Naturopaths have a different perspective on health and illness with only focus is to treat the person, not the disease.

The biological terrain theory is where a Naturopath’s approach comes from.  This is a theory that describe that if the internal environment is out of balance then imbalance, infection or illness can thrive. Everybody knows that when they are ‘run down’ they can ‘get sick’.  Our health is like a garden when it is supported with the right balance of nutrients, sunlight and water, it will thrive.  Our body needs good nutrition, exercise, lifestyle balance, emotional support, fresh air and sunlight and fresh air.  If we can bring our bodies into a balance where we feel well, vital and energetic then we will be tougher and less susceptible to any disease or illness.

If you have a cold or flu, Naturopath’s will help prescribe a combination of nurturing for your health to create resilience, and targeted remedies to assist the body’s natural immune functions to conquer the illness.

Here are some of common Naturopathic recommendations:

A lot of Rest: We often feel pressured to continue through study or work when sick but this will slow down or even halt the healing process. Rest is essential, calling a sick day.

Herbal medicine: Herbal medicines have evidence-based, therapeutic action in the body to target specific problem such as a cough, fever, or blocked sinuses.  Most herbal medicines have strong antibacterial constituents, others, antiviral or immune supportive properties so a herbal formula prescribed by your Naturopath can have a serious impact in shifting your unique symptoms of a bacterial cold or viral flu.

Nourishing foods: Immune boosting bone broths, easily digested food, warming soups and stews are ideal ‘sick’ foods. Fresh fruit and veggies are also helpful.

Nutritionals: Prescribed according to peoples individual needs vitamins A, C and D and Zinc are the most frequently used nutritionals during flu and colds. Again these are prescribed at therapeutic doses according to your individual needs.

Homeopathy: A different way to address imbalance and illness, homeopathy works with the energetics of the body and illness to shift symptoms. Prized by the English Royal family this is a valuable tool in helping our health.

Close monitoring of symptoms: Flu and colds symptoms should always closely monitored. If symptoms worsen, or there is neck stiffness, chest pain, or difficulty breathing you must go directly to the hospital. If symptoms are strong or unusual, see your GP for a diagnosis.