognizes the existence of vital curative force.
handbook of naturopathy - ISBN 9789385968938 by Dr. Sukhbir Singh
6. Definition
◍ “Nature cure is a system of building the entire being in harmony with constrictive
principles in nature on the physical, mental, moral, and spiritual planes of being.
Philosophy & Practice of Nature Cure, Henry Lindlahr
◍ “Naturopathy is distinct of healing, employing the beneficent agency of nature’s forces
of water, air, sunlight, earth power, electricity, magnetism, exercise, rest, proper diet,
various kinds of mechanical treatment mental and moral science.”
By Dr. Benedict lust
◍ “Naturopathy is the science, art, philosophy of adjusting the framework, correcting the
mental influence and supplying the body with its needed elements”
By Dr. J.E. Cummins
7. What is health according to naturopathy ??
Health is the normal and harmonious vibration of the elements and forces composing the human entity on the
physical, mental, moral, and spiritual planes of being, in conformity with the constructive principle of nature
applied to individual life.
Philosophy & Practice of Nature Cure, Henry Lindlahr
Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of
disease or infirmity.
The disease is the abnormal or inharmonious vibration of the elements and forces composing the human
entity on one or more planes of being, in conformity with the destructive principle of Nature applied to
individual life
Philosophy & Practice of Nature Cure, Henry Lindlahr
What is health according to WHO ??
What is Disease according to naturopathy ??
8. Basic principles of Naturopathy
1. Body heals itself
2. Main cause of the disease is enervation
3. Deposit of metabolic end product/morbid matter in the system is a disease
4. Acute disease is a remedial process-it is itself a cure
5. Food is a building material and it does not increase vitality
6. Fasting does not cure any disease but provides an opportunity for the body to heal
itself.
7. Germs do not cause disease but are found in diseased condition
8. Exercise or physical activity keeps the balance between nutrition and drainage
9. External treatments whether naturopathic, allopathic, ayurvedic, or homeopathic- give
only relief, and do not cure
10. Patient’s own will to get well, determination and faith are necessary things for nature
cure treatment.
handbook of naturopathy - ISBN 9789385968938 by Dr. Sukhbir singh
9. 1. Body heals itself
◍ Healing means restoration to a normal condition or making a sick body healthy.
◍ According to naturopathy the cure does not come from outside but from inside.
handbook of naturopathy - ISBN 9789385968938 by Dr. Sukhbir singh
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11. ◍ The healing occurs in 4 stages-
1. hemostasis phase
2. inflammatory phase
3. proliferating phase
4. remodeling phase
12. ◍ The hemostasis phase –
occurs as the injury happens and is the first response from the body.
The wound causes blood and other fluids to leave the body.
platelets and thrombocytes in the blood start to clump together near the open wound
forming a fibrin network.
This thickens the blood in the immediate area to help stop the bleeding.
This newly formed clot also prevents germs from getting into the body.
the platelets release chemicals that alert the surrounding cells to start the next process and heal
the wound.
13. ◍ Inflammatory phase-
During the inflammatory phase, the cleaning and healing of the area begin.
Early inflammatory phase (starts within 24-36
hrs. of injury)
Neutrophils infiltration to the wound site (due to
growth factors like TGFβ, PDGF, IGF)
Neutrophils adhere to endothelial cells (who is
surrounding the wound)
Neutrophils roll onto the site
Neutrophils migrate out of the site (by taking out the
bacteria- phagocytosis)
late inflammatory phase (starts within 48-72
hrs. of injury)
Neutrophils replaced by macrophages
And complete the phagocytosis
14. ◍ Proliferative phase-
The body’s focus during this stage is to close the wound, create new tissue, and repair any
damaged blood vessels in the area.
Starts after 3rd day and last for 2 weeks
The previous network of tissue containing fibrin and fibronectin
Replaced by
granular tissue new extracellular formation (begins)
15. ◍ Angiogenesis and Remodeling phase-
this process occurs around 2 or 3 weeks after the injury and can last for 1 year or longer.
This is the active scar tissue phase of healing.
As time goes on, the scar tissue has an increased concentration of collagen, which makes it
stronger.
Angiogenesis is the formation of new vessels (neovascularization)
Along with granulation tissue formation (which looks pink)
Then this granulation tissue is replaced by fibrous tissue (scar formation)
New cellular matrix is formed completely and increased collagen concentration
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.
Sembulingam K, Sembulingam P. Essentials
of medical physiology. 4th ed. Lansdowne,
South Africa: Juta Legal and Academic; 2008.
17. Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
The wound healing process: An
overview of the cellular and
molecular mechanisms
V.T.B.T.S. et al
The Journal of international medical
research
2009
The host has a natural response to
wounding involves various
processes of tissue healing that are
triggered by tissue injury, and
encompasses four continuous
phases including coagulation and
haemostasias, inflammation,
proliferation and wound remodelling
with scar tissue deposition.
18. Reference no. 2
prema sembulingham, k sembulingham (2012) “Chapter 17, Immunity,” in
Essentials of Medical Physiology. 6th ed. New Delhi, New Delhi: JAYPEE
BROTHERS MEDICAL PUBLISHERS (P) LTD, pp. 107–121.
19. 2. Main cause of disease is enervation
◍ Nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, and motor and sensory
nerves.
◍ When there is fatigue in them it is called Enervation.
◍ It is also known as neurasthenia, nerve weakness, nervous breakdown,
depression, or nervous debility.
handbook of naturopathy - ISBN 9789385968938 by Dr. Sukhbir Singh
20. Causes of enervation
Mental and psychological causes
Sensory excesses sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch
Sensuality-excesses= pleasure of senses, sexual abuse
nerve leaks
excess and abuses of diet
poisonous habits
bottled brinks
lack of exercise
social and financial causes
lack of rest and sleep
handbook of naturopathy - ISBN 9789385968938 by Dr. Sukhbir singh
21. A neuron or nerve cell is defined as the structural and functional unit of the nervous
system.
Dendrite is the branched process of neurons, they transmit impulses towards the
nerve cell body.
Axon is the long process of nerve cells, they transmit impulses away from the nerve
cell body.
Myelin sheath is a thick lipoprotein sheath that insulates the myelinated nerve fiber.
Injury to nerve fibers occurs due to the following causes:
1. Obstruction of blood flow
2. Local injection of toxic substances
3. Crushing of nerve fiber
4. Transection of a nerve fiber.
Cause degenerative changes in the neuron
The term regeneration refers to the regrowth of lost or destroyed part of a tissue. It
starts as early as 4th day after the injury, but becomes more effective only after 30
days and is completed in about 80 days.
Neuron structure,
regeneration, and
degeneration
22. Synapse and synaptic transmission
Injury to nerve fibers occurs due to the following causes:
1. Obstruction of blood flow
2. Local injection of toxic substances
3. Crushing of nerve fiber
4. Transection of a nerve fiber.
Cause degenerative changes in the neuron and the synaptic transmission gets disturbed.
Prema Sembulingham, K Sembulingham (2012) “Nervous system,” in Essentials of
medical physiology. 6th edition. Daryaganj, New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
(P) LTD, pp. 757–787.
24. Title & author Journal & year Conclusion
Neural-immune interactions in
health and disease
EM;, E.F.S. et al
Annals of the New York
Academy of Sciences
2002
The CNS and immune system
communicate via multiple
neuroanatomical and hormonal
routes and molecular
mechanisms. The interactions
between the neuroendocrine
and immune systems provide a
finely tuned regulatory system
required for health.
Disturbances at any level may
lead to changes in susceptibility
to and pathogenesis of
autoimmune/inflammatory
disease.
26. Title & author Journal & year conclusion
The Role of Early Life Stress
in HPA Axis and Anxiety
Juruena MF, Eror F, Cleare AJ,
Young AH.
Adv Exp Med Biology
2020
This review examined the
emerging literature concerning
the relationship between
stress, HPA axis function, and
GAD, panic disorder, and
phobias and the role of early
life stress as an important risk
factor for HPA axis dysfunction
and early life stress as an
important risk factor for HPA
axis dysregulation.
27. 3. Deposit of metabolic end products/ Morbid matter in the system is disease
◍ According to naturopathy to keep the body healthy, happy, and holy
Three things are required-
Innervation- constant and regular nerve supply
Food and nutrition- food that feeds not fills
Drainage- elimination, and evacuation
The common cause of all types of disease is the enervation and accumulation of waste
28. Diseases do not attack people (suddenly)
Diseases grow slowly within the body through continued abuses & accumulating toxemia.
Every disease, acute or chronic develops from the accumulation of toxins, poisons, and wastes in the body
29. Metabolic end products when not properly eliminated
toxins accumulation like (adipose tissue deposition, and hypercholesterolemia)
Abnormal composition of vital fluids increase Growth of
pathogens
(blood and lymph)
Lowered vitality
Disturbs the cell health
cell function
Chances of illness
DISEASE
30. Types of waste matter that need to be eliminated
◍ Catabolic waste matter
◍ Waste matter of undigested and unassimilated food
◍ Waste matter due to infective live foreign bodies like germs and parasites
◍ Waste matter due to foreign substances which are dead
◍ Medicinal waste matter if any
31. Clinical examples
◍ Gout (deposition of uric acid)
◍ Diabetes mellitus (increase in blood sugar level)
◍ Jaundice (increase in bilirubin level)
◍ Hypercholesterolemia (increase in the cholesterol level in the blood)
◍ Constipation (accumulation of metabolic end waste products)
◍ Sinusitis (accumulation of fluid)
◍ Wilson’s disease (excess accumulation of copper in vital organs)
36. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Obesity: Risk factors,
complications, and strategies
for sustainable long-term weight
management.
Fruh SM.
Journal of medical association of
nurse practitioners
12 October 2017
Obesity promotes a chronic,
low‐grade, inflammatory state,
which is associated with
vascular dysfunction,
thrombotic disorders, multiple
organ damage, and metabolic
dysfunction. These
physiological effects ultimately
lead to the development of a
range of morbidities, including
CVD, T2D, OSA, and certain
cancers along with many
others, as well as causing a
significant impact on mortality.
38. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
High plasma uric acid
concentration: causes and
consequences
de Oliveira EP, Burini RC
Diabetology Metabolic Syndrome
2012 Apr 4
Study suggests that metabolic
end product here Uric acid is
responsible for various morbid
conditions like CVD, DM
39. 4. Acute disease is a remedial process - It is itself a cure
◍ What is commonly called acute disease is in reality the result of nature’s effort to eliminate
organic waste matter, foreign matter, and poisons, and to repair injury to living tissues. In
other words, Every so-called acute disease is the result of a cleansing and healing effort of
nature
Philosophy & Practice of Nature Cure, Henry Lindlahr
◍ Disease with an abrupt onset and of short duration is called acute disease.
Mosby’s medical dictionary
40. ◍ Acute disease is the body’s natural and normal way of rapidly eliminating accumulated toxins
◍ It is a natural function of the body expressed as fever; mucus flow, coughing, diarrhea,
inflammation, headache, loss of appetite weakness, heaviness, desire to sleep, sore throat,
muscular aches, etc.
◍ Naturopathy beliefs- Acute disease should be permitted free expression without treatment or
palliation or suppression, this ensures rapid restoration of health
◍ The instinct to sleep and fast during acute illness should be honored for rapid restoration and
support innate healing force.
41. In process of tissue building, there is break down of tissue & toxic /metabolic end products gets eliminated
In Healthy, when nerve energy is normal
/vitality is optimum
This waste product is eliminated from the
blood as fast as evolved
But when nerve energy /vitality is lowered due to any cause
The body becomes enervated & elimination is impaired causing
Accumulation of toxin / metabolic end product
Toxin systemic circulation blood poisoning/toxemia
The accumulation will continue until the nerve energy is restored by
the remaining cause
The so-called disease is nature’s effort to eliminate the toxins from
the blood
42. Inflammation is characterized by five cardinal signs, namely
Redness (rubor)
Swelling (tumour)
Heat (calor; only applicable to the body’s extremities)
Pain (dolor)
Loss of function (functio laesa)
Present in process of acute diseases
Punchard NA, Whelan CJ, Adcock I. The Journal of Inflammation. J Inflamm (Lond). 2004 Sep 27;1(1):1. doi:
10.1186/1476-9255-1-1. PMID: 15813979; PMCID: PMC1074343.
43. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Is fever after infection part of
the illness or the cure?
Gardner J.
Emergency nurse
March 2012, volume 19
Study suggests that Fever is not an
illness, but a response to illness,
which in bacterial infections is self-
limiting and does not usually rise
above dangerous levels. fever
reduces pathogen viability, provides
an optimal environment for the
immune response, and speeds up
tissue repair.
Antipyretics reduce fever, but also
reduce the body’s response to
infection and slow the healing
process this suggest that these
effects can increase the duration
and severity of infection.
Reference no. 2
45. 5. Food is a building material and it does not increase vitality
◍ Food, after all, is a powerless substance to build flesh, blood, bones, and nerves.
◍ Only a living breathing organism can convert it into a living tissue. Food is subordinate to
life, to the force inherent in every living creature.
◍ “it is this mysterious life force that decides which and how much of foods supplied to the
body, shall be built up into body tissues” is a quotation that suggests that it is the body, not
food, which is more important.
◍ When food is not digested properly it is fermented and decomposed and resulting in
disease
46. Food is considered solid food when it’s consumed.
The solid food (say, A kg) undergoes liquefaction on introduction to the organism, a Disintegration process.
The process of liquefaction needs heat from the body (say, X calories).
The extracted food nutrients (say, B kg) undergo a solidification to form the body cells, a Reintegration process.
The process is solidification evolves heat (say, Y calories).
Fallacy of calory concept (a calorie is a unit of heat energy):
47. Now, X & Y both are latent heat.
Latent heat is dependent on the quantity to which it’s applied.
As far as the quantities of A and B are concerned, A >> B. Therefore, X is always greater than Y. That means the body
needs to spend calories every time we eat food, not otherwise!
Food is the needed substance for bodybuilding materials, it’s not an energy giver.
The complexity of the food increases the energy requirements for its processing.
If the food is simpler then it helps the body to conserve energy.
49. Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
Macronutrient balance and
micronutrient amounts through
growth and development.
Savarino G, Corsello A, Corsello G
Italian Journal of Pediatrics
2021 May 8
Both macronutrients and
micronutrients are essential for
children’s nutrition in proper
amounts and balance. The main
macronutrients are proteins,
carbohydrates, and lipids, but also
fibers and liquid intake are
important. Also, micronutrients are
essential: the lack of even one of
them can have impairing growth,
delaying maturation, or determining
deficiency diseases
51. Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
The alkaline diet: Is there
evidence that an alkaline ph diet
benefits health?
Schwalfenberg, G.K. et al(2011)
Journal of Environmental and Public
Health
2011
it would be prudent to consider an
alkaline diet to assist our body in
creating and maintaining a healthy
pH balance, so that body can heal
itself.
52. ◍ The term fasting, implies total or partial abstinence from food or water for several reasons.
Therapeutic fasting by Arnold Devries
Fasting conserves energy- the body’s vital force
When we eat food as it passes through the body, it must be masticated, digested, and
assimilated, and then the waste is eliminated.
We have 4 organs of elimination- bowel, kidneys, lungs, and skin, for these organs to work
perfectly, the body must build high vital force.
So by just abstaining from food or water we can conserve our vital force
The miracle of fasting by Bragg
6. Fasting provides opportunity for body to heal
53. Fasting means 4 kinds of rest
1. Physical
2. Mental
3. Physiological
4. Sensorium
1. It gives vital organs a complete rest
2. It promotes the breaking down and absorption of exudates, effusions, deposits, diseased
tissue, and abnormal growths.
3. It accelerates the healing process
4. It clears and strengthens the mind
Benefits of Fasting
55. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Fasting as a Therapy in
Neurological Disease
Phillips MCL
Nutrients.
2019 Oct 17
fasting is a simple, multi-targeted,
and essentially “metabolic” therapy
with a healthy track record for
treating a variety of neurological
diseases.
57. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Intermittent Fasting and Human
Metabolic Health
Patterson RE, Laughlin GA,
LaCroix AZ, Hartman SJ,
Natarajan L, Senger CM,
Martínez ME, Villaseñor A, Sears
DD, Marinac CR, Gallo LC.
Journal of academy of
nutrition and dietetics
2015 august
in humans, even a single fasting
interval (e.g., overnight) can reduce
basal concentrations of metabolic
biomarkers associated with chronic
disease such as insulin and
glucose.
Intermittent fasting regimens
attempt to translate the positive
effects of fasting regimens in
rodents and other mammals into a
practical eating pattern for reducing
the risk of chronic disease in
humans.
59. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Health Benefits of Fasting and
Caloric Restriction
Golbidi S, Daiber A, Korac B, Li H,
Essop MF, Laher I.
Current Diabetes reports
2017
Fasting or periodic calorie restriction also
prevents unwanted effects of chronic energy
restriction such as malnutrition. Intermittent
fasting, by acting as acute intermittent
stressor, activates stress-response pathways
that lead to improvement in well-being.
60. Germs are not causative factors of disease.
Body has its defenses & in a healthy body, they are immediately killed or made ineffective if
they get entry. Our body has got ingenious/numerous series of defenses.
EXAMPLE: Tonsils act as a filler to protect the body from the invasion of bacteria & aid in the
formation of WBC, which are the body’s defenders, Despite this, if bacteria reach the
stomach, they are destroyed by the HCL of the stomach.
If germs enter the nose they sneeze out if entered into the lungs- coughed out if reached the
bloodstream- engulfed by leucocytes.
7. Germs do not cause disease but are found in diseased condition
61. According to LOUIS PASTEUR (father of bacteriology)
When the body is enervated, excretion and secretion are disturbed
Toxins accumulate (toxemia)
Toxemia provides the soil and ground for germs to multiply and grow
Hence germs do not cause dirt, it is dirt that attracts germs
It means we should keep our bloodstream clean
No toxemia no dirt no disease
Which concludes that “many bacteria coexist peacefully in the human body, pathogenic organisms will
only multiply when the body’s equilibrium is disturbed
63. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Gut Microbiota and Diarrhea:
An Updated Review
Li Y, Xia S, Jiang X, Feng
Frontiers in cellular and
infection microbiology
2021 Apr 15
Diarrhea is related to changes of
gut microbiota and balanced gut
microbiota is resistant to the
colonization of diarrhea
pathogens. diarrhea is highly
associated with gut microbiota
alterations.
64. Life is a drama of nutrition and drainage controlled by the nervous system
For this drama physical exercise or activity is a must
External muscles are under control but internal (involuntary) is not under the control
When exercise is done muscles get strengthened
But if remains inactive for a longer period its fibers become flabby or undergo degeneration
8. Exercise or physical activity keeps the balance between nutrition and drainage
66. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Exercise and metabolic health:
beyond skeletal muscle
Thyfault JP, Bergouignan A.
Diabetologia.
2020 Aug
Regular exercise and/or moderate to
vigorous physical activity has a
pronounced protective effect against
metabolic disease. We posit that the
multi-tissue adaptations induced by
exercise underly its powerful disease-
modifying impact.
67. ◦ The great treatment is education, advice & awareness which makes the mind peaceful & quiet =
naturopaths are teacher
◦ Peacefulness & quietness of the mind play an important role in recovery. mental satisfaction or
autosuggestion much more important than external treatment or activity = Our therapy treats the
individual as a whole {mind + body + soul}
9. External treatments whether naturopathic, allopathic, ayurvedic or
homeopathic- give only relief, do not cure
68. Christie, M.D. (2016) Explainer: How do drugs work? The University of Sydney.
Available at: https://www.sydney.edu.au/news-opinion/news/2016/04/29/explainer--how-do-drugs-work-.html (Accessed: March 13, 2023).
How conventional medicine works?- It just relief symptoms by hindering mechanism – does not CURE
69. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Naturopathy in Australia: Where
are we now? Where are we
heading?
Ooi SL, McLean L, Pak SC.
Complementary Therapies in
Clinical Practices
2018 Nov
Naturopathy in Australia has developed
from being perceived as “a minor cult
system” to a whole system practice of
CM that integrates the understanding of
health and the human body, with
traditional therapeutic knowledge
70. ◦ Last but not least is that it’s the patient’s own will to get well (determination & faith).
◦ So many people complain of their ailments & say that they are destined to be sick all the time.
◦ First make up your mind that wants health which will come by healthful living, not by medicines. Go &
stay in nature a center where natural treatment & natural food is provided = therefore naturopaths are
the best teacher they teach how to live …
10. Patient’s own will to get well, determination and faith are necessary things for
nature cure treatment.
71. ◦ Nature Cure is a system of building the entire being in harmony & the constructive principle of
nature on the physical, mental, moral & spiritual planes of being
By Henry Lindlahr, MD
◦ Naturopathic medicine is a distinct system of primary health care, its an art, science,
philosophy & practice of diagnosis, treatment & prevention of illness
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP)
72. Title and author Journal and year conclusion
Patient-physician relationship -
Communication is the key
Honavar SG.
Indian Journal of Ophthalmology
2018 Nov
Patient–physician relationship is a
complex psychosocial interplay of
vulnerability, trust, and authority in a
professional setting. It has been
legally defined as “a consensual
relationship in which the patient
knowingly seeks the physician's
assistance and the physician
knowingly accepts the person as a
patient.
73. The word ‘Pancha tattva' originates from Sanskrit, where “Pancha" stands for five and "tattva"
indicates elements. Following the universal law of life, everything on this planet is composed of five
basic elements or the "panchamahabhutas". These are :
◍ Akash (Sky or Space) as consciousness
◍ Vayu (Air) as awareness
◍ Jal (Water) as mind
◍ Agni (Fire) as intelligence
◍ Prithvi (Earth) as body
PANCHAMAHABHUTAS/ PANCHATATVA
75. Diagram of linkage between cellular organelles, organs and five elements. The clockwise rotation of five elements in order,
circulates from the wood to water-type. The human organs, which are connected to the five elements, also rotates along with
them. In the innermost pentagon arrow-lines present mutual nourishment cycle, arrow-dashed lines indicate mutual restrain
cycle.
76. Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
The five elements of the cell
Chung S, Cha S, Lee SY, Park
JH, Lee S
Integrative Medicine research
2017 Oct 18
the human body, using the five
elements theory, it is evident that
cellular organelles are organically,
or functionally connected to each
other as the circle of the five
elements. Furthermore, matching
the ER, GA, lysosome (vacuole),
mitochondria, and PM to the
wood-, fire-, earth-, metal-, and
water-types
77. ◍ Arogya Raksha Panchatantra (five principles of healthy living), is a Naturopathy and Yoga
lifestyle practice
◍ Proposed by an eminent Indian Naturopath Dr. B. Venkat Rao, observed to modify the
behavioral risk factors
AROGYA RAKSHA PANCHATATRA
78. ◦ Two meals/per day
◦ Prayer twice a day
◦ Drink plenty of water (nearly 8-10 glasses/day)
◦ Fast once a week
◦ Exercise daily for 1hour
79. Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
"Effect of Arogya Raksha
Panchatantra (five lifestyle
principles) on hematological
parameters and anthropometric
measures among healthy
volunteers: a pilot study“
Naresh Kumar, et al
Journal of Complementary and
Integrative Medicine, vol. 18, no.
3, 2021, pp. 641-644.
study indicate that adapting
Naturopathy and Yoga lifestyle
based on proposed lifestyle
practices may be beneficial in
reducing the risk factors for non-
communicable diseases.
80. 1. Two meals/ day
Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
Eating two larger meals a day
(breakfast and lunch) is more
effective than six smaller meals in a
reduced-energy regimen for patients
with type 2 diabetes: a randomized
crossover study
Kahleova H, et al
Diabetology
2014 Aug
hypoenergetic diet (a restriction of
2,092 kJ/day) consumed as breakfast and
lunch reduced body weight, HFC, fasting
plasma glucose, C-peptide and glucagon,
and increased calculated insulin sensitivity
(OGIS), more six, more frequent, meals.
These results suggest that eating two larger
meals a day (breakfast and lunch) may be
more beneficial for patients with type 2
diabetes than six smaller meals during the
day.
81. 2. Prayer twice a day
Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
Prayer and healing: A medical
and scientific perspective on
randomized controlled trials
Andrade C, Radhakrishnan R
Indian Journal of Psychiatry.
2009 Oct-Dec
In the broadest sense, prayer
describes thoughts, words or
deeds that address or petition a
divine entity or force.
82. 3. Drink plenty of water (nearly 8-10 glasses/day)
Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
Water as an essential nutrient: the
physiological basis of hydration
Jéquier E, Constant F.
European Journal of Clinical
Nutrition
2010
Water, a vital nutrient, has numerous
critical roles in the human body. Its
balance is very essential for the
maintenance of health and life. On an
average, a sedentary adult should
drink 1.5 l of water per day, as water
is the only liquid nutrient that is really
essential for body hydration and is
vital for the body to function properly.
83. Properties of water
Water as a building material
◍ It is present in each cell of our body and the various tissues and
compartments and acts first as a building material.
Water as a solvent, a reaction medium, a reactant, and a reaction product
◍ It acts as a solvent for ionic compounds and solutes such as glucose and
amino acids.
◍ It weakens the electrostatic forces and hydrogen bonding between other
molecules.
◍ It helps in the hydrolysis of other macronutrients (proteins, carbohydrates,
lipids, and so on).
84. Water as a carrier
◍ It is essential for cellular homeostasis because it transports nutrients to cells
and removes wastes from cells
◍ It allows blood circulation, which is essential for the function of all organs
and tissues of the body
Water and thermoregulation
◍ it has a large heat capacity, which helps in changes in body temperature
◍ it has a large capacity for the vaporization of heat, which allows a loss of
heat from the body via sweating.
Water as a lubricant and shock absorber
◍ It in combination with viscous molecules, forms lubricating fluids for joints,
saliva, the digestive system, and the respiratory system.
86. 4. Fast once in a week
Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
Health Benefits of Fasting and
Caloric Restriction
Golbidi S, Daiber A, Korac B, Li H,
Essop MF, Laher I.
Current Diabetes reports
2017
Fasting or periodic calorie restriction
also prevents unwanted effects of
chronic energy restriction such as
malnutrition. Intermittent fasting, by
acting as acute intermittent stressor,
activates stress-response pathways
that lead to improvement in well-
being.
87. 5. Exercise daily for 1 hour
Title and author Journal and year Conclusion
Health Benefits of Exercise
Ruegsegger GN, Booth FW.
Cold Spring Harbor Perspective in
Medicine.
2018 Jul 2
Exercise is a powerful tool in the
fight to prevent and treat numerous
chronic diseases. its whole-body,
health-promoting nature, the
integrative responses to exercise
should surely attract a great detail of
interest as the notion of “exercise is
medicine”
88. In 1989, a definition of naturopathic medicine and the description of the six naturopathic
principles was formally codified and accepted by the two North American national naturopathic
associations (the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) and the Canadian
Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND).
The naturopathic principles taught in most countries include:
• First, Do No Harm (primum non nocere)
• Healing Power of Nature (vis medicatrixnaturae)
• Treat the Cause (tollecausam)
• Treat The Whole Person (tolletotum)
• Doctor as Teacher (docere)
• Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
International naturopathic principles
89. • First Do No Harm (Primum Non-Nocere, Worthington Hooker 1847)-
Naturopathic physicians choose the most non-invasive and least toxic
treatments necessary for each patient.
• The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae Hippocrates)-
Naturopathic doctors recognize the body’s inherent ability to heal itself.
• Identify and Treat the Causes (Tolle Causam)-Naturopathic doctors
identify, address and remove the underlying causes of disease.
About naturopathy (2022) World Naturopathic Federation. Available at:
https://worldnaturopathicfederation.org/about-naturopathy/
90. • Doctor As Teacher (Docere dr. Belus)-Educating and supporting patients on
personal health management is an important role for naturopathic doctors. They
empower patients to take responsibility for their health.
• Treat the Whole Person (Tolle Totum)-This is a holistic concept that
recognizes the body as an integrated whole. A naturopathic assessment
addresses the nutritional status, lifestyle, family history, and physical, mental,
emotional, genetic, environmental, and social factors in a person’s life.
• Prevention (Preventare)-Naturopathic doctors promote a focus on overall
health, wellness, and disease prevention.