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The Six Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine elegantly unifies science and nature, weaving evidence-based practices with the body's inherent self-healing wisdom. Guiding every Naturopathic Doctor is an unwavering commitment to six core principles.
These tenets illuminate the path to vitality.
Northstar Naturopathic's
Mission Statement
The mission of Northstar Naturopathic and Dr. Dylan Northstar is to provide accessible, personalized natural health care that empowers people to take charge of their wellbeing. We are committed to identifying the root causes of illness and optimizing health using evidence-based natural therapies.
Our goal is to support the body's innate healing abilities through customized protocols incorporating diet and lifestyle changes, nutritional supplements (nutraceuticals), herbal medicine, homeopathy, nootropics, healing peptides and other holistic modalities. We partner with our patients to address all aspects of health - physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
By leveraging technology to connect with patients worldwide, we are dedicated to making naturopathic medicine accessible to all. We aim to educate and guide our patients through their wellness journeys with compassionate, professional support. Our integrative, patient-centered approach focuses on sustainably restoring balance and cultivating long-term vitality.
At Northstar Naturopathic, we believe optimal health is a state of physical, mental, and social wellbeing. We honor the inherent healing power within each person and work synergistically to awaken health and wholeness through natural means. Our ultimate vision is a world where naturopathic medicine facilitates health, harmony, and an enhanced quality of life for all.
The Six Principles of Naturopathic Medicine
Naturopathic medicine elegantly unifies science and nature, weaving evidence-based practices with the body's inherent self-healing wisdom. Guiding every Naturopathic Doctor is an unwavering commitment to six core principles.
These tenets illuminate the path to vitality.
First Do No Harm
Primum Non Nocere
A guiding compass for the Naturopath is the seminal oath, Primum Non Nocere, Latin for "First, Do No Harm." This reminds practitioners to uphold the highest principles of care, prescribing only treatments gentle enough to nudge the body toward equilibrium while supporting innate healing wisdom. Natural medicines are selected that work cooperatively with body systems, providing benefit without inflicting damage.
Harness the Healing Power of Nature
Vis Medicatrix Naturae
Nature's healing force lives within all of us. Vis Medicatrix Naturae, Latin for "The Healing Power of Nature," acknowledges the body's irrefutable ability to initiate and direct its own recovery. Given the proper environment and resources, the life force naturally flows toward equilibrium and health. The Naturopath's role is to nurture this inner physician with gentle tools that enliven rather than disrupt physiological harmony.
Discover the Cause
Tolle Causam
Rather than merely silencing symptoms, the Naturopathic Doctor views these outward signals as helpful messengers that point toward underlying imbalance. Tolle Causam, Latin for "Discover the Cause," is the quest to unravel the knotted roots responsible for illness. By resolving the origin of disease and restoring hygiene to the internal terrain, vibrant wellness may bloom once again.
Treat the Whole Person
Tolle Totum
The human experience operates as an interconnected web, where the status of body, mind and spirit are intrinsically linked. Tolle Totem, Latin for "Treat the Whole Person" appreciates that no aspect of the human functions in isolation. Unique constitutional strengths and susceptibilities, along with lifestyle factors, shape the individual's pathway to sickness or health. By integrating all facets into a cohesive assessment, treatments may be customized to address the complete person.
Prevention
Praeveni
Accentuating wellness and preventing future illness is the ultimate goal. Guiding patients toward healthy lifestyle choices and heightened awareness of disease vulnerabilities empowers self-healing. The wise doctor understands that skillful medicine seeks first to preach prevention before the need to practice treatment.
Doctor as Teacher
Docere
The Naturopath wears many hats - health detective, counselor, encourager, motivator. Docere, Latin for "Doctor as Teacher," speaks to the responsibility to share knowledge that empowers and enlightens. Patients blossom when equipped with the insights needed to participate actively in their own care. The Naturopath prizes patient empowerment, walking side-by-side on the journey toward optimal well-being.