Naturopathic Medicine | What is it and Conditions We Treat

Naturopaths use non-invasive treatments to prevent chronic illness as well as reduce reliance upon prescription medications (and all of their side effects.)
Naturopaths use a wide variety of therapies to treat, support and uncover the root cause of patient health concerns. The focus of naturopathic care is centered on the individual, their current health (physical, emotional and spiritual), family history as well as lifestyle choices all of which are taken into account for the naturopathic diagnosis and treatment plan.

A naturopath will work with the patient to stimulate the healing power of the body and treat the underlying cause of disease. In naturopathic medicine symptoms of disease are seen as warning signals of improper functioning of the body, and lifestyle habits that may interfere with your optimal level of health.

From diet and exercise, to understanding your body’s unique chemistry, your naturopath will focus on treatments that boost your immune system, prevent and treat chronic disease and increase your overall energy level.

Naturopathic treatment draws from a number of modalities and is tailored to the individual, depending on the doctor’s approach and the needs of the individual patient. Each naturopathic clinic may use different treatments, based on the doctor’s individual interests. At White Lotus Clinic, located centrally in the North York region of Toronto, our naturopaths primarily use clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, physical treatments, acupuncture and Asian medicine, lifestyle counselling, or a combination of these.

Naturopathic medicine is a distinct form of primary health care. There are six accredited schools of naturopathic medicine in North America. Naturopaths must complete a minimum of 7 years of education at the post secondary level. Our two licensed naturopaths graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto.