Due to the holistic approach underlying naturopathy, it is not only useful for establishing healthy diet & lifestyle choices, but may also help to treat or support many different conditions. Some specific conditions commonly supported by naturopaths include:
Digestion: constipation, diarrhoea, bloating, excessive flatulence, reflux, candida, sensitivity to perfumes, fumes etc., coeliac disease, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel diseases
Nervous system: stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, adrenal exhaustion (burn-out)
Women’s issues: PMS (moodiness, breast tenderness, bloating, cramping), irregular or absent periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, endometriosis, menopausal symptoms, infertility, preconception and pregnancy support, oestrogen dominant conditions like breast cancer & uterine fibroids, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
Men’s issues: enlarged prostate (benign prostatic hyperplasia), fertility
Urinary Tract Infections
Immune: recurring infections such as colds & flus, slow wound healing, allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome
Cardiovascular issues: high cholesterol, high blood pressure, palpitations, anemia, fatigue, varicose veins,
Overweight & obesity
Skin complaints: acne, recurring cold sores, dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis
Hormonal issues: hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, blood sugar imbalances
Musculoskeletal: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis
Eyes: macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts
However, many other conditions may also be supported with naturopathy, so please don’t hesitate to contact me to ask if naturopathy can help you.