The Foundations of Naturopathic Medicine
If you are like many people and are not clear on what a Naturopathic approach to health challenges looks like, I wanted to provide you the six guiding principles as outlined by the AANMC (Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges):
1. First, do no harm. A naturopathic doctor uses the most natural therapies at his or her disposal and avoids more invasive and topic treatments when not medically indicated.
2. The healing power of nature. A naturopathic doctor works as a partner with the patient to restore the body’s inherent wisdom to heal.
3. Identify and treat the causes. A naturopathic doctor looks beyond the symptoms to the underlying cause.
4. Doctor as teacher. A naturopathic doctor educates patients to achieve and maintain health on their own.
5. Treat the whole person. A naturopathic doctor views the body as an integrated whole in all its physical and psychospiritual dimensions.
6. Prevention. A naturopathic doctor focuses on overall health, wellness, and disease prevention.
If you resonate with these principles, a Naturopathic Approach is probably for you! My grandfather was a Medical Doctor in the first half of the 1900's and back then MD's followed more of a Naturopathic approach than they tend to now. Even though my grandfather passed away when I was only 5 years old, I feel his influence sent me down this path. My mom continued with his approach after he died and used natural remedies as a first line of defense. I am grateful for Daddy Doc's influence & proud to be a part of his legacy!
1. First, do no harm. A naturopathic doctor uses the most natural therapies at his or her disposal and avoids more invasive and topic treatments when not medically indicated.
2. The healing power of nature. A naturopathic doctor works as a partner with the patient to restore the body’s inherent wisdom to heal.
3. Identify and treat the causes. A naturopathic doctor looks beyond the symptoms to the underlying cause.
4. Doctor as teacher. A naturopathic doctor educates patients to achieve and maintain health on their own.
5. Treat the whole person. A naturopathic doctor views the body as an integrated whole in all its physical and psychospiritual dimensions.
6. Prevention. A naturopathic doctor focuses on overall health, wellness, and disease prevention.
If you resonate with these principles, a Naturopathic Approach is probably for you! My grandfather was a Medical Doctor in the first half of the 1900's and back then MD's followed more of a Naturopathic approach than they tend to now. Even though my grandfather passed away when I was only 5 years old, I feel his influence sent me down this path. My mom continued with his approach after he died and used natural remedies as a first line of defense. I am grateful for Daddy Doc's influence & proud to be a part of his legacy!
HEALTHPEAK's Mission
- To eliminate suffering caused by food choices
- To equip you to live in peak health
- To teach you how to reclaim your health by using food as medicine
- To equip you baby step by baby step to use the power of plants to heal & prevent disease
- To help you listen to your body and what it is telling you
- To create a healthier world one person at a time
- To make a difference!
Color Your World
I get asked all of the time what is the one thing you can do to improve your health. Based on extensive scientific research, the one thing that will improve your health is to eat a variety of colorful plant foods every single day - the more the better. A great way to get lots of colorful produce into your belly is to make a smoothie or freshly squeezed juice. They are full of phytonutrients that give your body what it needs to function as the self-healing mechanism it is created to be! Here are a few recipes for you to enjoy! Drink up!
STRAWBERRY FIELDSIn blender, add a cup of water, 1/4 cup raw almonds, hemp seeds or cashews, 1 banana, 1 cup frozen strawberries, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 4 medjool dates. Blend well and enjoy!
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RASPBERRY DREAMIn blender, add a cup of almond or cashew milk, 1 banana, 1 cup frozen raspberries, 1 peeled navel orange, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 4 medjool dates. Blend well and enjoy!
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GREEN GODDESSIn blender, add 1 cup of chopped cucumber, 1 pear, 1 banana, 1 cup spinach or kale, 1 tablespoon chia seeds, 4 medjool dates and ice. Blend well and enjoy!
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WATERMELON JUICEThis is a delicious summer cooler. Add a bunch of fresh chilled watermelon chunks (seeds included) and blend. You may add fresh mint to make it even more refreshing. Liquid candy! Enjoy!
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