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What is a Naturopath?
not limited to: herbs, dietary counseling, nutritional supplements, orthomolecular medicine, flower essences,
homeopathy, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, bodywork (massage, acupressure, reflexology, energy healing),
kinesiology, stress management, light & sound therapy, iridology and biofeedback, all with a holistic approach -
meaning addressing the 'Whole person'.
A naturopath is known to be a “drugless” doctor who does no harm. Many people who seek out the
assistance of a naturopath are looking for someone to help them heal themselves. Some are looking for a non-
pharmaceutical approach to wellness. Others have tried just about everything and are ready to try something
different in their quest for better health.
The practice of naturopathy is based on the premise that the body is self-healing. There is a belief in a vital
energy or life force beyond the physical realm, although modern medicine has not found a way to measure this
energy. When there is an illness or disease, the life force has become blocked in its ability to self-heal. The task
of the naturopath is to discover what may be the obstacles to healing. The obstacles are of a physical, mental,
emotional, or spiritual nature. Either there is something vital to health that is missing or something toxic that needs
to be removed or released.
A naturopathic doctor looks not at 'disease', but at the body systems that are out of balance or
harmony. From this approach, one can expect to discover the underlying reason for one's
particular symptoms. While a headache can be alleviated with an aspirin, the aspirin will not
prevent further headaches. Nor is a headache caused by an 'aspirin deficiency'. Therefore, the 'root' cause has
not been discovered. A naturopath will look further to find if the body's endocrine system is out of balance, if the
nervous system is stressed, or if the circulatory system may be a contributing factor, to name a few. Each
person is unique.
What's involved in a detailed 'Health Analysis'? A personal consultation with Jane Smolnik will include
an in-depth evaluation looking at all aspects of symptoms, lifestyle, personal and genetic influences to ascertain
the most advantageous health building plan for each person. Usually short-term advice is suggested followed by a
longer-term plan of preventative action.
This is what I look for:
1: Current Symptoms – A 'Symptom Evaluation’ includes a printed report, graph of body systems, and
recommended natural health building program addressing your current primary needs.
2: Core Issues/ Blockages/ Deficiencies—Utilizing 'Meridian Reflex Analysis' - Muscle Testing the
acupuncture reflex points to determine nutritional deficiencies, chemical imbalances, allergies, or structural
blockages for specific recommendations, and checking the bodies response to treatment.
3: Root Causes, Genetic influences, Constitutional needs - Detailed Iris Analysis for health of organs,
tissues, glands, genetic pre-dispositions, digestion, brain areas, endocrine glands, congestion, toxicity,
assimilation. A simple 3 minute Cardiovascular screening test may also be performed. Includes personalized
recommended health building program and your own health info folder.
I am different from your medical doctor for many reasons. I spend a great deal of time with my clients,
particularly for the first consultation. The ratio of time to fee is reasonable. I must stress that I am NOT a medical
doctor. I encourage my clients to see their medical doctor for proper medical care whenever needed, and then
they may come to me to learn about their nutritional needs and preventive health building recommendations. The
role that a Naturopath - Iridologist can play in your overall health needs, both now and for
prevention, are invaluable!
Do naturopaths require a license? The answer depends on where you live. There are naturopaths
across North America, Europe, and in many parts of the world. Here the practice of naturopathic medicine is
regulated state-by-state. In some parts of this country, naturopaths are licensed to practice as 'naturopathic
medical physicians' (NMD's). They are licensed by the AMA because they can prescribe medicines, diagnose
diseases, and perform minor surgeries (sort of a hybrid between a traditional naturopath and medical doctor).
However, most states do not require licensure for trained 'Traditional Naturopaths' who don’t use these medical
practices. In these states, doctors of natural medicine serve as natural health counselors, being trained in the art
of natural therapies. In other words, they must avoid stepping into the arena of ‘practicing medicine’, which is
defined as diagnosing and prescribing. Naturopaths may do health assessments and health education, teaching
you how to find and maintain health.
You can expect to pay up front for the visit; any reimbursement from your insurance company (if any) is
made directly to you. The naturopath is not considered a primary care provider. You are
expected to have a family doctor for your medical care. The naturopath uses a holistic approach
(quantum physics) for each person, always trusting in the innate healing power of nature.
Jane Smolnik is a Traditional Naturopath, certified in Iridology and Cardiovascular Screening,
and Holistic Energy Therapies. She has a private practice in Asheville, NC. For more info you
may reach her at (828) 777-JANE.
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