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Naturopathic Medicine In Seattle
Tummy Temple is a full-service center for naturopathic medicine conveniently located on Lake City Way NE, Seattle WA. The primary care goal of naturopathy, or naturopathic medicine, is to establish and maintain optimum health. Our accredited and registered Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) are passionate about promoting wellness through holistic, personalized care.
Our Mission Is To Treat the Whole Person
Our highly skilled naturopathic doctors provide health care treatment options for the complete patient —body, mind, and spirit—to attain a harmonious balance of all your body’s systems.
At our Seattle center for natural medicine, we stimulate and strengthen your innate healing power and emphasize patient education and self-care. This integrative and holistic approach is based on fundamental principles and encourages the healing process of health issues and chronic illness.
The 6 Principles of Naturopathy
- First, Do No Harm: We balance risk and benefit to select the most natural treatments.
- The Healing Power of Nature: We use natural medicine that harnesses the body’s biological processes.
- Identify and Treat the Causes: Treating symptoms only provides short-term relief. We identify and remove the underlying obstacles to cure.
- Doctor As Teacher: We actively educate patients on the steps needed to establish and maintain health for lifelong wellness.
- Treat the Whole Person: We holistically investigate physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects to achieve the best outcome.
- Prevention: It is far better to prevent illness than cure it. We proactively address potential areas of imbalance.
How Naturopathic Medicine Works
Initially, the origin of your disease is investigated. This requires an extensive 1–2 hour consultation, which may be in-person or virtual.
Naturopathic diagnostic testing may be requested to elucidate the physiological processes involved. Your naturopathic physician then compiles a tailored, personal health plan for you.
Your Path to True, Natural Health
Our team of naturopathic physicians will guide you in self-cleansing, self-repair, and self-healing. We use natural, non-invasive modalities—such as nutrition, lifestyle counseling, bodywork techniques, and botanical medicine.
As you embark on your path to true health, remember that everyone has a unique physiology and will progress at their own pace.
Conditions We Treat with Natural Therapies
Autoimmune Disorders
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Celiac Disease
- Hashimoto’s
- Eczema and Psoriasis
- Fibromyalgia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, Colitis)
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Type 1 Diabetes
Digestive Disorders
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dysbiosis
- GERD/Reflux
- Indigestion
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- SIBO
Endocrine Disorders
- Diabetes
- Hormone Imbalance
- Insulin Resistance
- Menopause, Infertility, PCOS, PMS
- Thyroid and Adrenal Disorders
Mental Health
- Depression and Anxiety
- Stress Management
- Sleep/Insomnia
Neurological Disorders
- Fibromyalgia
- Migraines and Headaches
- Tinnitus
Pain and Inflammation
- Arthritis
- Chronic Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s, Colitis)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Migraines and Headaches
- Osteoporosis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Surgical Scar Recovery
Other
- Asthma
- Chronic Fatigue
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Detoxification
- Environmental and Food Allergies
- Food Sensitivities
- Healthy Aging
- Healthy Weight and Metabolism
- Heart Health
- Heavy Metal Toxicity
- Lymphedema
- Menses Pain and Discomfort
- Mycotoxins and Mold
- Obesity
- Postpartum Recovery
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Naturopathic Medicine Frequently Asked Questions
Why See a Naturopathic Doctor?
Naturopathic medicine is designed to identify the root issues of poor health by looking at each patient holistically. This is exactly the approach we take at Tummy Temple. Our NDs are committed to treating each of a patient’s symptoms as parts of a related system, not as issues to be addressed separately.
If you have been struggling to achieve better health through conventional medicine, then naturopathic medicine – also known as naturopathy – might be right for you.
Why Choose Tummy Temple for Naturopathy?
Tummy Temple is a full-service naturopathic medicine clinic with an expert team of naturopathic physicians dedicated to your health.
Tummy Temple’s full team of naturopathic physicians collaborate in a way that a clinic with a single naturopath cannot.
Further, Tummy Temple offers a team of spa-quality massage therapists, colon hydroptherapists and more to broaden the natural health solutions we offer to our clients.
What Makes Naturopathic Doctors Different from Medical Doctors?
Like MDs, naturopathic doctors complete four years of post-graduate study and clinical training.
Unlike MDs, naturopaths combine conventional medicine with holistic naturopathic techniques, often derived from eastern traditions.
Specifically, NDs are trained to treat seemingly disparate areas of health as interconnected systems.
By approaching healthcare this way, naturopaths promote patient health through balance and harmony within the body.
Is there Naturopathic Medicine for Anxiety?
Yes, naturopathic medicine offers effective approaches to managing anxiety. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) take a holistic approach, addressing the root causes of anxiety, not just the symptoms. This may involve:
- Lifestyle Modifications: Stress management techniques, dietary changes, and regular exercise.
- Nutritional Supplements and Herbal Medicine: Addressing nutrient deficiencies that may contribute to anxiety an offering herbal medicines with calming properties.
- Anxiety-reducing Therapies: Providing or prescribing anxiety-reducing therapies such as massage, colon hydrotherapy, IV Therapy, lymphatic drainage therapy and more.
By combining these approaches, naturopathic medicine can help individuals find lasting relief from anxiety and improve their overall well-being.
Is there Naturopathic Medicine for Mental Health?
Absolutely! Naturopathic medicine offers a holistic approach to mental health, focusing on the whole person rather than just the symptoms. Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) work to identify and address the underlying causes of mental health conditions, such as:
- Nutritional imbalances: Addressing deficiencies in essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Hormonal imbalances: Balancing hormones like cortisol and thyroid hormones, or using bioidentical hormone replacement therapies.
- Chronic inflammation: Reducing inflammation through diet, supplements, and lifestyle changes.
- Toxic exposures: Minimizing exposure to environmental toxins and heavy metals.
- Therapies that can improve mental health: Providing or prescribing healing therapies such as massage, colon hydrotherapy, IV Therapy, lymphatic drainage therapy and more.
In addition to addressing the physical aspects of mental health, NDs also provide emotional support and counseling, as well as recommending lifestyle changes like stress management techniques, regular exercise, and adequate sleep. By taking a comprehensive approach, naturopathic medicine can help individuals achieve optimal mental health and well-being.
Why Naturopathic Medicine?
Naturopathic medicine offers a holistic approach to healthcare, focusing on treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. Here’s why you might consider it:
- Personalized Care: Naturopathic doctors (NDs) take the time to understand your unique health history and lifestyle to create a personalized treatment plan.
- Root Cause Medicine: NDs seek to address the underlying causes of illness, rather than just masking symptoms.
- Natural Therapies: Naturopathic medicine utilizes natural therapies such as herbal medicine, clinical nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Preventive Care: NDs emphasize preventive measures to maintain optimal health and well-being.
- Empowering Patients: NDs empower patients to take an active role in their own health by providing education and guidance.
By combining these principles, naturopathic medicine can help you achieve optimal health and wellness.
What is the difference between naturopathic medicine and conventional medicine?
Naturopathic and conventional medicine differ primarily in their approach to healthcare.
- Conventional medicine typically focuses on diagnosing and treating specific diseases with often toxic pharmaceutical medications, surgery, or other medical interventions.
- Naturopathic medicine takes a more holistic approach, considering the whole person and addressing the root causes of illness. It emphasizes the body’s innate ability to heal itself and utilizes natural therapies such as herbal medicine, clinical nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
While naturopathic doctors often work collaboratively with conventional medical providers, they offer a complementary approach that can enhance overall health and well-being.
What does a naturopathic doctor treat?
Naturopathic doctors (NDs) can treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. Some common conditions treated by NDs include:
- Digestive disorders: Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, acid reflux, and food sensitivities.
- Autoimmune diseases: Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus.
- Mental health conditions: Anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.
Skin conditions: Eczema, acne, and psoriasis. - Hormonal imbalances: Menopause, PMS, and PCOS.
- Chronic pain: Fibromyalgia, arthritis, and migraines.
Naturopathic doctors offer a natural approach to healthcare and can effectively treat many of the same conditions as conventional medicine, often with fewer side effects and a focus on long-term health and wellness.
What is another name for a naturopathic doctor?
Here are a few more names for a naturopathic doctor:
- Naturopath
- Doctor of Naturopathy (ND)
- Naturopathic Physician
- Natural Medicine Doctor
- Holistic Doctor
- Alternative Doctor
- Homeopath
How to choose a naturopathic doctor?
When choosing a naturopathic doctor, consider these tips:
- Credentials: Ensure they are licensed and graduated from an accredited naturopathic medical school.
- Experience: Look for a doctor with experience treating your specific health concerns.
- Philosophy: Find a doctor whose philosophy aligns with your own health goals.
- Comfort Level: Choose a doctor with whom you feel comfortable discussing your health history and concerns.
- Referrals: Check within your community of friends and family to ask for a referral to a local naturopath.
You can find a licensed naturopathic doctor through the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP) or by asking for referrals from friends, family, or other healthcare providers.
