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Benefits Of Naturopathy And Cancer Treatment

By Carol Wood


When seeking alternative treatments naturopathy is a source that many people often try. It is a natural practice of medicine that uses herbs and other such natural remedies to help the body heal itself. There are certain advantages to using naturopathy and cancer treatment.

A ND, or Naturopathic Doctor can help by using natural medicine to assist cancer patients who may find that traditional treatments have an unpleasant side effect that they wish to relieve. The naturopath can help patients to control certain side effects of chemotherapy and radiation such as nausea and other digestive issues. They will use whatever natural methods of treatment at their disposal to help the patient in their total health regimen. They involve the patient in every step of their treatment and consider them as a whole rather than an illness or injury.

Many times herbal remedies help to alleviate the symptoms associated with chemotherapy and radiation such as nausea and digestive issues. These alternative remedies can help the patient to better tolerate the traditional forms of cancer treatment. Since modern medical practices often use treatments that have side effects, this alternative remedy can help to alleviate the side effects and help the patient to live a better life.

Naturopathic doctors work independently and along with traditional doctors to help the patient experience the greatest form of healing and health. Naturopaths take college courses to learn this type of medicine and often have residencies with current practitioners. They have extensive training and knowledge in the natural healing arts and when their education is complete, they receive their credentials that give them the title of ND or Naturopathic Doctor.

There are traditional naturopaths who have not studied formally but practice this form of medical treatment. They may have many different methods they have used to learn this practice and it is best to check the source of their credentials before seeking treatment. Many are more than happy to talk about their training. Some naturopaths have their credentials posted on their website or hanging in their offices for view by the public.

Not every state will license a naturopathic doctor and some states do not have practicing NDs or endorse this type of treatment. You must research whether your state allows this type of practice and if not which states do. If you are seeking the services of and ND you may have to relocate if your state does not endorse this type of medical treatment.

The ND uses many types of natural healing remedies such as vitamin and mineral supplements, herbal remedies, spinal manipulation and massage therapy in their treatment of illness. This is a holistic approach and takes the whole of the person into consideration during treatment and it is a mind, body and spirit type of healing. This method of treatment can also be very satisfying to the patient as their emotional and mental needs are considered during treatment as well.

If you would like to use this alternative treatment you may have to relocate if your state does not have any practitioners available. When seeking treatment always check the NDs credentials and check with your state's licensing boards to see if there are any issues. It is a viable source of treatment that many have found success with it all depends on your needs and what you are seeking treatment for.




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