Naturopathy and natural medicine stems from the application and interplay of the seven naturopathic principles that we discussed last fortnight. These principles impact every aspect of the therapeutic exchange – assessment, diagnosis and treatment.

A diagnosis of cancer initiates a long journey that can affect physical health, mental wellbeing and relationships with loved ones. The role of holistic and natural medicine practitioners in supporting those through their cancer journey will vary by each case and is unique to the individual. Read our blog to learn how natural medicine can make a difference in the life of a cancer patient.

70-90% of GP presentations are related to stress - not surprising given our modern lifestyles coupled with the emotional rollercoaster of a once in a generation pandemic! Stress is implicated in many disease processes including anxiety, hormone imbalance, compromised immunity and gut dysfunction. While overwhelming; overcoming and growing from stressful events is possible, thanks to the concept of resilience.

Person-centred care refers to the understanding that you and your healthcare needs are individual. Holistic practitioners have long understood that patients have unique needs depending on their values, goals and current state of health. In providing a whole-person, individualised approach to health, complementary healthcare practitioners epitomise the concept of person-centred care.